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 Library Services

  The Associate Director for Library Services provides strategic leadership for the Ransom Center’s library services portfolio, including Metadata & Discovery, Collection Management, Technology & Database Administration, Digital Projects, Digital Imaging, Reference, and Public Services.

  This role is responsible for setting vision, priorities, and long-term direction for how collections are described, accessed, and stored—ensuring that library programs and services are aligned with institutional goals, sustainable over time, and responsive to evolving research and public needs.

  The Associate Director primarily leads at the portfolio level, with day-to-day operations led by the Heads of each unit.

  • Note: This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.
  • For more information and to apply

• Head of Communications and Marketing

  Develops and manages a comprehensive communications and marketing program to increase media and public awareness and understanding of the Ransom Center's work and its value to local, state, national, and international audiences. Ensures consistency of the Ransom Center's brand.

  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a library, museum, other cultural institution, or non-profit.
  • Note: This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.
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• Visitor Services Assistant

  Serve as front desk staff at the Harry Ransom Center, which includes welcoming visitors, accepting donations, selling merchandise in the Ransom Center shop, and providing exceptional customer service to Harry Ransom Center visitors while enforcing museum policies and procedures. This role also provides administrative support for the Ransom Center shop and volunteer events.

  • Preferred Qualifications: 3 or more years of experience in customer service or front desk coordination.
  • Note: 40 hours per week. Must be available to work weekends and some evenings.
  • For more information and to apply

Student Positions

None at this time