Tuesday 18 May 2021

Head of South Asian Collections, British Library

Exciting news: The British Library has advertised a new permanent post - Head of South Asian Collections. 

The post will also be advertised on external websites (The Guardian, jobs.ac.uk etc.) today but you can find all details on our website

https://britishlibrary.recruitment.zellis.com/birl/pages/vacancy.jsf?latest=01002429

https://www.bl.uk/careers/apply-for-vacancies

The deadline for applications is 14 June 2021. 

The successful candidate will join the Asian and African Collections Department and will lead the South Asia team in developing, managing and promoting the collection of manuscripts, printed books, newspapers and digital resources from or relating to South Asia. They will be responsible for all projects and activities relating to these collections, and will lead in developing future major programs and partnerships.