Conservator, Modern Collections

at  Trinity College Dublin

ABOUT TRINITY:

Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 87th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years.

POST SUMMARY

The Conservator, Modern Collections, will join the team of staff in the Preservation & Conservation Department, which includes the Head of Preservation & Conservation, 4 conservators, 1 technical assistant. The department also has project conservator, interns and conservation student placements.

HOW TO APPLY:

In order to assist the selection process, candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1 x A4) that specifically addresses the person specification requirements and shortlisting criteria for this position.

• Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment may include the delivery of a presentation and may include a test of practical skills.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Informal enquiries about this post should be made to John Gillis, Interim Head of Preservation & Conservation, via e-mail: jgillis@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email Olivia McTernan, Recruitment Partner at E:recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment

The specific purpose of this employment is to assist the Library Department’s preservation and conservation activities, specifically contributing to the stewardship strategy and the planning and implementation of preservation activities for the Library’s collection. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return to their role after a period of authorised leave. This contract is therefore issued on such objective grounds.
Hours of Post: 36.5 hours per week
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Technical Officer Salary Scale (€38,345 - € 58,576 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)