Digital Collection Systems Specialist Visa Sponsorship Uk

Development
Uk
June 4, 2025
£40 - £45 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

Job Title: Digital Collections and Discovery Developer
Institution: University of Glasgow
Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Salary: Grade 7 (£40,497 – £45,413 per annum)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Open-Ended
Closing Date: 30 June 2025 (23:45 BST)

About the Role

The University of Glasgow is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Digital Collections and Discovery Developer to join its Library Collections team. In this pivotal role, you will enhance and maintain key digital systems that support our research, teaching, and archival goals. Your focus will include the development and support of collection management systems, digital preservation solutions, and user-facing discovery applications.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support technical enhancements for core digital library systems, including archive and special collections platforms.

Develop, configure, and maintain integrations and front-end applications using APIs and open-source tools.

Collaborate with IT Services and the Digital Library Team to ensure seamless functionality and optimal system performance.

Drive the implementation of new tools and workflows related to digital preservation and metadata management.

Evaluate and improve data discovery services, accessibility features, and user experience.

Actively participate in sector-specific working groups, contribute to open-source development, and stay up to date with best practices in digital collections and archives.

Support strategic projects aligned with the University’s World Changers Together plan.

About You

You will be an adaptable, technically proficient developer with a strong interest in digital libraries, archives, or cultural heritage. Your background should include hands-on experience with content management systems, programming languages, and digital integration.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

  • Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field, with strong personal development in technical roles.
  • Solid knowledge of metadata schemas and semantic interoperability (e.g., MARC21, Dublin Core, EAD).
  • Experience with languages and tools such as Python, JavaScript, HTML5, XML, XSLT, JSON, MySQL/MariaDB, Git.
  • Proven ability to design and manage system integrations and develop web-based solutions.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience supporting digital assets, collections, or archival systems in a Higher Education or cultural heritage environment.

Desirable:

  • Experience with OAI-PMH, Linked Open Data, or digital preservation frameworks.
  • Familiarity with discovery services and repository platforms such as ArchivesSpace or DSpace.

Visa Sponsorship

This post is open to both UK-based and international applicants. If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, the University of Glasgow may be able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to UK visa requirements. For detailed eligibility information, please visit the official UK government page:
Skilled Worker visa – GOV.UK

What We Offer

As a valued member of our university community, you’ll benefit from:

  • Generous Leave: 41 days of annual leave for full-time staff.
  • Flexible Working: We support a range of work-life balance solutions.
  • Pension Scheme: Access to an excellent occupational pension. More details here: Pensions at Glasgow
  • Health & Wellbeing: Free 6-month membership to UofG Sport and ongoing support via staff wellbeing programmes.
  • Learning & Development: Opportunities to grow your technical expertise and professional profile.
  • Inclusive Culture: We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion across all roles. Read more here:
    EDI at University of Glasgow

How to Apply

To apply, please visit:
University of Glasgow Jobs Portal

You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a supporting statement demonstrating your suitability for the role based on the job description.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025, 23:45 BST
Interviews: To be confirmed

For further information or assistance with the application process, contact the HR team via the University HR Contact Page.

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