Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation

The University of Glasgow (22/04/2025)

13 Mar 2025

The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation within the School of Culture & Creative Arts.

This role is available on either the Research & Teaching (R&T) or Learning, Teaching & Scholarship (LTS) Track. Please note if you are intending to apply for the R&T or LTS Track in your application form.

The successful candidate will lead and develop research-led practical and theoretical aspects of book and archival materials conservation on our new MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation. They will also work towards Programme Lead of the MPhil within three years.

The successful candidate will contribute to an excellent student experience by delivering agreed teachings and supervision to enhance learning and teaching within the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research, History of Art Subject Area and across the School of Culture and Creative Arts.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and open ended.

Further Information

For further information on the College of Arts & Humanities, School of Culture & Creative Arts, please visit The School of Culture and Creative Arts Page. 

For further information on the MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation, please visit the Book & Paper Conservation Programme Page.

Informal Enquiries can be directed to Professor Christina Young, Director of the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research at: [email protected].

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please visit the University of Glasgow Vacancies Site

The deadline for this role is 22 April 2025 at 23:45.  

We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting gender equity. Applications are therefore particularly welcome from women and other under-represented groups. In line with the commitments in the University of Glasgow’s Gaelic Language Plan, we also welcome and value skills in Gaelic language for anyone working within areas where key Gaelic services are delivered, in particular within the School of Humanities / Sgoil nan Daonnachdan and the College of Arts.