Lecturer in Paper Conservation and/or Book & Archival Materials Conservation (R&T or LTS)

The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Paper Conservation and/or Book & Archival Materials Conservation within the Kelvin Centre for Conservation & Cultural Heritage Research www.gla.ac.uk/schools/cca/research/arthistoryresearch/kelvincentre.

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 have a substantial contribution in developing and delivering the practical and theoretical aspects of the two-year full time MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation (more information can be found at www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/book-paper-conservation.

The successful candidate will work towards Programme Lead of the MPhil (normally expected within three years) and contribute to an excellent student experience as part of the team within the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research, History of Art and across the School of Culture and Creative Arts. 

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

For further information on the College of Arts & Humanities, School of Culture & Creative Arts, please visit www.gla.ac.uk/schools/cca

We are aware that candidates may be applying from non-academic backgrounds, if you are uncertain as to which career track or level would be most suitable for you please do contact Professor Christina Young, Director of the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research – christina.young@glasgow.ac.uk for this or any other informal enquiries.

Please apply online at www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/lecturer-in-book-and-archival-materials-conservation

Closing date: 24^th August 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.

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