Instruction and Collections Archivist

The Special Collections unit of the University at Buffalo Libraries seeks a creative, collaborative, and self-motivated applicant for the position of Instruction and Collections Archivist in the University Archives. Founded in 1964, the University Archives houses collections significant to the university dating back to 1846, as well as over 200 diverse manuscript collections detailing the history of the surrounding WNY community.

The Instruction and Collections Archivist will provide advanced archival primary source instruction and engage with campus communities to increase the University Archives’ presence as a teaching archive. This individual will take the lead in developing instructional programs for students and faculty across disciplines that highlight archival materials within the University Archives. The Instruction and Collections Archivist will form partnerships throughout the university and assist in processing archival collections in accordance with accepted standards and best practices.

Please view the posting link for a detailed description of duties.

Position Title                     Instruction and Collections Archivist

Position Type                    Faculty

Posting Number               F250042

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56513/

This position is open until filled**. ** We anticipate filling this position by September 2025.

The Instruction and Collections Archivist will be appointed at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian and will report to the University Archivist.

The University Libraries is a welcoming multicultural environment that serves an increasingly diverse constituency of patrons.  Our employees, services, collections, and policies honor and reflect this diversity, and we invite individuals whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization to apply.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.