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Reference number
307248
Salary
£24,252
per annum (pro rata)
GBP
Job grade
Administrative Officer
Band B
Contract type
Fixed Term
Length of employment
March 2026
Business area
RBGK – Science
Type of role
Operational Delivery
Operational Research
Science
Operational Research
Science
Working pattern
Full-time
Number of jobs available
2
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Location
London, London (region), TW9 3AE
About the job
Job summary
We are looking to appoint 2 Digitisation Officers to image and transcribe label data from Herbarium and Fungarium specimens. The post holder will be a member of the digital collections team with responsibility to maintain high standards in the management of Kews internationally important digital collections. They will be part of a large project team dedicated to the digitisation of Kews collections.
Job description
Essential skills and experience include handling collections or working with fragile and delicate material, data entry and imaging skills along with a strong interest in Biodiversity, its sustainable use and conservation.
Person specification
The position will require attention to detail and a high level of motivation.
Benefits
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
If you are interested in this position, please submit your application via the Kew Gardens website.
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
No agencies please.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
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The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : jobs@kew.org
- Email : jobs@kew.org
Recruitment team
- Email : jobs@kew.org
