Posting Description

COLLECTIONS ARCHIVIST, MIT Libraries, focuses on inclusive appraisal, acquisition, and stewardship of archival and manuscript collections at MIT; responsible for donor relationship management, deed of gift negotiations, collection surveying, and appraisal; supports diverse representation within the archives and collaborates closely with the Women@MIT Archivist and other stakeholders. The Archivist contributes to special projects like oral histories and digital initiatives, participates in collection audits, rights reviews, and access updates, and provides reference services to researchers. The position also involves outreach, engagement in professional activities, and emergency response for the Libraries' collections.