University Archivist

Job Description

University Archivist
Emory University

Department: Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Position Availability: Immediately

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collection Development, the University Archivist is responsible for the development, management, and promotion the records of Emory University and its affiliated organizations, including materials that document the history of Emory, its founders, administration, faculty, students, and alumni/ae. These collections, held in the Rose Library, include the records of administrative offices and academic departments, administrators and faculty, student life offices and student organizations, Emory publications, early Emory history, and web archives. The University Archivist is responsible for supervising the Records Manager and provides general guidance and leadership on records management as appropriate. As part of the Collection Development team at Rose Library, the University Archivist plays a significant role in setting strategic directions for Rose Library's Collections, and works alongside colleagues to connect collections with a broad and diverse audience.

Flexible Workplace
This position offers some possibility for flexible work arrangements; however, the expectation is that the successful candidate will work primarily on-site.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Develops University Archives collections in accordance with the records retention policy and current collection development strategies.
• Represents University Archives interests in University-wide developments related to digital curation, digital preservation and storage, and use of records of all kinds in all formats.
• Promotes engagement with the collections, in collaboration with internal and external partners, through outreach that includes public programming, exhibitions, social media, and innovative forms of engagement.
• Contributes to instruction and researcher services, creating a direct and vital connection to researcher, faculty, student, and community interests and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork.
• Participates as a member of the library and university community by maintaining visibility on campus, serving on various committees, and incorporating literary collections in the cultural life of the university.
• Contributes to the library and professional community through committee service, conference presentations, and/or scholarship.
• Manages 1 FTE

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications
• ALA-accredited master's degree in Library and Information Science OR equivalent education and relevant library experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience with University or institutional archives management

Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Application Details

Join Our Information Session: University Archivist
Date: April 15, 2026
Time: 3:00–4:00 PM (ET)
Details: Learn more about this position and the skills and experience we're seeking in our next University Archivist. If you're interested and available to join, please register here to receive the Zoom webinar link: University Archivist Webinar

Application Procedures
Interested candidates should review the application requirements and apply online at Interfolio.

Applications may be submitted as Word or PDF attachments and must include:

1. A cover letter that includes a statement of interest, describing your qualifications and relevant experience, as well as your interest in this position and in contributing to the mission and values of Emory.
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your educational background and relevant professional experience.
3. On a separate document list the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 professional references including a current or previous supervisor.

Candidates applying by April 27, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is successfully filled. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications and nominations from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans.

General Information

Professional librarians at Emory Libraries are 12-month faculty-equivalent positions evaluated annually with assigned ranks renewable for 3 or 5 years based on experience and background. Appropriate professional leave and funding is provided. Depending on educational credentials and position, librarians may be considered for a shared/dual appointment between the library and academic department as a faculty member.

Librarian appointees at Emory generally have educational credentials and professional backgrounds with academic library experience and/or disciplinary knowledge and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, professional engagement and involvement, research and scholarship, creativity, innovation, and flexibility. Such backgrounds will normally include a graduate degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program AND/OR a discipline-specific master's OR doctoral degree. In addition to professional competence and service within the library in the primary job assignment, advancement and/or appointment renewal requires professional involvement and contributions outside of the library and scholarly activities. Candidates must show evidence or promise of such contributions.