Category: dh+lib review

From the posting:

University of Kentucky Libraries is vital to fulfilling the goals of enhancing and expanding the university’s research enterprise, and we are looking for a visiting Data Applications Librarian to strengthen and expand UK Libraries research data services, particularly in data refinement, analysis, and visualization. This 2-year position will join the growing Digital Scholarship and Data department of professionals with expertise in research data management, digital scholarship, and scholarly communications. Serving all academic disciplines, the Data Applications Librarian will be a catalyst for agile, efficient, and impactful research across campus.

From the posting:

The AI and Emerging Technologies Librarian will play a crucial role in the integration and management of new and emerging technologies at MSU Libraries, with special attention to the burgeoning impact of AI. The position combines expertise in library science and emerging technologies to enhance and streamline library services and operations. The AI and Emerging Technologies Librarian will work collaboratively across units and divisions to develop, implement, and maintain services and programs that support the teaching, research and service missions of the university. This position will be housed in the Research, Instruction and Outreach (RIO) unit and will report to the director of that unit.

Job Description

Professional Responsibilities 70%

• Consults with students, faculty, and staff on digital humanities projects, providing technical expertise and support for DH methods. Consultations are designed to empower faculty and graduate students to pursue their own research and teaching.
• Offers introductory training in DH tools and methods. Oversees and executes hands-on workshops, training sessions, and seminars for faculty and graduate students.
• Develops and delivers DH content for graduate and undergraduate courses and works with instructors to integrate DH skills into course learning outcomes.
• Designs and develops programmatic materials and content to support IDRH programs and activities to foster engagement of students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Understands the potential benefits and liabilities of various digital platforms and tools and communicates them clearly to a range of audiences.
• Creates and maintains project documentation.
• Independently coordinates and executes a variety of IDRH programs and events, which may include grant funded programs, in collaboration with IDRH co-directors. Contributes to IDRH funding proposals.
• Participates in the development of IDRH goals and objectives.
• Joins the IDRH in a leadership role, participating in the planning, administration, and execution of IDRH events and programming.
• Assesses and reports on IDRH program outcomes.
• Engages with KU Libraries colleagues to enhance and coordinate digital scholarship support. Participates in services and programs such as Research Sprints, Information Literacy Mini-Grants, and Software Carpentry.
• Advances the libraries’ priorities and strategic directions through participation on project teams and/or task forces.
• Demonstrates a commitment to advancing diversity efforts in the libraries and contributes to an inclusive environment. KU Libraries embraces diversity and inclusion and this position will contribute to a climate that supports and reflects our community of students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds.

Research 20%

• Contributes to the profession’s collective knowledge by engaging in scholarly research activity.
• Research may involve the publication of articles, books, book reviews, grant-supported inquiry, or editorial work (see Promotion and Tenure Procedures at KU, Spring 2017).

 Service 10%

• Engages in service to the Libraries, the University and to professional organizations by participating in committee work, projects, and other contributory achievements.

Required Qualifications

1. ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent from a foreign institution by date of appointment.
2. One year of experience with one or more digital scholarship methods, as demonstrated through  professional experience or coursework, which may include but are not limited to: digital exhibits, digital  archives, data visualization, text analysis, digital storytelling, network analysis, text encoding as evidenced in the application.

Required Qualifications

-Master’s degree in library and information science or a related field.
-Proven experience in managing digital library and preservation programs or related digital initiatives in an academic or research library setting.
-Proficiency with software tools and platforms used for managing, preserving, and delivering long term access to digital collections.
-Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively troubleshoot technical issues related to digital libraries and preservation.
-Demonstrated experience working with APIs, data interoperability, and integrating digital collections into various systems and platforms.
-Strong understanding of data management and digital preservation principles, encompassing data integrity, authenticity, and long-term access.
-Knowledge of current emerging technologies and trends in the field of digital preservation.
-Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
-Ability to contribute to the development and pursuit of a research agenda pursuant with requirements for promotion and continued appointment in the University Libraries

Preferred Qualifications

-Success in grant writing and securing funding for digital library and preservation initiatives.
-Experience with AWS or other cloud-based digital library and preservation systems, showcasing proficiency in leveraging cloud technologies for managing and preserving digital content.
-Demonstrated expertise in managing digital content digitization and preservation workflows, including knowledge of best practices, emerging technologies, and compliance with Federal
Agencies Digital Guidelines Initiative (FADGI) requirements.
-Strong understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues related to digital content, ensuring compliance and appropriate use of materials in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines.

Appointment Type

A/P Faculty, Assistant Professor, regular full-time appointment

From the announcement (For best consideration, please apply by 7/28/2023. This position will remain open until filled):

The University of New Mexico College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences (CUL&LS) seeks a collaborative, service-oriented, and innovative Humanities Librarian to support a dynamic library system with a strong outreach and instruction program. The successful candidate will be passionate about information literacy, enthusiastic about teaching, and committed to the ethical and equitable access, use, and creation of information by learners at all levels.

This is a full-time, 12-month tenure track faculty position with a minimum hiring salary of $62,000 and generous benefits. Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. Faculty rank, tenure status, and salary are negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Prioritizing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization, CUL&LS strongly encourages interested candidates who are members of marginalized groups to apply.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Instruction & Outreach in the University Libraries, the Humanities Librarian is an engaged and collaborative member of the Learning & Outreach Services unit. Members of this unit lead the Libraries’ efforts to develop critical users of information and steward collections. The Humanities Librarian will:

• Serve as the Libraries’ specialist for the humanities, focusing on instruction, research assistance, and collection development for departments including History; Spanish & Portuguese; Languages,
• Cultures, and Literatures; Philosophy; and others as assigned;
• Engage with emerging information and instructional technologies, as well as facilitate research and projects in the humanities;
• Keep current with digital humanities projects and tools;
• Proactively build relationships and partnerships with students, faculty, and staff in the undergraduate and graduate humanities programs;
• Support efforts to advance JEADI (Justice, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion) and contribute to related initiatives in CUL&LS and the University;
• Design, implement, and assess library instructional services, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning opportunities, instruction sessions and workshops, and other approaches, with specific attention to the research methodologies used by humanities scholars;
• Work collaboratively with UNM colleagues to implement approaches, services, systems, and strategies to engage with scholars during all phases of the research process: research design, discovery, analysis, and publication;
• Contribute to unit and CUL&LS priorities;
• Meet librarianship and teaching, scholarship, and service requirements for promotion and tenure as detailed in the UNM Faculty Handbook and the CUL&LS Promotion and Tenure Guidelines.
• Working some evenings and weekends is required.

The University Environment

UNM Land Acknowledgement: Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache – since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.

UNM is a Tier I Research Institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and the flagship university in a majority-minority state. To support UNM’s diverse campus constituents and colleagues, CUL&LS affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully. These commitments include supporting the University and CUL&LS JEADI initiatives, the CUL&LS Anti-Racism statement, and CUL&LS Strategic Priorities, which explicitly indicates we will “Apply a JEADI lens (Justice, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion) to cultivate a safe and welcoming environment and culture for our employees, students, and users.”

UNM is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Center for Research Libraries, and the Greater Western Library Alliance, and leads the LIBROS Consortium of seventeen academic libraries in New Mexico. The CUL&LS is comprised of the University Libraries, an academic degree-granting unit (Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences), and the University of New Mexico Press. The UNM Libraries contain over 3.5 million volumes and include three libraries: Centennial Science & Engineering Library, Fine Arts & Design Library, and Zimmerman Library (humanities, social sciences, business, and education). Zimmerman Library houses the Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections. UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.

Why Albuquerque? https://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/

Qualifications
Education and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• A master’s degree earned from an ALA-accredited library/information sciences program or equivalent OR a terminal degree in a humanities or related field by the start date.

Preferred (Desired) Qualifications:

• College course work or experience in a humanities field appropriate to the position;

• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience conducting library outreach and engagement with students, faculty, and campus collaborators to support research and instructional endeavors;

• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience teaching information literacy concepts and trends (e.g., the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy);

• Familiarity with digital humanities projects;

• Ability to communicate in Spanish, Portuguese, an Indigenous language of the Southwest, or a language supported by the LCL (Languages, Cultures, and Literatures) department (https://lcl.unm.edu/);

• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team;

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

From the announcement:

Job:

Associate Director or Senior Associate Director, Digital Humanities Center

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Faculty Director of the Digital Humanities Center (DHC), this position provides leadership and coordination in the strategic planning and implementation of policies, systems, programs, and services to support the DHC’s mission.

The Associate Director’s responsibilities include designing, implementing, and assessing Center services and programming that enable transformative digital humanities pedagogy and research at Barnard. The AD collaborates with faculty on implementing DH methods into specific courses, develops and leads workshops for digital humanities methods and tools, and partners with other Centers and BLAIS staff on shared programs such as the Thinking Digitally Summer Institute. The AD supports a portfolio of digital humanities research projects and works with BLAIS colleagues to provide infrastructure, maintenance, and preservation of digital humanities scholarship. The AD oversees all DHC operations including the budget, digital infrastructure, workflows, programming, and staff (currently 1 Post-Baccalaureate Fellow, and graduate and undergraduate student workers.)

We may fill the role as Associate Director or as Senior Associate Director, depending on experience.

The DHC is housed in the Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning along with Barnard’s other Academic Centers and the Barnard Library and Academic Information Services (BLAIS.)

Each of the Academic Centers supports the internal instructional mission of the College–by training students and faculty in the use of technologies, methods, and instructional practices–and promotes external-facing programming and community engagement that explore trends and academic research within their respective domains of expertise.

Job Description:

Essential Duties

• Develops and leads services to train and support students and faculty in digital humanities methodologies and approaches, e.g., text analysis, timelines, mapping, data visualization, digital archives, etc.
• Consults with faculty to introduce and build digital humanities skills and assignments into their courses, especially in support of the Thinking Technologically and Digitally foundations requirement.
• Coordinates the annual Thinking Digitally Summer Institute, a multi-center collaboration that supports a cohort of Barnard faculty to create or transform a digital assignment.
• Leads and empowers a high-performing team, including supervising, training, and mentoring the Post-Baccalaureate Fellow and undergraduate and graduate student workers.
• Forges strong relationships and collaborations with Centers and BLAIS staff that result in dynamic and generative digital humanities scholarship, pedagogy, and programming.
• Builds inclusive and resilient communities of learning among Barnard faculty and students through DHC programs.
• Designs sustainable workflows, processes, and documentation to support the ongoing work of the center.
• Manages the DHC budget and collaborates with DHC leadership to propose annual budgets in support of the center’s essential programs and services.
• Plans and implements solutions for the DHC’s digital infrastructure, in collaboration with colleagues in BLAIS, and provides digital humanities training and skill development for DHC staff and relevant BLAIS staff.
• Consults with faculty on digital humanities research projects, providing guidance on technology choices and project management.
• Represents the DHC in local, national, and/or international venues and promotes the work of the DHC at academic and/or professional conferences.

Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• In-depth knowledge of the field of digital humanities, including experience working on a range of digital humanities projects and in digital humanities classrooms.
• Highly effective in interpersonal relations, strong verbal and written communication, and a proven ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of budgeting procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and professional development.
• Proficiency with one or more digital humanities technologies and platforms. The portfolio currently includes Omeka, Scalar, WordPress, StoryMap, TimelineJS, CSS, HTML, and Trello.

Required Qualification Summary    

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and inclusive excellence, and an ability to connect with others and cultivate relationships based on mutual trust and respect and collegiality is required.
• An ALA-accredited graduate degree in library or information science and/or advanced degree in humanities discipline is required. Ph.D. preferred.
• For Associate Director: Minimum of 5 years’ progressive administrative leadership experience, including supervisory responsibilities, preferably in an academic library or digital scholarship or digital humanities center AND Minimum of three years’ experience teaching or supporting teaching at the collegiate level.
• For Senior Associate Director: 5-7 years’ progressive administrative leadership experience, including supervisory responsibilities, preferably in an academic library or digital scholarship or digital humanities center AND 5 or more years
• experience teaching or supporting teaching at the collegiate level.

Salary Ranges:

Associate Director (Grade 7) salary range is $77,250 – 85,821

Senior Associate Director (Grade 8) salary range is $89,314 – 93,000