Conservation Scientist

The Conservation Scientist role is to undertake technical examination and analysis of materials that will deepen understanding of items in the British Library's collections and ensure their preservation; To plan, deliver heritage science projects, in collaboration with colleagues across the BL and external partners, and support Collection Care's research priorities; To participate in daily activities to assist the imaging and analytical needs of the department and other teams in the organisation. The Conservation Scientist will have: - a MSc (or equivalent) in heritage science, chemistry, materials science or relevant science subject, or appropriate work experience; - Experience of research, materials analysis, data manipulation and interpretation; - Experience of working in a lab environment in university or other environment (analytical laboratory, museum or equivalent); - Knowledge of materials science and the interactions between materials and their environment. The successful candidate will also:

• Initiate and collaborate in research projects and manage relationship development both within the British Library and with external partners.
• Contribute to the support and maintenance of the Conservation Science laboratory and equipment, including access, training and advise to other users
• Lead on own specialism in heritage science and enhance the British Library's reputation as a scientific research institution
  
  In return, we offer a competitive salary and a number of excellent benefits. Our pension scheme is one of the most valuable benefits we offer, as our staff can become members of the Alpha Pension Scheme where the Library contributes a minimum of 28.97% (this may be higher dependant on grade. Another significant benefit the Library provides is the provision of a flexible working hours scheme which could allow you to work your hours flexibly over the week and to take up to 5 days flexi leave in a 3 month period. This is on top of 25 days holiday from entry and public and privilege holidays.
Closing date: 27 October 2024 Interview date: 11 & 13 November 2024 We are unable to provide sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa for this role, as it does not meet the eligibility criteria required for this immigration route Museum Website: https://ce0752li.webitrent.com/ce0752li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=5071482BMD