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Social network you want to login/join with: Position: Specimen Digitisation Technician You will be responsible for specimen digitisation to support the Museum’s Digital, Data and Informatics Theme. As part of the Digitisation Team, you will work with museum collections, curatorial teams, and Data Management Team to capture digital images of specimens and their associated data. Responsibilities include: Handling and digitising specimens, including photography, transcription, georeferencing, and databasing. Trialling new digitisation workflows and tools. Recording accurate information about workflows for evaluation and monitoring. Sharing best practices through reports, posters, and presentations. Supporting publishing of specimen datasets and research papers. Contributing to team communication and social media content. Qualifications include: Experience in natural sciences or a related discipline. Experience in collections digitisation, recuration, or conservation projects. Knowledge of collections metadata and management systems. Proficiency with cloud-based document tools (Office or Google Docs). Experience in data verification across various formats. Ability to work in a team and handle small, fragile objects with manual dexterity. Attention to detail and ability to follow complex workflows. Additional information: We value qualities aligned with our shared ambition and museum values, fostering a positive working environment. What we offer: Season ticket, bicycle, and rental loans Life insurance Free admission to exhibitions and discounts at museums and galleries across the UK Staff discounts at shops and cafes Training opportunities for staff development Membership benefits including discounts at various attractions and services#J-18808-Ljbffr