Boston College
Overview
Boston College Libraries seeks a
Special Collections Curator
to develop collections of rare and unique materials centered on people and ideas that have contributed to the shaping of global cultures and societies, especially those pertaining to Boston College’s distinctive Jesuit, Catholic intellectual and spiritual heritage and its historical origins serving immigrant communities, particularly those of Irish descent.
Responsibilities
Acquire materials for the John J. Burns Library of rare books, special collections, and archives.
Strategize with BC Libraries staff and faculty to support traditional and emerging areas of teaching, learning, and research; formulate and communicate collecting priorities and successes.
Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, collectors, rare book and manuscript trade associates, and scholarly communities.
Contribute to interpretation and promotion of Burns Library collections through programs, events, presentations, talks, and publications.
Assist with creation of physical and online exhibits, instructional sessions, and responses to reference questions.
Collaborate on enhancing discoverability and digitization of Burns Library collections as appropriate.
Conduct research on potential acquisitions, assess significance, negotiate favorable terms, and apply evolving provenance, intellectual property, and privacy considerations.
Uphold professional standards while building primary source collections; may contribute to the general collections in coordination with subject liaison librarians based on institutional needs.
Position opened until filled, with priority consideration given to applications received by October 15, 2025.
Position Details Title and salary commensurate with relevant experience, based on the following titles and full-time equivalent hiring ranges:
Senior Librarian: $76,050 - $95,050; 5+ years related professional experience
Librarian: $68,950 - $86,200; 3-5 years related professional experience
Associate Librarian: $62,350 - $77,950; 1-3 years experience
Requirements
Master’s degree in library or information science or an advanced degree in an academic discipline related to Burns Library collections.
At least two years of experience working with rare books, manuscripts, or archives.
Reading knowledge of Latin, Greek, Irish, or modern European languages desirable.
Please submit BOTH A Cover letter and Resume
Closing Statement Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:
Tuition remission for Employees
Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Low-Cost Life Insurance
Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
Additional benefits can be found at https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook
Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.
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Special Collections Curator
to develop collections of rare and unique materials centered on people and ideas that have contributed to the shaping of global cultures and societies, especially those pertaining to Boston College’s distinctive Jesuit, Catholic intellectual and spiritual heritage and its historical origins serving immigrant communities, particularly those of Irish descent.
Responsibilities
Acquire materials for the John J. Burns Library of rare books, special collections, and archives.
Strategize with BC Libraries staff and faculty to support traditional and emerging areas of teaching, learning, and research; formulate and communicate collecting priorities and successes.
Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, collectors, rare book and manuscript trade associates, and scholarly communities.
Contribute to interpretation and promotion of Burns Library collections through programs, events, presentations, talks, and publications.
Assist with creation of physical and online exhibits, instructional sessions, and responses to reference questions.
Collaborate on enhancing discoverability and digitization of Burns Library collections as appropriate.
Conduct research on potential acquisitions, assess significance, negotiate favorable terms, and apply evolving provenance, intellectual property, and privacy considerations.
Uphold professional standards while building primary source collections; may contribute to the general collections in coordination with subject liaison librarians based on institutional needs.
Position opened until filled, with priority consideration given to applications received by October 15, 2025.
Position Details Title and salary commensurate with relevant experience, based on the following titles and full-time equivalent hiring ranges:
Senior Librarian: $76,050 - $95,050; 5+ years related professional experience
Librarian: $68,950 - $86,200; 3-5 years related professional experience
Associate Librarian: $62,350 - $77,950; 1-3 years experience
Requirements
Master’s degree in library or information science or an advanced degree in an academic discipline related to Burns Library collections.
At least two years of experience working with rare books, manuscripts, or archives.
Reading knowledge of Latin, Greek, Irish, or modern European languages desirable.
Please submit BOTH A Cover letter and Resume
Closing Statement Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:
Tuition remission for Employees
Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Low-Cost Life Insurance
Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
Additional benefits can be found at https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook
Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.
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