LIBRARIAN I - Digital Scholarship Librarian #00065211
About The Position
Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T), one of the world's leading technological research universities, seeks a dynamic and creative Digital Scholarship Librarian. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Libraries the Digital Scholarship Librarian leads the planning, coordination, analysis and implementation of library service models focusing on scholarly communication services for the Missouri University of Science and Technology community. This position provides expertise and leadership in educating the campus community about research data management, digital publishing, intellectual property rights, open access and open scholarship initiatives, and connections between information literacy and scholarly communication. Additionally, this position engages in the exploration of new forms of on-line scholarship, incorporating AI technologies, and in partnering with scholars on the development, implementation, assessment, enhancement and maintenance of sustainable digital projects. Other duties include coordinating activities with other library units; planning and supervising major projects; serving on various committees and teams; and participating in regional and national library organizations as appropriate and sharing expertise with colleagues.
Requirements
- ALA-accredited master's degree in library/information science or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline by time of appointment.
- Knowledge of research tools and technologies in digital scholarship (e.g., digitization, text mining, data visualization, mapping, image analysis, etc.).
- Strong understanding of current issues and research in digital scholarship and new forms of publishing.
- Demonstrated skills of relevant scholarly communication issues, particularly with intellectual property rights and fair use.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to manage digital scholarship projects.
- Demonstrated effective communications and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain close, productive working relationships with colleagues.
- Ability to meet the requirements of the University's promotion guidelines for non-tenure track faculty.
Nice To Haves
- In addition to the minimum requirements, a second graduate degree in a related discipline.
- Experience with digital scholarship platforms (e.g. Digital Commons, Fedora, Omeka, DHP Press, etc.)
- Experience with grant writing.
- Experience managing projects, with ability to effectively manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across organizational boundaries.
- Demonstrated record of publication and professional contributions.
Responsibilities
- Leads the planning, coordination, analysis and implementation of library service models focusing on scholarly communication services
- Provides expertise and leadership in educating the campus community about research data management, digital publishing, intellectual property rights, open access and open scholarship initiatives, and connections between information literacy and scholarly communication
- Engages in the exploration of new forms of on-line scholarship, incorporating AI technologies, and in partnering with scholars on the development, implementation, assessment, enhancement and maintenance of sustainable digital projects
- Coordinating activities with other library units
- Planning and supervising major projects
- Serving on various committees and teams
- Participating in regional and national library organizations as appropriate and sharing expertise with colleagues
Benefits
- Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
- As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
