Curator/Archivist

Summary

TitleSupervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.) – Director of Special Collections and University ArchivesPosition TypeFull-time, permanentBenefitsYesSalary$76,000 - $85,000OverviewStony Brook University is seeking a PRODiG+ Fellow in the department of University Libraries / Special Collections and University Archives through the State University of New York (SUNY) Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth Plus (PRODiG+) Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PRODiG+). PRODiG+ is designed with two primary goals: (1) increasing the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the pipeline for retention and support of those faculty. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship can be found at is a postdoctoral PRODiG+ fellow who stewards, processes, and promotes diverse archival and special collections, and participates in instructional programs, collections‑based research, and outreach activities. The curator/archivist ensures these collections are preserved, discoverable, and meaningfully integrated into the University's commitment to inclusive teaching practice, innovative research, and community engagement.Employment DetailsThe position is a full-time, 12-month, non‑tenure‑track faculty position at the lecturer level to commence in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be appointed for 2 years at an annual salary of $80,000 with comprehensive state benefits. The fellow will be a part of a mentored research environment and, with successful performance and demonstrated equitable and inclusive teaching strategies focused on student success, will be invited to join the tenure‑track faculty at Stony Brook University after two years.ResponsibilitiesThis role involves accessioning, organizing, and describing collection materials; and facilitating access in alignment with professional standards and ADA requirements. The curator/archivist will support the evaluation of materials for potential inclusion in collections or instructional use. The curator/archivist works closely with faculty, students, researchers, and community partners to design and deliver instruction, workshops, and interpretive programs that foster critical engagement with the collections/archives. Through collaboration and outreach, the curator/archivist builds bridges between the Libraries' holdings and the broader academic and public communities, ensuring these resources remain vibrant, accessible, and relevant for future generations.AppointmentThe successful candidate's appointment will be in University Libraries.ContactQuestions? communications@nycarchivists.org#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

TitleSupervisor Title (All entry and mid-level position supervisors should be qualified, professional archivists.) – Director of Special Collections and University ArchivesPosition TypeFull-time, permanentBenefitsYesSalary$76,000 - $85,000OverviewStony Brook University is seeking a PRODiG+ Fellow in the department of University Libraries / Special Collections and University Archives through the State University of New York (SUNY) Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth Plus (PRODiG+) Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PRODiG+). PRODiG+ is designed with two primary goals: (1) increasing the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the pipeline for retention and support of those faculty. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship can be found at is a postdoctoral PRODiG+ fellow who stewards, processes, and promotes diverse archival and special collections, and participates in instructional programs, collections‑based research, and outreach activities. The curator/archivist ensures these collections are preserved, discoverable, and meaningfully integrated into the University's commitment to inclusive teaching practice, innovative research, and community engagement.Employment DetailsThe position is a full-time, 12-month, non‑tenure‑track faculty position at the lecturer level to commence in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be appointed for 2 years at an annual salary of $80,000 with comprehensive state benefits. The fellow will be a part of a mentored research environment and, with successful performance and demonstrated equitable and inclusive teaching strategies focused on student success, will be invited to join the tenure‑track faculty at Stony Brook University after two years.ResponsibilitiesThis role involves accessioning, organizing, and describing collection materials; and facilitating access in alignment with professional standards and ADA requirements. The curator/archivist will support the evaluation of materials for potential inclusion in collections or instructional use. The curator/archivist works closely with faculty, students, researchers, and community partners to design and deliver instruction, workshops, and interpretive programs that foster critical engagement with the collections/archives. Through collaboration and outreach, the curator/archivist builds bridges between the Libraries' holdings and the broader academic and public communities, ensuring these resources remain vibrant, accessible, and relevant for future generations.AppointmentThe successful candidate's appointment will be in University Libraries.ContactQuestions? communications@nycarchivists.org#J-18808-Ljbffr