EdTech Job – Cataloguing Officer at London School of Economics and Political Science

LSE is dedicated to fostering a university environment that is diverse, equitable, and genuinely inclusive.

Salary: £36,513 to £41,565 per annum (inclusive), with the potential to progress to £44,468 per annum (inclusive of London allowance).
Contract Type: Fixed-term for 7 months.

This role offers an exciting development opportunity for a paraprofessional archivist seeking hands-on experience in cataloguing. Designed as an in-training position, the successful candidate will work under the guidance of a professional archivist and focus on the appraisal, arrangement, and description of the Records of Sheba Feminist Press. This work is part of the Charting the journey: cataloguing the Sheba Feminist Publishers archive project, which is generously supported by the Archives Revealed grant programme — funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Pilgrim Trust, the Wolfson Foundation, and The National Archives.

Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates should bring:

• Prior experience working in an archive or similar environment, preferably within higher education.
• Proven experience in cataloguing archival collections.
• A strong record of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of national and international archival standards, including ISAD(G) and NCA Rules.

What We Offer:
LSE provides a variety of benefits, including:

• An occupational pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Access to excellent training and development programs.

For further details about the post, please refer to the job description, person specification, and how to apply document.

How to Apply:
Click the ‘Apply’ button above to submit your application. If you experience technical difficulties using the online application system, please contact us through the links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. For any role-related inquiries, please email Emma Pizarro at [email protected].

Key Dates:
The deadline for applications is 20 May 2026 (23:59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to consider late submissions