What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Archivist for Access position at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Posting Description
PROJECT ARCHIVIST FOR ACCESS, Libraries , is a full-time, three-year term role focused on improving access to archival collections. This hybrid position (four days on-site) supports initiatives related to collection management, researcher access, processing, and digitization. Responsibilities include reviewing collections for restrictions, updating access information in ArchivesSpace, and supporting projects that enhance knowledge and usability of collections. The Project Archivist also provides regular reading room support, assisting researchers and contributing to a welcoming, informed, and service-oriented environment for users of the Institute Archives.
The full job description is available, here: MIT Libraries' Jobs Page
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Master’s degree in Library, Archival, or Information Science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a minimum of one year of experience in an archival setting; demonstrated ability to handle confidential information responsibly and in accordance with privacy and ethical standards; strong research, analytical, organizational, and written communication skills, with close attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency; and ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability skills. PREFERRED : Experience in academic libraries or archives; public service experience with diverse communities, archival processing and description; and familiarity with ArchivesSpace or similar archival management systems.
5/14/2026
PROJECT ARCHIVIST FOR ACCESS, Libraries , is a full-time, three-year term role focused on improving access to archival collections. This hybrid position (four days on-site) supports initiatives related to collection management, researcher access, processing, and digitization. Responsibilities include reviewing collections for restrictions, updating access information in ArchivesSpace, and supporting projects that enhance knowledge and usability of collections. The Project Archivist also provides regular reading room support, assisting researchers and contributing to a welcoming, informed, and service-oriented environment for users of the Institute Archives.
The full job description is available, here: MIT Libraries' Jobs Page
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Master’s degree in Library, Archival, or Information Science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a minimum of one year of experience in an archival setting; demonstrated ability to handle confidential information responsibly and in accordance with privacy and ethical standards; strong research, analytical, organizational, and written communication skills, with close attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency; and ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability skills. PREFERRED : Experience in academic libraries or archives; public service experience with diverse communities, archival processing and description; and familiarity with ArchivesSpace or similar archival management systems.
5/14/2026