Overview
At the Yale Center for British Art, the resident will contribute to a significant project and take the lead on a secondary project. The primary project at the YCBA will focus on the item level organization and description of the Michael Roemer letters. The Roemer letters will be described and cataloged in ArchivesSpace. The Resident’s archival description and cataloging will apply appropriate standards, including Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) and Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials Manuscripts (DCRM: MSS), in conjunction with subject and genre/form analysis and Library of Congress Classification (LCC).
The secondary project will come from the small collections of manuscript material that concern aspects of British art, society, and culture, primarily from the 19th and 20th century. These collections are wide-ranging and include artists’ letters and papers from all periods, ephemera, and archival collections. The Resident will be able to select a collection based on their interests.
The Resident will be fully integrated into the Archives Department and will be supervised by the Chief Archivist and receive instruction and mentorship on all archival description and cataloging activities. The Resident will also be working closely with the Archivist and Archives Assistant, and have ample opportunities to consult with various Center staff members.
Required Skills and Abilities
1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with staff across the institutions. Ability to work independently and as part of a team and with frequent interruptions.
2. Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities with discretion and tact, and to analyze and keep track of myriad details.
3. Ability to follow and write detailed technical instructions. Ability to carefully handle fragile materials is necessary.
4. Excellent decision-making, organizational, and analytical skills to manage resources and projects effectively. Well-organized, accurate, and able to follow through on assignments.
5. Proficient computer literacy skills required, and familiarity with library systems preferred.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
1. Recent master’s degree (2025 or 2026) from a program accredited by the American Library Association required.
2. Coursework or experience in MARC cataloging required.
3. Proven experience interning or working within an archive or special collections environment preferred.
4. Background in 18th, 19th, or 20th-century British art and culture an asset.
Principal Responsibilities
1. Supports and coordinates a range of academic programs.
2. Works on various programs throughout the year; including researching and writing of highly confidential material and working with other departments within the University.
3. Interacts with faculty, students and staff within and outside of the University.
4. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Posting Date
09/18/2026
Job Category
Professional
Bargaining Unit
NON
Compensation Grade
Administration & Operations
Compensation Grade Profile
Associate (00)
Salary Range
$39,300.00 - $292,125.00
Time Type
Full time
Duration Type
Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)
Work Model
On-site
Note
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.
