Jobs at the Center

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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

Open Positions

• John Merritt Associate Director for Research Services

  The John Merritt Associate Director for Research Services reports to the Director and provides leadership and vision for the Ransom Center’s Research Services Division with responsibility for all research operations including Reader Services, Reference, Instruction, and Fellowships. Serves as a member of the Ransom Center’s senior leadership team.

  • Note: Position vacancy will remain open for applications until filled.
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• Manager for Bibliographic Description

  Reporting to the Head of Printed & Published Media and Metadata Services, the Manager for Bibliographic Description serves as the lead cataloger of the unit, engaging in original and complex copy cataloging of modern and early printed books, manuscripts, serials, maps, visual materials, and other special formats; as well as activities geared to assure quality control, maintenance and remediation of the library catalog.

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• Manager for Visual Materials Cataloging

  The Harry Ransom Center is looking for a collaborative and access-forward enthusiast to lead the Visual Materials Cataloging team. The Visual Material Cataloging team takes a museum-based approach to accessioning Photography and Art Materials within the Collections, and uses a newly implemented Collection Management System to provide item level cataloging for our holdings.

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• Nancy Inman and Marlene Nathan Meyerson Curator of Photography

  The Nancy Inman and Marlene Nathan Meyerson Curator of Photography provides leadership and curatorial support for the Ransom Center’s internationally renowned photography collections, including promoting access to and use of the collections and interpreting them for the Center’s broad audiences.

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