ASU Library is recruiting a Research Data Curator to join a newly formed unit dedicated to open science and scholarly communication within the Engagement and Learning Services Directorate and who will report to the unit head. As a new position within this new unit, this is a great opportunity for an early career professional interested in developing skills and expertise in this area and contributing to the planning and growth of this team.

This position is responsible for overseeing research data publication workflows and working with researchers to provide guidance and support with related data publication issues. The Research Data Curator will focus on indigenous data sovereignty and work closely with the Labriola National American Indian Data Center at ASU Library to build relationships with indigenous communities related to our work at ASU.

This is a continuing appointment track Academic Professional position; Assistant/Associate Librarian, and salary dependent upon experience. Early career professionals are encouraged to apply.

Full details and the application are at: https://apply.interfolio.com/106957

The application deadline Is July 6, 2022. Send questions to Interim Head of Scholarly Communication Anali Perry at Anali.Perry@asu.edu

Digital Preservation Services (DPS) at Harvard Library is excited to invite applications for a Digital Preservation Analyst position! The DPS program is positioned centrally and collaborates across over 50 Harvard Library units, engaging in expansive and innovative work to preserve the usability of Harvard’s rich collections. Flexible, hybrid, or remote work models compliant with Harvard University work policies will be considered. The position will remain posted until filled, but applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of day on June 10, 2022.

Link to job description and application website:

https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25240&siteid=5341#jobDetails=1955497_5341

For more information and to apply, click here.

Position Details

• Title: Hourly Public Services Associate I
• Location: Glendale Branch
• Hours: hours may vary, approximately 16 hours per week
• Schedule: May vary, but will include day, evening, and weekend hours, including occasional Sundays
• Starting Hourly Rate: $16.31
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Submission Deadline:  May 26, 2022 at 11:59 pm. Please apply online at www.indypl.org. Candidates will be updated on their status via email, please no phone inquiries.
A successful candidate will…   

• Have a bachelor’s degree or a Library Technical Degree and an Indiana State Librarian Certificate V
• Have previous experience working with customers face to face.
• Be available to work day, evening, and weekend hours
• Be able to navigate basic computer functions, including Microsoft Word, Excel, internet browsing.
• Be bilingual (preferred but not required).

What does the job look like?

• • Assists patrons with finding library materials, recommending titles, locating library materials at other branches and placing requests.
  • Provides preliminary, quick or ready reference assistance, referring in-depth research to librarians on duty or for call back.
  • Provides assistance and instruction to patrons using the IndyPL website and digital collection, computers, printers or using other equipment, and downloading library apps.
  • Assists patrons with job applications and resumes, utilizing online job search functions.
  • Assists Librarians in collection maintenance, including weeding, ordering materials from other branches, and finding and evaluating items for pull lists, transfer lists, zero circ., etc.
  • Informs patrons of library policies and procedures; observes patron activity.
  • Records and reports statistics related to tasks including reference assistance, use of materials, program attendance and community contacts.
  • Acts as person-in-charge, as needed.
  • Assists with displays to promote the collection.
  • Able to work the normally scheduled work time for this position.
  • Able to cope with daily job-related stress.
    
    Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

Physical requirements include frequent twisting and constant sitting; pushing and pulling, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. May occasionally lift more than 25 pounds.

What’s In It for You?
The Library proudly promotes from within as part of a strong commitment to providing career growth opportunities for employees of all levels.

Interested in working for the Library, but this job doesn’t seem like the right fit? Don’t worry! We hire for a variety of different positions. Check out the jobs page on our website to see a few of the positions we hire for frequently.  We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

For more information and to apply, click here. 

Teen Central Manager – Teen Central (Full-time)

The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library is currently hiring a Teen Central Manager to lead our Teen Central Department! Applicants must be highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, customer service oriented environment. This full-time position requires an MLS degree and will be responsible for the daily operations of the service desk as well as coordinating all aspects of teen programming for the library.

Starting Salary: $37,050/year and is commensurate with experience; PGTPL offers a very competitive benefit package.

For more information and too apply, click here. 

The Open Educational Resources (OER) & Scholarly Communications Librarian works collaboratively across Library & Information Services (LIS) to partner with campus units for coordinating the creation, education, and archiving of OER, promotes scholarly communication practices on campus including management of the institutional repository, SPARK. This position reports to the Dean of LIS. The OER & Scholarly Communications Librarian:

-Contributes to the creation, education, and archiving of OER and promotion of OER initiatives across the university.
Guides faculty in the discovery, creation, dissemination, identification, adoption, and assessment of open and affordable course content.

-Works to enhance scholarly communication activities at SIUE, including management of the institutional repository, SPARK.

-Seeks out and works with individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and perspectives, to support the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism (DEIA) initiatives of LIS and the campus as a whole.

-Actively participates in the shared governance and service opportunities of LIS.

-Engages in research and contributes through service at the institutional and professional levels suitable to the assignment and rank.

-Participate in the University’s mandatory tenure and promotion review process that assesses on a yearly basis each individual’s performance in teaching (librarianship), professional service (LIS, university, regional, or national), and scholarly research (related to librarianship and information science and/or other area chosen by the individual).

Dual Career Support for New Faculty

The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE’s Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding

Terms of Appointment

Assistant or Associate Professor, 12-month continuing contract, tenure/tenure-track position beginning August 2022

Salary

Minimum of $55,000. Negotiable dependent upon credentials and experience. Excellent benefits program. For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: www.siue.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff