The British Film Institute is looking for an innovative Heritage Science Manager to lead all operational aspects of the BFI National Archive’s Moving Image Conservation Research Laboratory (MICRL).
The Heritage Science Manafwe will direct the development of the MICRL, enabling access to its major research themes and facilities as well as instigating original conservation research.
About the Role
- Leading the MICRL heritage science laboratory, its equipment, systems and facilities. Managing technical aspects through to final quality control and delivery, in collaboration with KLC colleagues and RICHeS IHQ.
- To manage RICHeS grant budget, with Head of Conservation, ensuring that the BFI’s Financial Procedures are followed for the management of all assets (including people).
- To develop and maintain strong relationships with senior colleagues across the BFI, with international peers and key figures across the film and TV industries and screen heritage sector. Coach and train colleagues in policies and procedures and collections-related knowledge and skills, including scientific techniques suitable for conservation treatment.
- With the Head of Conservation and colleagues, develop policies, procedures and practices to achieve best practice for moving image conservation.
- Be an ambassador for the BFI and maintain a professional approach at all times.
About You
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Postgraduate degree in heritage science or related area.
- Substantial experience working within a research lab, centre, or facility.
- Demonstrable experience operating one or more of the following: XRF, FTIR spectroscopy, NMR, Microfade testing, Dynamic Mechanical Analysis.
- Experience of generation and interpretation of research data, creating written reports for various audiences.
A full list of responsibilities and minimum requirements can be found in the job description.
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit the BFI Vacancies Site before the role deadline on Monday 26 Janauary 2026 at 23:59.