IoT list members might be interested in this posting from the archivists' list ... maybe not to apply for the job but at least as evidence of something moving forward. regards, Malcolm. ------- Forwarded message ------- From: "Sarah Vickery" <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Subject: Project Archivist post, Dreamland Margate Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:28:28 +0100 Dear list members, Please see below for details of an exciting opportunity for a Project Archivist for Dreamland Margate. Regards, Sarah Vickery The Dreamland Trust PROJECT ARCHIVIST £22,000pa (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract) An interesting opportunity for an archivist to carry out original work in a rich but as yet under-researched, field in connection with Dreamland at Margate, Kent. Following a successful Heritage Lottery Fund bid, the project will develop world's first amusement park to solely feature thrilling historic rides, combined with a national centre for the celebration of seaside heritage, popular culture and street style. The Project Archivist’s role will be to seek out, evaluate and record historic material relating to Dreamland and its position as one of the premier sites in the United Kingdom for popular entertainment. Archival material relating to the site is known to be scattered widely throughout the country, although little is catalogued or publicly accessible. We are looking for an enthusiastic historian with a passion for popular culture. The post will require some travel. For a full job description and details of how to apply please visit www.dreamlandmargate.com Closing date for applications: 19 October 2009 Interviews: week commencing 16 November 2009 Start date: 4 January 2010 -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/