Department
The Archaeology Data Service (ADS) is a world-leading accredited digital repository which provides digital data archiving services for UK archaeology. Founded in 1996, we are part of UKRI’s research infrastructure, and from 2024 we are building the Heritage Science Data Service (HSDS), a £14.4m investment from the UK’s Arts and Humanities Research Council to develop digital research services for Heritage Science and Conservation. We are based in the University of York and have c.30 members of staff, located within the Department of Archaeology in the medieval King’s Manor in central York. The Department is ranked 26th in the world and 5th in the UK in the QS rankings. Its vibrant, diverse and international community consists of over 100 staff and about 600 students. We also work closely with external partners, both in Higher Education and in the public and commercial archaeological sectors. This is a particularly exciting time in our development, as with UK infrastructure funding for our services for archaeology and heritage science, and a new generation of international research projects, we are working to progress a number of challenges in finding, accessing, producing and reusing digital resources. We are also working with a range of leading European digital infrastructures, including taking a lead role in ARIADNE, and with collaborations with DARIAH, CLARIN, OPERAS and E-RIHS. Role
The database developer will work on creating and modifying databases for both the ADS and HSDS. The role will be responsible for designing, building, and administering new and existing databases that underpin front-end applications and interfaces for the delivery of data on the ADS and HSDS websites. The role will also be responsible for implementing improvements to the Collections Management System (CMS) required by the Archives and Management teams. The role will work closely with other members of the Development and Systems team, including the Systems Manager and front-end development team. This role is available on a fixed term basis for up to 3 years. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed
Creating and implementing databases (Oracle and PostGreSQL) Modifying existing databases: Updating databases for platform changes or user needs Loading of data - creation of data loading tools or processes Implementing new user features Optimizing database performance Developing and maintaining database documentation. Working with the front-end development team to ensure integration. Interview date:
To be confirmed For informal enquiries:
Please contact Dr Tim Evans on tim.evans@york.ac.uk
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The Archaeology Data Service (ADS) is a world-leading accredited digital repository which provides digital data archiving services for UK archaeology. Founded in 1996, we are part of UKRI’s research infrastructure, and from 2024 we are building the Heritage Science Data Service (HSDS), a £14.4m investment from the UK’s Arts and Humanities Research Council to develop digital research services for Heritage Science and Conservation. We are based in the University of York and have c.30 members of staff, located within the Department of Archaeology in the medieval King’s Manor in central York. The Department is ranked 26th in the world and 5th in the UK in the QS rankings. Its vibrant, diverse and international community consists of over 100 staff and about 600 students. We also work closely with external partners, both in Higher Education and in the public and commercial archaeological sectors. This is a particularly exciting time in our development, as with UK infrastructure funding for our services for archaeology and heritage science, and a new generation of international research projects, we are working to progress a number of challenges in finding, accessing, producing and reusing digital resources. We are also working with a range of leading European digital infrastructures, including taking a lead role in ARIADNE, and with collaborations with DARIAH, CLARIN, OPERAS and E-RIHS. Role
The database developer will work on creating and modifying databases for both the ADS and HSDS. The role will be responsible for designing, building, and administering new and existing databases that underpin front-end applications and interfaces for the delivery of data on the ADS and HSDS websites. The role will also be responsible for implementing improvements to the Collections Management System (CMS) required by the Archives and Management teams. The role will work closely with other members of the Development and Systems team, including the Systems Manager and front-end development team. This role is available on a fixed term basis for up to 3 years. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed
Creating and implementing databases (Oracle and PostGreSQL) Modifying existing databases: Updating databases for platform changes or user needs Loading of data - creation of data loading tools or processes Implementing new user features Optimizing database performance Developing and maintaining database documentation. Working with the front-end development team to ensure integration. Interview date:
To be confirmed For informal enquiries:
Please contact Dr Tim Evans on tim.evans@york.ac.uk
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