Project Library Assistant (Part Time, Fixed Term)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Applications are invited for the post of Project Library Assistant working within the Cory and Herbarium Libraries.
The post holder will work with the Assistant Librarian on a project to move stock from Cory Lodge in Cambridge University Botanic Garden into the newly merged Cory & Herbarium Libraries located in the Sainsbury Laboratory. The Cory & Herbarium Libraries support the work of staff and students at the Department of Plant Sciences and the Cambridge University Herbarium, and the professional practice of staff at Cambridge University Botanic Garden. The project is a key priority for the School of Biological Sciences Libraries to improve access to and long-term preservation of the physical collection.
This will involve removing items from the shelves, re-housing where necessary, packing into crates and moving into an adjacent building. Careful attention to detail will be required throughout the process of moving the library's unique and significant periodical collections, following best practice for library collections care in relation to handling, paying particular attention to historic and fragile material.
To find out more about this role, including Person Specification, please see the Further Particulars.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Frances Marsh fm449@cam.ac.uk
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 9 months in the first instance.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
We particularly welcome applications from women or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.
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For any questions relating to this recruitment please contact admin@botanic.cam.ac.uk
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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