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November 18, 2021

Open Scholarship Librarian

  • New York University Libraries
  • New York, NY

Description

New York University Libraries is seeking a faculty librarian to support the open scholarship, digital publishing, and repository needs of research and teaching across a wide range of social sciences, humanities, and sciences fields at NYU. This individual works in a unit that includes the Scholarly Communications and Information Policy and Digital Scholarship Services departments as part of a team working to grow and sustain a constantly evolving set of services that supports researchers across the full scholarly communication lifecycle, including content creation, preservation, and storage; rights management; and content discovery and dissemination.

The Open Scholarship Librarian plays a key role in developing and implementing a broad-ranging outreach and education program for digital publishing and repository services for NYU. They work in close collaboration with other specialists to promote tools and services in support of Open Access and Open Scholarship, such as the institutional repository, ORCID Identifiers, and Digital Object Identifiers; to identify and document workflow best practices for the curation and management of digital collections and digital publishing projects, including collections such as electronic theses and dissertations; and to instruct researchers in navigating rights and access issues.This person works collaboratively with Liaison and instruction librarians, technologists, metadata architects, preservation specialists, and developers within NYU Libraries to maintain and improve systems for description, storage, discovery, rights management, and access to digital content held within the institutional repository.

The Open Scholarship Librarian participates in library-wide committees, activities, and special projects, especially those involving new methodologies and scholarly communication practices, especially as they relate to open access and open scholarship. They will develop and maintain awareness of scholarly communication initiatives across subject areas, attending professional meetings, workshops and conferences for training and continuing professional development. As a member of the Scholarly Communications and Information Policy department, this position reports to the Director of Scholarly Communications and Information Policy and operates in close coordination with the Scholarly Communications Librarian, Digital Scholarship Services, Data Services, Preservation and Conservation, and Digital Library Technology Services.

Research

Faculty Librarians also explore their own active research agenda, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in their chosen areas. The Open Scholarship Librarian will be well positioned to make substantive contributions to research in a number of areas, including, but not limited to, explorations of the role that libraries play in cultivating an open research culture and leveraging that culture to promote more inclusive equitable, and ethical research and publication practices; the collaborative establishment of non-commercial online resources and practices; the role of libraries in creating necessary technological systems that enable equitable access to online information; the consideration of biases within the terminology, architecture, and encoding of these systems; and the ethical and privacy considerations that arise in an era of mass data collection.

NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative
NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link.

This particular position is part of our Building STEM for the Public Good: Cultivating Openness in the Sciences cluster. Bringing together expertise in data discovery, data curation and organization, open-access scholarship, and STEM engagement, this cluster will bring a key set of library and information science perspectives and theoretical underpinnings to heighten the impact of work already occurring across the university in the fields of education, data journalism, information and technology policy, data science, and more. The positions in this cluster build on a rich tradition of libraries centering the public good in technology development, selection, policy, and implementation, not only to facilitate access to a range of technologies, but also to bring a critical lens to their inherent limitations and biases.

About NYU Libraries
The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ a​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​and equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBEA, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism.

Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Minimum one graduate degree (master’s level or higher) for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required for tenure.
  • Academic or professional experience in scholarly communication principles and practices, such as copyright and fair use, open access, digital publishing, and repository management.
  • Ability to work effectively with patrons and colleagues in a collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrated ability or interest in conducting teaching, consultations, and outreach to a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Strong public service orientation.
  • Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility.

Preferred:

  • Experience providing repository and digital publishing outreach, education, and services in a large, research-intensive academic setting.
  • Familiarity with digital repository technology and trends.
  • Experience with navigating issues relating to copyright, fair use, and rights management.
  • Reference/consultation, teaching, and/or outreach experience in an academic library.
  • Experience working across organizational boundaries and managing complex stakeholder groups to move projects forward.

Application Instructions

We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit (see https://apply.interfolio.com/98688) your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references. NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by December 6, 2021.

November 17, 2021

Managing Editor-Writer, Library Services

  • Missouri State University
  • Springfield, MO

Missouri State University is accepting applications for MANAGING EDITOR-WRITER, LIBRARY SERVICES.

Responsibilities: The Managing Editor-Writer, Library Services uses invention, imagination, originality, and talent to develop, write, and edit materials for print and electronic publications for MSU Libraries and Ozarks Studies Institute, which may include, but are not limited to books, including both monographs and compilations; bi-annual publication of OzarksWatch magazine; bi-annual publication of the E-Journal of Public Affairs; short pieces for LibNotes, the weekly e-newsletter of the MSU Libraries; and other types of written pieces for various purposes of the MSU Libraries, such as the Libraries’ annual report. The Managing Editor-Writer works closely with other employees of the MSU Libraries concerning content, publishing platforms and processes (both print and electronic), and other matters related to producing and publishing these types of content. The Managing Editor-Writer, Library Services also cultivates and sustains relationships with authors, content creators, graphic designers, and others in the general field of publishing. The Manager Editor-Writer, Library Services contributes to other programs and initiatives of the MSU Libraries.

For required qualifications and application procedures: https://jobs.missouristate.edu.  Pay Grade: 42. Salary Range: $42,000-$48,000\ann. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Complete details at: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/58606.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.  EO/AA/M/F/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer and institution.

November 17, 2021

Open Access Librarian

  • Emory University
  • Atlanta, GA

The Emory University Libraries seek an Open Access Librarian to contribute to our growing scholarly communications program and to further our commitment to open access (OA) and open educational practices (OEPs). The ideal candidate will be someone who is interested in helping us develop innovative approaches to OA and OEP outreach, promotion, and education; who shares the Libraries’ commitment to social justice; who is committed to student and faculty success; and who is able to work successfully in a collaborative environment.

Application Procedures

Interested candidates should review the applications requirements and apply online at apply.interfolio.com/97307.

Applications may be submitted as Word or PDF attachments and must include:

  1. Current resume/vita detailing education and relevant experience;
  2. Cover letter of application describing qualifications and experience; and
  3. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are a central focus of our work at Emory Libraries and across our campus, and the incumbent for this position will need to communicate how open access and open educational practices affect social justice/DEI issues. Please write a statement of no more than 500 words addressing this topic and describe how your DEI values serve as a foundation for this work.
  4. On a separate document list the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 professional references including a current or previous supervisor.

Deadline extended! Candidates applying by December 31, 2021, will receive priority consideration.  Review of applications will continue until position is successfully filled. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applications and nominations from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans.

November 1, 2021

Associate University Librarian for Publishing, Preservation, Research, and Digital Access

  • University of Delaware
  • Newark, DE

The University of Delaware Library seeks an innovative, service-oriented leader. Reporting to the Vice Provost for Libraries and Museums, this position directs the Library’s programs, policy, and outreach in the areas of publishing, scholarly communication, and open access. In addition, the position provides leadership in developing digital scholarship, research data curation and services and other emerging forms of scholarship in a rapidly evolving research landscape. The University of Delaware Press is an important part of the Scholarly Publishing and Research program.

Major responsibilities include:

  • Provide leadership for the design, development, management and support of current and emerging, library-based digital initiatives. Work collaboratively with library staff, university faculty and staff, campus Information Technologies, as well as external national vendors and library partners. Establish criteria of excellence and effectiveness for all aspects of the Library’s digital initiatives.
  • Lead or co-lead relevant campus-wide investigation of research data services and needs, in partnership with the Research Office, UD IT, and faculty. Provide recommendations to improve campus-wide infrastructure and services for research data management, access, curation, and preservation.
  • Provide campus-wide leadership and serve as primary spokesperson for the Library’s digital strategies and services to faculty, staff, students, and other library users. Advance development of digital humanities initiatives and open access on campus.
  • Provide strategic direction for Scholarly Publishing and Research division, administer divisional budget and human resources, including exempt and nonexempt positions, as well as student assistants.
  • Lead the design, development, management, and support of current and emerging library-based digital initiatives, repository services, scholarly communication, and research data services.
  • Serve as a member of the Library Executive Council, the senior management group responsible for library-wide planning, policy-making, budget and resource allocation, faculty and student relations, and the implementation and evaluation of programmatic activities. Participate in strategic planning and problem solving.
  • Represent the University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press in scholarly publishing, research-focused, and digital initiatives within the University and at related regional and national meetings, including the Digital Library Federation.

Qualifications:

  • Master degree from an ALA-accredited graduate school, or a relevant advanced degree and seven to ten years of progressively responsible management experience (preferably in an academic or research library).
  • Experience building scholarly communications and publishing programs in academic institutions. Awareness of current trends and best practices in scholarly communication, publishing and research in higher education.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Open Access.
  • Strong technology aptitude with substantial experience designing and/or managing library systems (such as digital rights management systems, institutional repositories, and digitization services). Record of successful technology program leadership including evidence of innovative approaches to projects and services.
  • A broad view of issues in libraries and higher-education and a flexible approach to problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and antiracist educational environment and workplace and to furthering organizational equity, inclusion, and accessibility goals. Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
  • Demonstrated analytic, quantitative, planning and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills with public speaking experience.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with proven record of fostering productive collaborations among individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
  • Experience supervising, developing, and mentoring scholarly communicationprofessionals.
  •  Evidence of continuing participation in professional and scholarly activities.

General Information: The University of Delaware Library is committed to student success, scholarly research and inclusive excellence. The Library is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. The Library collaborates with strategic campus partners to achieve these priorities, as well as with national professional organizations including the Association of Research Libraries, Center for Research Libraries, Coalition for Networked Information, Council on Library and Information Resources, Digital Library Federation, OCLC Research Partnership, SPARC, HathiTrust, the National Digital Stewardship Alliance, the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM) and the ACRL Diversity Alliance. More information about the Library is available at http://www.udel.edu/library.

Benefits: 22 vacation days. Choice of 403B retirement plan with 11% of salary contributed by the University. Tuition remission for dependents and spouses, and course fee waiver for employee. Full information about University of Delaware benefits is available at: http://www.udel.edu/Benefits/

To Apply: Include cover letter and resume, along with the names and contact information of three employment references, following University of Delaware application instructions at http://www.udel.edu/udjobs/.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Employment offers will be conditioned upon successful completion of a criminal background check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude you from employment. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members and Women. The University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.htm

October 26, 2021

Digital Publishing Coordinator

  • University of Michigan
  • Ann Arbor, MI

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Library is one of the world’s largest academic research libraries and serves a vibrant university community that is home to 19 schools and colleges, 100 top ten graduate programs, and annual research expenditures approaching $1.5 billion a year. To enable the university’s world-changing work and to serve the public good, the library collects, preserves, and shares the scholarly and cultural record in all existing and emerging forms, and leads the reinvention of the academic research library in the digital age.

The library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the library’s mission.

The Digital Publishing Coordinator is primarily responsible for the project management, performance, and completion of digital publishing projects, including overseeing the publication of journal issues, books, and digital projects.  They will be responsible for preparing and producing scholarly content for publication online and in print. The Coordinator will need to be a good team player with demonstrated time- and project-management skills and be able to solve many common problems independently, and is committed to improving efficiency and responsiveness both within and outside the department. This position reports to the Director of Publishing Services.

Responsibilities*

  • Work with a wide variety of vendors and publishing partners to manage complex and varied publication workflows and schedules to ensure timely completion of multiple projects.

  • Review manuscripts for completeness and potential issues prior to production.

  • Create and maintain internal project documentation and records.

  • Create and maintain project metadata in existing systems.

  • Coordinate tasks with other team members, delegating simpler tasks to student employees when appropriate.

  • Prepare and validate materials for online publication in digital formats such as EPUB, XML, and PDF, in addition to print formats.

  • Work with members of the Publishing Technology team to ingest, release, and troubleshoot digital publications.

  • Proofread for obvious structural, grammatical, or stylistic errors.

  • Plan and participate in educational workshops and other outreach activities, including occasional conference presentations.

  • Contribute to library-wide initiatives as a member of relevant task forces and committees.

Required Qualifications*

  • Experience managing projects, prioritizing among multiple projects, and meeting deadlines.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a professionally diverse environment.

  • Ability to work independently and make timely decisions.

  • Strong computer literacy skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

  • Ability to organize workflow; both write and follow documentation.

  • Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.

  • Understands and values diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization.

Desired Qualifications*

  • Bachelor’s degree.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe InDesign.

  • Previous experience with digital publishing production or editorial processes.

  • Experience working with XML, HTML, or another markup language.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan offers excellent benefits and wellness opportunities. This position receives 12 days of vacation a year, and 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits, as well as opportunities for professional development and travel. TIAA-CREF and Fidelity Investments retirement options are available.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

  • The person in this position occasionally moves through the building to attend meetings/events and ascend/descend short flights of stairs to different floors of the building.

  • During COVID-19, the Michigan Publishing team is primarily working remotely, but a return to predominantly in-person working is expected once public health guidelines permit. While access to a personal Internet connection is desirable, U-M Library provides support and resources for remote work needs.

October 5, 2021

Associate Dean for Collections & Discovery

  • Clemson University
  • Clemson, South Carolina

Clemson University Libraries seeks an innovative, collaborative, and inclusive leader to serve as our inaugural Associate Dean for Collections and Discovery. The successful candidate will set the vision and strategic directions for the new division and direct the Libraries’ overall collection strategy – planning, developing, interpreting, and implementing policies and procedures related to the acquisition, description, and discovery of scholarly and cultural heritage resources in a variety of formats. Approximately 40 faculty and staff will be part of this new division, working in the following departments: Acquisitions (including print, e-resources, and continuing resources purchasing and management; resource sharing; and collection development); Metadata Services; Digitization, and Special Collections and Archives. The successful candidate would be one of three new associate deans who will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Libraries and setting the Libraries strategic directions as a member of its Senior Leadership Team. This is a 12-month administrative faculty position, with faculty rank and status.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing collections strategy for the sustainable delivery of inclusive scholarly resources to meet the needs of the university, while also managing and supporting the development of 9 direct reports and overseeing a collections budget of $9 million. Among many other important duties, the Associate Dean will develop a focused program of high-quality research and creative accomplishments, consistent with professional responsibilities and the Libraries’ mission and goals.

Qualifications:

The required qualifications for the position include and ALA-accredited graduate degree, at least five years of management/supervisory experience in progressively responsible positions in an academic library, work experience in at least one of the division’s four departments, and a record of professional librarianship, research/scholarship, and service that would merit tenure at the Associate Librarian rank or higher.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in personnel, budget, and project management, knowledge of R1 library collections or special collections, and evidence of competence in strategic planning and organizational development. Additional ideal qualities include a second graduate or other advanced degree, and experience with Ex Libris’ Alma Library Services Platform (LSP) and Primo VE discovery system.

Salary & Benefits

Faculty rank and a minimum salary of $95,000 based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Various medical plans, dental plans, and retirement plans are available. 18 days annual leave, 15 days sick leave, 13 paid holidays, and liberal professional development leave are provided. Library faculty receive an individual stipend for travel or other professional development activity.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit their CV, cover letter, and names and contact information for three professional references via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/93779. The deadline for full consideration is October 15, 2021.

September 30, 2021

Open Scholarship Librarian

  • Syracuse University
  • Syracuse, NY

The Syracuse University Libraries Department of Research and Scholarship (DRS) invites applications from creative and inquisitive individuals to join our Digital and Open Scholarship Team in the role of Open Scholarship Librarian. DRS is home to the subject, research data, and collection development and analysis librarians in the Syracuse University Libraries. The department supports the research, teaching, scholarship, and creative work of the Syracuse University community through collection development, information literacy instruction, and research services. The department’s librarians represent the interests of schools and colleges in developing dynamic library collections and services to advance the success of the University community. Four functional teams within DRS (Collections, Research Impact, Subject Instruction, and Digital & Open Scholarship) collaborate to emphasize collections, services, and programming within their areas of focus and among their constituencies.

Within this structure, the Digital and Open Scholarship Team (comprised of the Lead Librarian for Digital and Open Scholarship, the Research Data Services Librarian, and the Open Scholarship Librarian) fosters and supports innovative uses of digital technology through:

  • Assisting patrons in meaningful, ethical, and insightful engagement with data in all facets of their work
  • Providing expert guidance in contemporary scholarly communications issues including authors’ rights, open access, and new modes of publishing
  • Providing opportunities for connection and support among digital scholarship communities across campus and beyond

The Open Scholarship Librarian will collaborate with internal and external partners to create and maintain policies and workflows relating to publishing and dissemination of scholarship.  This role involves shared responsibility for the SURFACE repository, guiding the cross-departmental team that supports the repository, and providing outreach and support to users of the repository with the help of subject liaison librarians. The Open Scholarship Librarian will additionally provide consultation on matters of open access publishing, archiving of scholarly pre- and post-prints, and other areas of authors’ rights.

For over a decade, librarians in the Department of Research and Scholarship have provided leadership and supported open scholarship initiatives on campus though outreach, research, and repository work at Syracuse University. DRS librarians will support the Open Scholarship Librarian’s work through collaboration, relationship building, mentorship, and the Libraries’ many opportunities for professional development will offer additional support.

Syracuse University Libraries are undertaking multiple concurrent searches for positions in support of our Digital Library Program (DLP). The Open Scholarship Librarian will be joined by three new positions in the Department of Digital Stewardship to complete a new cohort of professionals focused on strategic administration of DLP collections and services.

A complete and detailed job description for the role, with instructions on how to apply can be found here: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/88489

The Syracuse University Libraries is dedicated to an inclusive and equitable workforce. We are fully committed to hiring and developing diverse talent and believe deeply in equity, diversity of race/ethnicity, gender identity, abilities, veteran status, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We are committed to reducing physical barriers in the workspace and ensuring that all applicants and employees receive reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of any given role. We strongly encourage those who share these values to apply and welcome applicants with a range of experience and qualifications.

We welcome applications for the position at the ranks of Assistant Librarian and Senior Assistant Librarian. The minimum starting salaries for all librarian ranks at Syracuse University are:

  • Assistant Librarian: $50,000/year
  • Senior Assistant Librarian: $55,000/year
  • Associate Librarian: $65,000/year
  • Librarian: $75,000/year

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, October 11.

September 14, 2021

Digital Publishing Specialist

  • Atla

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and supporting a variety of digital publishing initiatives involving Association members, peer organizations, and other collaborative partners and that benefit the work of religious and theological libraries and support expanded access to scholarship, collections, and other resources in religion and theology. These initiatives include the Atla Open Press, LibGuides, Omeka Exhibits for the Atla Digital Library, and other collaborative projects focused on the production, discovery, and access of publications and resources, including open educational resources, in religion and theology.

This position will primarily coordinate Atla’s open access publishing program, including managing and supporting the editorial workflows and providing final output production support for Atla Open Press’s monograph and journal publishing programs. This position also evaluates, implements, and optimizes platform feature sets to ensure consistency, functionality, and usability. The person in this role will develop documentation and training to support editor, author, and copyeditor usage of the publishing platforms as well as coordinate and ensure accurate delivery of publishing program data to third party discovery and access portals such as CrossRef and DOAJ. This position liaises with member editors, authors, copyeditors, and strategic partners to ensure that workflows are followed or are adapted as needed to ensure quality scholarly output and to support member engagement in digital publishing processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage the publishing program workflow by providing training to editors, authors, copyeditors, and others who interact with the publishing program platforms, answering participant questions and managing expectations, monitoring the publication timelines to ensure timely delivery of content to Atla staff and contractors, and ensuring documentation and guidelines are current and accessible.
  • Completion of layout and production of Atla Open Press publications utilizing Adobe InDesign and Illustrator in EPUB, PDF, and HTML formats as required.
  • Evaluate and make recommendations on feature implementation and utilization of Atla Open Press’s open source publishing platforms, including development and support of workflows in XML / XLST or JSON, as well as support development of multi-modal scholarship forms, to ensure efficiency, consistency, and standardization across all platforms and publications.
  • Support the implementation of the publishing program platforms during periods of software upgrades through communication with software developers, Atla IS staff, and users of the publishing program platforms and update workflows and documentation as needed to reflect changes brought about by upgrades.
  • Work with curators of online exhibits to develop their content for display in Omeka, including providing content and copyediting support and assisting with verification of citations and rights clearance.
  • Support marketing and outreach to potential editors, authors, readers, libraries, archives, and other content collectors and creators to create awareness, participation, authorship, citation, and participation in the digital publishing initiatives of the Association.
  • Create documentation including guidelines, protocols, and best practices for the digital publishing programs.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of publishing standards and best practices, library-oriented open-source platforms, established and emerging technologies, and both national and international projects and programs within the realm of library and open access publishing.
  • Network, collaborate, and participate in organizations and groups regarding digital and open access publishing.
  • Conduct periodic analyses of usage statistics of publishing program outputs and prepare reports to editorial boards.
  • Participate actively in appropriate professional societies and report on outcomes and work processes developed at occasional professional conferences.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or two to four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Computer skills required: Microsoft Office software suite or equivalent, Adobe InDesign and Illustrator or other desktop publishing and design software
  • Other skills required:
    • Two to four years employment experience and/or training related to digital publishing and usage of open-source publishing software.
    • Understanding of web technologies and workflows including HTML, CSS, XML/XLST or JSON, including web accessibility issues and best practices.
    • Familiarity with trends and best practices in open access publishing.
    • Experience working with editorial boards of scholarly publications.
    • Experience designing workflows and/or coordinating projects.
    • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
    • Excellent communication skills and dedication to collaborative team building across multiple institutions.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

  • MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited graduate school or equivalent degree.
  • Degree in a field of theology or religion or 3-6 years working in a religious or theological higher education environment such as a theological or religious studies library.
  • Experience working with the Public Knowledge Projects Open Journal Systems (OJS) and Open Monograph Publishing (OMP) platforms.
  • Experience working with Omeka.
  • Two years’ experience working in a library, cultural heritage organization, or affiliated educational, nonprofit, or professional organization.
  • Experience with proofreading and copyediting.
  • Reading, writing, or speaking skills in a second language.

Atla is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, disability, veteran, or military status, pregnancy, order of protection status, genetic information or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Atla is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Cember Beeson, HR Generalist, at cbeeson@atla.com or +1.872.310.4249.

This position is a full-time exempt remote position. Occasional travel will be required.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information about Atla, please visit our web site at: https://www.atla.com/

To apply please submit a cover letter, including contact information, a current resume or CV, and the names and contact information for three references to jobs@atla.com.