Bibliographer at Brepols (Thessaloniki)

Brepols is an international academic publisher of printed and electronic works in the humanities. Publications include editions of historical texts and scholarly studies in history, literature, theology, philosophy and art history. Brepols has a wide customer-base spread throughout the world, comprising specialist libraries, academic institutions and individuals.

Brepols is currently recruiting for the post of Bibliographer at its Thessaloniki office (Greece)

Your role

As a bibliographer you will be responsible for cataloguing publications, preparing bibliographic records, assigning keywords or editing existing records, in close relation with collaborators and specialists abroad. Topics will cover European history, theology and religion, and other fields in the humanities.

Your profile

• A relevant masters degree in history (preferably medieval or early modern European history) or theology and religious studies (including Church history)
• A broad knowledge of European history and cultures, across countries, periods, languages and disciplines
• Very good command of English or French; knowledge of German and/or an East European language will be considered an advantage
• Familiarity and experience of using academic databases
• Ability to manage and develop the international network of contributors and research partners for the Bibliography/projects
• Good project management skills and ability to supervise the work of external contributors
• Ability to work accurately and methodically under pressure
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Editorial experience or proofreading skills will be an advantage

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and their CV to Peter Janssens peter.janssens@brepols.net by no later than 08/03/2015

Tests and interviews will take place in Thessaloniki in the week commencing on Monday 16/03/2015

(Please indicate any dates when you would not be available.)