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Job Opening: Scholarly Communications Librarian – University of North Texas Libraries

jwinberry — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:09:06 +0000

SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Scholarly Communications Librarian will lead the UNT Libraries’ outreach efforts to faculty in support of scholarly publication innovations and reforms, act as the Libraries’ chief resource on copyright compliance, and supervise activities related to library reserves, Open Access efforts, and other local content reproduction and dissemination functions. The UNT Libraries are committed to the advancement of scholarly communication, particularly through emerging digital initiatives in repositories, scholarship, and publishing; this commitment is manifested in the creation of the new position of Scholarly Communication Librarian. The librarian exercises broad independent judgment and authority under the general direction of the Assistant Dean for Public Services, and with guidance from the Office of the Dean of Libraries. The librarian will serve on library and faculty committees and work groups. Duties may also include providing additional public services.

SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
· Develop and implement an educational program to increase awareness in the extended UNT community of copyright, Open Access, and other scholarly communication issues.
· Advise UNT faculty and serve as a library resource on copyright compliance issues related to e-reserves, fair use, and Open Access. Act as a resource on licensing policies.
· Serve as a campus advocate for Open Access to UNT scholarly works, speaking and writing about the issues in various UNT and national forums and publications
· Consult with and advise UNT faculty on publishing agreements, retention of right to deposit materials in the campus repository, and the process of placing materials on print or electronic reserve.
· Work in close consultation and cooperation with the Digital Libraries Division, specifically the Institutional Repository Librarian, the Library Liaisons Work Group, the UNT Office of General Counsel, and the Center for Learning Enhancement, Assessment, and Redesign.
· Monitor national copyright and intellectual property trends and policy issues.
· Develop and maintain the Libraries’ copyright advisory and reserves websites.
· Maintain, develop, and revise library policies and procedures related to copyright and reserves.
· Assist in implementation of the UNT campus Open Access policy, URL: http://policy.unt.edu/policydesc/open-access-self-archiving-and-long-term-digital-stewardship-university-north-texas-schol)
· May supervise student workers and/or Graduate Library Assistants.
· Foster positive relations with faculty, students, and staff and promote the University’s and Libraries’ commitment to diversity.
· Perform reference services, guest lectures, and serve on Library and University Committees as needed.
· Be active professionally and contribute to the developments in the field, especially in groups such as SPARC and COAPI (which UNT is a member of).

Minimum qualifications for the position:
· Education: Candidates with any of the following degrees will be considered: 1) ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information sciences, 2) a Juris Doctor, or 3) other post-baccalaureate degree that has prepared the candidate to be an authority in the area of scholarly communication.
· Demonstrated knowledge of copyright and other intellectual property issues in the academic environment.
· Evidence of leadership, entrepreneurship, and initiative.
· Strong oral and written communication skills.
· Ability to adjust priorities, take initiative, set goals, manage time wisely, and make quick effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
· Aptitude for thinking creatively and developing products and services, such as publications, training materials, workshops, conferences, and other tools relevant to scholarly communications, copyright, and fair use.
· Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish positive and productive collaborations with faculty.

Desired qualifications for the position:
· 3 years relevant experience, preferably in an academic library environment.
· Experience in preparing and delivering copyright instruction.
· Demonstrated proficiency with digital systems and software applications.
· Demonstrated contribution to the profession with scholarly publications and/or presentations and through contributions to professional organizations.

About UNT:
The University of North Texas is a student-focused public research university and the flagship of the UNT System offering 97 bachelor’s, 88 master’s and 40 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. UNT is one of Texas’ largest universities, has one of the most diverse student bodies in the country, and is the 33rd largest public university in the nation.

UNT is investing heavily in its growth as a major public research university and a key goal in its 5-year strategic plan is to provide superior graduate education, scholarship and artistic endeavors on par with the nation’s elite research universities. Known for its comprehensiveness, UNT is a diverse institution that is furthering its impact in science, engineering and nanotechnology while building on its foundation in the arts, education and business. As a university at the forefront of change, UNT provides a broad-based, student-focused education powered by award-winning faculty who unleash students’ potential and advisors and mentors who help guide and keep them on track in earning their degrees.

POSITION AVAILABLE: May 1, 2012. Applications will be reviewed until position is closed.

Librarian rank will be determined by the Library Personnel Affairs Committee through review of the selected candidate’s education, experience, scholarly and professional involvement, and service. Salary commensurate with experience. Complete information about Librarian rank can be found at http://www.library.unt.edu/administrativeoffice/employment/librarian/academic-ranks-for-librarians/

To apply, please submit a letter of application, vita, and names, addresses (e-mail address helpful if available), and phone numbers of at least three professional references to https://facultyjobs.unt.edu

The University of North Texas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution committed to diversity in its employment and educational programs, thereby creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

Announcing the New DLF Advisory Committee

jwinberry — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:35:54 +0000

The Board of Directors of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) has approved six members to serve on a new Advisory Committee for the Digital Library Federation (DLF) Program.

The committee will advise the DLF director on matters relating to program activities, initiatives, partnerships, and strategy. The committee comprises three CLIR Board members and three members of the DLF community, each of whom will serve a two-year term.

DLF Advisory Committee members are:

Stephen Rhind-Tutt: CLIR Board member and President, Alexander Street Press

David Rumsey: CLIR Board member; Founder, David Rumsey Map Collection; and President, Cartography Associates

Sarah Shreeves: Coordinator, IDEALS; and Co-coordinator, Scholarly Commons

Tito Sierra: Associate Director for Technology, Massachusetts Institute for Technology

Winston Tabb: CLIR Board member and Sheridan Dean of University Libraries and Museums, Johns Hopkins University

Jennifer Vinopal: Librarian for Digital Scholarship Initiatives, New York University

David Rumsey will serve as chair of the subcommittee.

“The new DLF Advisory Committee represents an important step for CLIR and our Board,” said CLIR President Charles Henry. “It combines the organizational knowledge and procedural strength of board members with the expertise and perspective of some of the leading figures in digital library development. Because DLF is involved with some of the more salient projects in the U.S. and overseas, the board will help provide direction and insight not just for DLF and CLIR, but for an emerging digital environment that is transformative for higher education, touching upon every aspect of scholarly communication in the pursuit of new knowledge and discovery.”

“I would like to thank the DLF community for its support and participation in the open nomination process to identify candidates, and to thank the 23 DLF community members on our slate of nominees who were willing to serve,” said DLF Program Director Rachel Frick. “I am excited to work with the DLF Advisory Committee as we chart the future of the DLF program.”

CLIR is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning. It aims to promote forward-looking collaborative solutions that transcend disciplinary, institutional, professional, and geographic boundaries in support of the public good. CLIR’s Digital Library Federation program aims to build and support a robust, engaged community whose members share an interest in advancing digital libraries.

And the winner is… Austin!

jwinberry — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:57:27 +0000

Save the date: Next year’s DLF Forum will be held November 4 – 6 in Austin, TX at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center!

Thank you to the DLF Community for participating in the 2013 DLF Forum Location Poll. Because the race was very close, we will consider the University Place Conference Center & Hotel in Indianapolis, IN as one of the options for the 2014 DLF Forum.

Details for the 2013 DLF Forum will be posted to the website as the planning process moves forward.

CLIR/DLF Data Curation Postdoctoral Fellowship

jwinberry — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:29:27 +0000

The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) has received a $679,827 grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to help launch a new CLIR/DLF Data Curation Fellowship Program. The program, an expansion of CLIR’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Academic Libraries, will provide recent Ph.Ds with professional development, education, and training opportunities in data curation for the natural and social sciences.

For the program’s first cohort, CLIR is now recruiting six data curation fellows in cooperation with its partner institutions: Indiana University, Lehigh University, McMaster University, Purdue University, the University of California Los Angeles, and the University of Michigan.

Information about the program and position descriptions are available at http://www.clir.org/fellowships/datacuration. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled, but no later than June 30, 2012.

Job Opening: Digital Preservation Programmer – University of North Texas Libraries

jwinberry — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:04:43 +0000

TITLE: Digital Preservation Programmer (IT Programmer Analyst II),
University of North Texas Libraries

Apply at: http://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57581

Reporting directly to the Dean of Libraries, this position leads the
technical development efforts for several major collaborative digital
preservation initiatives being separately funded by the National Endowment
for the Humanities (NEH), and the Institute of Museum and Library Services
(IMLS). The Chronicles in Preservation project (NEH), and the Lifecycle
Management of Electronic Theses and Dissertations project (IMLS) are
studying curation/preservation needs and workflows related to two types of
digital content of priority and importance to research libraries and
cultural heritage institutions—digital newspapers and Electronic Theses and
Dissertations (ETDs).

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position will implement and refine digital preservation software
systems and solutions in collaboration with extended project teams at
multiple institutions, develop and deploy a suite of tools, services, and
workflows for the curation and preservation of selected digital materials,
test and refine all project programming developments, install, maintain and
upgrade computer software on workstations and servers for purposes of
research and development, and provide assistance to project staff and
partners as appropriate for computer support of project-related research
and development. Other duties and tasks will be assigned and completed
accordingly. The incumbent in this position will possess strong software
engineering skills and enjoy thriving in a fast-paced environment of
change. This position will need an individual to have a strong service
orientation with a desire to stay abreast of leading technology information.

Minimum qualifications for the position:

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree with coursework
in computing or information systems and three years of progressively
responsible computer programming and analysis experience; or any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience. See position
description on http://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57581 for
full details on position qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit a resume, cover letter and three professional references with
the online application.

**Willing to consider applicants located in other cities that are able to
periodically come on campus for coordination of work assignments**

About UNT:

The digital library repository of the UNT Libraries is ranked in the top 10
repositories in North America. The University Libraries house print and
electronic collections of almost 6 million cataloged items, in five
libraries located in five separate facilities.

For more information, about our department and strategic vision please
visit our website at http://digital.library.unt.edu/

POSITION AVAILABLE: March 1, 2012. Applications will be reviewed until
position is closed.

To apply, please submit a letter of application, vita, and names, addresses
(e-mail address helpful if available), and phone numbers of at least three
professional references to
http://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=57581

The University of North Texas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Institution committed to diversity in its employment and educational
programs, thereby creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

Job Opening: Senior System Analyst/Programmer (PA3IT) – Indiana University

jwinberry — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:21:16 +0000

The Library Information Systems (LIS) team at Indiana University announces a position for a Senior Programmer/Analyst with a strong interest in Library enterprise information delivery services.

The LIS development team is part of University Information Technology Services, rated by Computerworld for the last two years as one of the top “100 Best Places to Work in IT.” We are located in a state-of-the-art energy efficient office complex built and operated on sustainability design principals. LIS supports and enhances Indiana University Libraries systems statewide and works on other collaborative development projects with library technology units. Indiana University Bloomington Libraries (http://www.libraries.iub.edu) are among the leading academic research libraries in North America, having recently been named the top university library by the Association of College and Research Libraries.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in such forward-looking projects as:

Redesign and programming of a next generation discovery layer to the IU Libraries catalog, based on Blacklight (Ruby on Rails) and Apache SOLR/Lucene technology.

Development and implementation of the new Kuali OLE collaborative project, an open-source library integrated management system built on the J2EE Kuali framework.

Collaborative product development within the library and academic open-source community.

Please apply directly to jobs.iu.edu (job #5697)

For more info please see: https://jobs.iu.edu/joblisting/index.cfm?jlnum=5697&search=2

Job Opening: Manager, Infrastructure and Applications Support – California Digital Library, University of California

jwinberry — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:56:59 +0000

Are you excited about supporting the building and creative use of the world’s scholarship and knowledge? Are you a strong IT technical manager who can meet the challenges of managing complex relationships, keeping technologies up-to-date and working with developers to support multiple development, staging and production environments?

About us
We do more than put information online. At the California Digital Library (CDL), we provide technology and expertise to help the University of California collect, publish, access, and preserve its full range of information resources. CDL takes a comprehensive approach to digital library development that balances experimentation with reliable production services strategy. We pursue simple, economical solutions to big challenges.

We manage and continuously improve server, storage, and network infrastructure for application development, staging, and production activities through partnerships with state-of-the-art data centers, Amazon Web Services, and others.

Our open-access publishing platforms help the brightest minds easily disseminate their findings and ideas, putting technology to work for the producers and consumers of new knowledge.

We make interactive library systems work well together, so our users find and access the information they need as quickly as possible.

We are actively building services to manage and preserve digital information of all kinds—from images to raw data to the deepest websites. Our curatorial approach to digital information helps scholars build on past discoveries to create new knowledge.

Learn more at CDL’s website.

Requirements
• BS in computer science, information management or a related field and 10+ years working in production environments with UNIX-based operating systems & software development that includes a minimum of five years in a supervisory capacity. Master’s degree preferred

• 5+ years information technology resource management experience including management of a team of high-level technical employees

• Proven experience managing & motivating skilled & knowledgeable staff in a technical environment

• Demonstrated experience negotiating arrangements leading to productive & sustainable IT “partner relationships” with data centers, vendors, and external IT infrastructure providers

• Demonstrated experience with technical project management

Preferred
• Knowledge and technical competence in the digital library and higher education domain

More information
https://jobs.ucop.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55094

Job Opening: Director of the Library Information Technology Office – Columbia University

jwinberry — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:54:07 +0000

The Columbia University Libraries/Information Services seeks an experienced professional to serve as the Director of the Library Information Technology Office (LITO). The incumbent will oversee the planning, implementation and operation of all aspects of Library management and related systems, staff and public computing, servers and storage systems. Many of the projects will require collaboration with other departments within Columbia’s Digital Program and Technology Services (DPTS) division as well as the Columbia University Information Technology Office. This position has four direct reports and a total staff of sixteen, along with an equipment budget of approximately $750,000. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Digital Programs and Technology Services, key responsibilities include:

Manage personnel, including recruitment, evaluation, training and development;

Oversee planning, implementation, configuration and ongoing support for the enterprise Library management system and related applications. Play lead role in vendor assessment and coordination;

Oversee desktop and administrative technology services, including networking, computing, peripherals and Help Desk. Administer technology budget, upgrades, and replacement cycles;

Oversees administration, planning and budget for Windows/Linux servers and storage for staff and public-facing applications and services. Oversees specialized applications and in-house development;

Play lead role in technology strategic planning, analysis and assessment;
Manage the development, implementation and maintenance of Information Services IT policies and procedures;

Keep up to date with latest technology trends as applicable to the organization;

Represent the Libraries in campus, regional and national meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 7 years of experience in related fields (or equivalent combination of education and experience); demonstrated management experience; demonstrated leadership, and organizational skills; strong knowledge of computer hardware, networking, systems admin., software tools and platforms to support commercial and custom software applications; experience working with servers, storage, desktop and laptop support, networking printing, help desk, & emerging trends in IT; strong written and verbal communication skills; strong service orientation.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in academic and/or library IT strongly preferred. Master’s degree in computer science or related field preferred.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1332172394314

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Job Opening: Data Acquisitions Librarian – Washington, DC

jwinberry — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:48:17 +0000

The Research Library at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is seeking a Data Acquisitions Librarian. The position is designed to meet the Board’s need for support in assessing, negotiating for, and acquiring data resources to meet time-sensitive research needs.

The Mission

As the central bank of the United States, the Federal Reserve’s mission is to provide the nation with a safer, more flexible, and more stable monetary and financial system. As a Federal Reserve staff member, you will play a critical role in accomplishing this mission.

The Environment

Research at the Federal Reserve Board is data intensive and time-sensitive. The Board licenses hundreds of data resources which must be managed closely to ensure that the information is the best match for the Board¹s business needs. In addition, the Board continues to explore new sources for data and research to make sure that the researchers and analysts have the most accurate and up-to-date financial and economic information possible. Many of the contracts for data involve multiple divisions at the Board; some are consortial agreements including the Federal Reserve Banks.

The Position

The librarian will work closely with two colleagues to manage the Board¹s portfolio of data resources. For a portfolio of specific data resources or subject areas, the librarian will conduct reference interviews to learn about new data needs, maintain relationships with key content vendors, negotiate both renewal of existing licenses and new licenses, arrange training, and assist managers with data and content budget projections.

The Data Acquisitions Librarian reports to the Chief Librarian; the position is non-supervisory.

The successful applicant will have an MLS degree and 2 or more years of experience in acquiring and managing data and electronic resources, in negotiating, and in reviewing agreements. The position requires impeccable attention to detail and the ability to manage competing projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, sound judgment, and initiative are required. The librarian should enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team while at the same time be able to work efficiently and effectively as an individual.

Specific knowledge of data and resources in the fields of business, banking, finance, and economics is desirable.

The position is being advertised at both the FR-24 ($61,450-$94,480) and FR-25 ($70,860-$112,580) levels. Additionally, the Board offers an attractive benefits package. The vacancy announcement and information on working at the Board can be found at the Board¹s website: http://www.federalreserve.gov/careers/default.htm

Job Opening: Senior Software Developer – Northwesten University

jwinberry — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:21:14 +0000

This is an exciting opportunity to develop digital repository software at Northwestern University.

JOB SUMMARY:
This position will work in a highly collaborative environment with Library colleagues and external partners on the analysis, design, coding and testing of software in order to explore, adapt, and implement emerging digital repository technologies–particularly in the areas of digital preservation, metadata, collections, discovery, and repository services.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designs, develops, implements, and maintains application code for use in in accordance with the Open Archival Information System reference model for use in support of a Fedora digital object repository.
- Collaborates with others inside and outside of the University on software projects facilitating open source contributions.
- Communicates with others to determine best areas of focus, requirements gathering, code review, and status updates.
- Applies system analysis techniques and procedures to determine technical specifications.
- Defines and implements programmatic interfaces with other systems in support of the repository.
- Prepares documentation to effect knowledge transfer of application systems and local software development.
- Ensures established data standards are supported for metadata management, business logic, digital preservation, data modeling and metadata workflow management.
- Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.
- Four to six years of development experience in an object-oriented development environment including experience with Web Services programming in a service-oriented architecture.
- Advanced web development experience with languages such as Java, PHP, Ruby, and/or Perl.
- Experience with XML parsing technologies, JavaScript, and object-oriented programming.
- Prior work with collaborative projects involving group software development.
- Knowledge of software development processes, requirements gathering, and bug tracking.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field.
- Prior development experience with workflow software
- Familiarity with authentication/credential systems such as Shibboleth, Active Directory, and/or LDAP.
- Experience with Library metadata standards such as METS, MODS, MARC, PREMIS, MIX, and/or Dublin Core.
- Knowledge of various types of audio, video, image, text, and other media formats.
- Knowledge of web server software including Apache and Tomcat in a Linux/Unix environment.
- Experience with database technologies (including MySQL, Oracle, and the SQL language) on enterprise level systems.
- Knowledge of MVC web development frameworks, particularly Ruby on Rails.
- Experience with repository software (such as DSpace, Greenstone, or Fedora).
- Current or prior involvement with open source software project(s), as either code contributor or maintainer.
- Experience with Library IT or IT in a higher education environment.

ENVIRONMENT:
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, is a major private university with an extensive library system. This includes the Northwestern University Library, three branch libraries on the Evanston Campus, and three libraries on the Chicago Campus. Northwestern University Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and participates in programs of the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC). The holdings of the libraries total over 4 million volumes. See more information about the Library at: <http://www.library.northwestern.edu/>.

SALARY:
Dependent on qualifications and experience.

TO APPLY:
Interested applicants need to apply online via Northwestern University’s eRecruit web site, referencing Job Opening ID #18743, at: <http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/jobs/>

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.