Associate Director for Preservation and Conservation, The Harry Ransom Center
2 weeks ago
Ransom Center Preservation And Conservation Division ManagerManage the Ransom Center Preservation and Conservation Division of approximately nine staff comprised of conservators and preservation technicians, strategically plan for and oversee division activities, and manage the departmental budgets and grant administration.Serve on the Ransom Center senior leadership team and other institutional committees as appropriate.Consult with the Ransom Center curators, librarians, and archivists to establish preventive and conservation treatment priorities, balancing institutional priorities with the needs of the active exhibition and loan program of the Center. Consult with Library Technical and Digital Services on a program of digital reformatting of sound and moving image recordings and long-term preservation of born digital content.Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement and foster the ongoing growth and professional development of the Centers highly skilled conservators and preservation technicians through supervision, coaching, and mentoring.Maintain an effective disaster recovery plan and conduct periodic training and drills to ensure preparedness for a variety of threats to the collections of the Center. Train and educate the staff of the Center on proper handling of collection materials.Investigate new strategies and technologies to address challenges to long-term preservation and access.Working closely with the Centers Director and Chief Development Officer, conceive of and develop funding proposals to advance and sustain the Centers preservation and conservation program, including project-based initiatives that further the collection care goals of the Center.Liaise with UT campus libraries, archives, and museums on various joint initiatives; lead and cultivate the Campus Conservation Initiative and chair the initiatives Steering Committee.Advise the Ransom Center Director and the Facilities Management Librarian on maintaining an optimum preservation environment for materials stewarded by the Center. Represent conservation priorities in long-range space planning and capital improvement projects. Act as back-up facilities manager when Facilities Management Librarian is away from the office.
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Austin, United States Harry Ransom Center Full timeAssociate Director for Preservation and Conservation The Harry Ransom Center is an internationally renowned humanities research library and museum. The Center fosters discovery, creativity, and a deeper understanding of the humanities through extraordinary collections in literature, film history, photography, early manuscripts, theatre, and performing arts....
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Austin, United States The University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Details :General NotesThe Ransom Center is an internationally renowned humanities research library and museum at The University of Texas at Austin. Its extensive collections provide unique insight into the creative process of writers and artists, deepening our understanding and appreciation of literature, photography, film, art, and the performing arts....
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Austin, United States The University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Details :General NotesThe Ransom Center Preservation & Conservation Division seeks an energetic and knowledgeable paper conservator to join our team as Paper Conservator for the Campus Conservation Initiative. The Preservation & Conservation Division at the Ransom Center includes an expert team of five conservators plus preservation technicians who...
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Austin, United States University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Posting Title:Paper Conservator for the Campus Conservation Initiative, The Harry Ransom Center----Hiring Department:Harry Ransom Center----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue Until Apr 26, 2028----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job...
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Senior Director, Preservation
3 weeks ago
Austin, United States Harry Ransom Center Full timeA prominent humanities research institution in Austin, TX, is seeking an Associate Director for Preservation and Conservation. This senior-level role focuses on overseeing the preservation and conservation of diverse collections, developing strategic policies, and leading a dedicated team. Candidates should have proven expertise in preservation practices,...
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Austin, United States The University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Details :General NotesThe Ransom Center is an internationally renowned humanities research library and museum at The University of Texas at Austin. Its extensive collections provide unique insight into the creative process of writers and artists, deepening our understanding and appreciation of literature, photography, film, art, and the performing arts....
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Austin, United States Austin Staffing Full timeRansom Center Inventory ManagementOrder, restock, and manage inventory of supplies for the Ransom Center, including specialized archival supplies and materials, general office supplies, IT equipment, and breakroom supplies, using UT Market, Point Plus, Amazon, and other specialized procurement methods. Coordinate with Facilities Manager to assemble and move...
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Austin, United States Austin Staffing Full timeRansom Center Inventory Management Order, restock, and manage inventory of supplies for the Ransom Center, including specialized archival supplies and materials, general office supplies, IT equipment, and breakroom supplies, using UT Market, Point Plus, Amazon, and other specialized procurement methods. Coordinate with Facilities Manager to assemble and move...
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Work-Study: Student Assistant, Library
6 days ago
Austin, TX, United States The University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Posting Title: Work-Study: Student Assistant, Library (Harry Ransom Center) ---- Hiring Department: Harry Ransom Center ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Jan 01, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ----...
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Work-Study: Student Assistant, Library
2 weeks ago
Austin, TX, United States The University of Texas at Austin Full timeJob Posting Title: Work-Study: Student Assistant, Library (Harry Ransom Center) ---- Hiring Department: Harry Ransom Center ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Jan 01, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ----...
