Library/Archive assistant – fixed term, 6 months
The British School at Athens is seeking an organised and highly motivated recent University graduate for a full time (0.5 FTE Library and 0.5 FTE Archive), fixed term contract (6 months). The starting date of this position will be 1 March 2026 and the closing date will be 31 July 2026.
The annual gross salary (pro rata) for this position is €14,800
Duties and Responsibilities:
• To support the efficient operation of the library by performing front desk duties and assisting with the processing of new materials;
• To assist in a variety of archive tasks including inventorying, rehousing and in-house conservation of collections as well as the curation of digital data.
Person specification:
The successful candidate will have completed an undergraduate degree within the last 12 months in a subject related to the mission statement of the BSA. Candidates must be fluent in English and should have a working knowledge of modern Greek. Knowledge of other languages of scholarship is desired but not essential. Previous experience in Libraries and/or Archives is advantageous. They will be highly motivated and enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, the ability to work independently and in teams, and they will have an interest in the scholarly work conducted and facilitated by the BSA.
Application:
Applicants should submit the following in English, in pdf format via this link.
• A cover letter (of no more than two pages), giving the applicant’s contact details, outlining the reasons for applying, giving details of supporting enclosures, and summarising the applicant’s principal qualifications for the job;
• A curriculum vitae, giving details of past employment, academic and other qualifications, and other relevant experience;
• The name, address, telephone numbers and email address of one referee that the candidate has contacted in advance and who had agreed to supply a letter of reference.
The closing date for applications is Friday 7 November 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by teleconferencing by the end of November 2025. For further information about this position, please read the Further particulars. Informal enquiries about the post may be addressed to the Librarian evi.charitoudi@bsa.ac.uk and/or the Archivist archive@bsa.ac.uk
Applicants are required to have the right to stay and work in Greece.