Assistant Librarian, Scholarly Communications

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

5d • $60,000

About The Position

The John C. Hitt Library at the University of Central Florida (UCF) seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking Scholarly Communication Assistant Librarian to join our Digital Scholarship Department in the Digital Strategies, Impact, & Visibility division. This 12-month, non-tenure track position leads campus efforts to support ethical, inclusive, and open research practices. The successful candidate will bring strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across campus units, along with expertise in scholarly communication areas such as open access publishing, copyright, licensing, and research data management. With a deep commitment to open knowledge infrastructures, they will promote responsible research dissemination and engagement with open publishing platforms and practices. About the UCF Libraries The UCF Libraries enhance student success and faculty excellence through a dynamic network of libraries and information professionals. Serving the UCF community across multiple campuses, including the flagship John C. Hitt Library, we provide seamless support services, essential resources, and cutting-edge technology to optimize research and visibility. Our mission is to empower and collaborate with our community to promote academic success, research, creativity, and lifelong learning. Our forward-thinking organizational structure is designed to maximize impact: Academic Engagement: Partnering with students, faculty, and the community. Administrative Services: Offering comprehensive financial, physical, and talent support. Resources & Discovery: Curating and optimizing access to vital content. Digital Strategies, Impact, & Visibility: Leveraging technology and elevating the research enterprise. At the UCF Libraries, you will be part of a team dedicated to innovation, curiosity, and enhancing academic leadership and student achievement. Ready to make your mark in our modern and innovative environment? Discover more at http://library.ucf.edu . Also, be sure to check out Boundless Learning: Redefining the Library Experience ( https://stars.library.ucf.edu/lib-docs/428/ ), the UCF Libraries’ 2024-2027 Strategic Directions, to learn more about our transformative journey.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in library and/or information science, or terminal degree in relevant field , from an accredited institution by time of hire.
• Demonstrated understanding of scholarly communication, including areas such as open access publishing, copyright, licensing, and research data management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing and delivering instruction, training, or outreach to different audiences, including faculty, students, and staff.
• Experience leading or contributing to the development and implementation of institutional open access and scholarly communication initiatives.
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in open knowledge infrastructures and scholarly communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and support to students, faculty, and staff on scholarly communication practices for research, teaching, and learning.
• Advocate for open access initiatives and equitable publishing models across campus.
• Develop and deliver workshops, seminars, and training on topics such as open publishing, copyright, data management, and emerging scholarly communication practices.
• Create and maintain educational resources including research guides, videos, and tutorials to support the campus community.
• Monitor trends and developments in the field to inform programming, outreach, and strategic initiatives.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees