Jobs at the Center

Join an inspired team and make an impact

The Ransom Center is an internationally renowned humanities research library, archive, and museum at The University of Texas at Austin. Extensive collections provide unique insight into the creative process of writers and artists and deepen our understanding and appreciation of literature, photography, film, art, and the performing arts.

Employees help visitors experience collections through study in the reading room, tours through our exhibition galleries, and through engaging programs, including readings, talks, symposia, and film screenings. Our work provides time and space for meaningful reflection and the sharing of ideas that open our minds and deepen our connectedness.

Find out more about working for The University of Texas at Austin. Questions about any open positions may be directed to Leah Bush, Human Resources Manager, at leah.bush@austin.utexas.edu

Staff Positions

• Associate Director for Preservation and Conservation

  Provide vision and leadership for preservation and conservation initiatives of the Harry Ransom Center, including management of the Preservation and Conservation Division, composed of labs dedicated to book, paper, and photograph conservation, and a preventive unit. Serve on the senior leadership team of the Center.

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• Manager for Digital Archives

  Lead the stewardship of born digital materials at the Ransom Center. Work closely with the Archival Processing Unit to process and catalog digital content at both aggregate and item levels, integrate descriptions into finding aids, and ensure high-quality metadata standards. Collaborate with curators, donors, and other teams within the Metadata + Discovery department to appraise and transfer digital archives, while developing policies and workflows that support long-term preservation and access.

  • Note: This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.
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• Suzanne Deal Booth Post-graduate Fellowship in Conservation

  Consult with collection managers and carry out treatment of rare and unique materials from the Ransom Center collections. Participate in activities relating to the preventive care of collections. Engage in professional and public outreach activities. Undertake research and/or collaborative projects.

  • Note: This fellowship is a temporary, two-year, 40 hours/week position.
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Student Positions

None at this time