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Part-Time Project Archivist: Manuscripts & Archives

The New York Historical

The New York Historical invites applications for a part-time Project Archivist in the Library. You will process manuscript and archival materials, including records from Reader's Digest, applying professional arrangement and description standards to enable user access. You will work up to 24 hours per week, with duties spanning physical and intellectual processing, basic conservation screening, and occasional outreach activities such as blogging or sharing finding aids online. #J-18808-Ljbffr The New York Historical

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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