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August 13, 2024

Publishing & Open Repository Administrator

• University of Tennessee Libraries
• Knoxville, TN

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Position: Publishing & Open Repository Administrator- University Libraries

Department: University Libraries, Research Impact & Open Access

Classification and market range: Exempt; MR12

Job Description:

We are seeking to fill a new Publishing and Open Repository Administrator position at the University of Tennessee Libraries. This role will oversee systems that ​​make the research of the University of Tennessee more accessible, useful, and open. Reporting to the Head of Research Impact and Open Access, this position will play a critical leadership role as the platforms we use will be under active development, including a transition to an open-source infrastructure. Facility in a programming language such as Python, Ruby, or JavaScript will be required in contributing to the development of the publishing services we offer.

This position manages the daily operations for the institutional repository and the journal publishing service and ensures an excellent user experience. These services are an important contribution to campus goals to promote UT scholarship and research worldwide and to increase our local and global impact. This position designs and develops service strategies, technical solutions, communication workflows and policies for the publishing services delivered by these systems. This position tests and assesses the success of these services. 

Administration of these platforms supports many different user types and activities, including administration, faculty, staff, students, journal editors, researchers, and journal contributors across campus and beyond. Success in this position depends on excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. It will be necessary to develop materials related to teaching and training on the use of these systems, as well as applying best practice standards to publishing workflows. This position works with a wide range of research projects, metadata, data, text, video, and output formats. 

The position independently identifies and resolves complex technical problems related to these platforms. Through active fostering feedback from stakeholders, data, and awareness of professional trends, this position will judge competing priorities and policies to deliver responsive products. This has primary responsibility for explaining complex concepts clearly and leading communication with internal groups, managing vendor relationships, and serving users at the institution and around the world. 

With key responsibilities in the areas of  institutional repository administration, publishing platform administration, and program and service development, this position will join the Research Impact and Open Access department and work collaboratively with multiple library departments in the development and delivery of publishing services.

To read the full the full announcement and position responsibilities, please see lib.utk.edu/employment/position/publishing-open-repository-administrator 

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in publishing, digital scholarship, or academic libraries.

Select Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Master’s Degree in library and information science or in an academic program with digital scholarship experience.
• Experience working with higher education, especially in working with researchers.
• 1-3 years experience working in publishing, digital scholarship, or academic libraries positions.
• Knowledge of repository and open publishing systems such as Fedora, DSpace, EPrints, Open Journal System, or Janeway.
• Knowledge of harvesting protocols and metadata standards as applied in academic journal  publishing and repository systems.
• Skills developing and applying technologies, standards, and best practices in digital scholarship and open publishing.
• Advanced skills in a programming language such as Shell, Python, Ruby, or JavaScript and developing data integrations using RESTful APIs..

To read the full the full announcement with position responsibilities, required qualifications, and the full list of preferred qualifications, please see  lib.utk.edu/employment/position/publishing-open-repository-administrator 

The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we put our principles of civility and community into action is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/belonging/.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Application Procedures

A background check is required prior to hiring.  In order to be considered for candidacy, you must submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications and a current resume.  

July 24, 2024

Digital Publishing and Repository Librarian

• IU Indianapolis University Library
• Indianapolis, IN

IU Indianapolis University Library, seeks a Digital Publishing and Repository Librarian to join its Center for Digital Scholarship (Center) in supporting researchers. This position is responsible for the management and maintenance of the institutional repository and open journal publishing program. The successful candidate will have broad knowledge of scholarly communication issues within higher education and experience in supporting open dissemination of research. This is a tenure-track position starting no earlier than September 3, 2024.

The Digital Publishing and Repository Librarian reports to the Director of the Center and works closely with colleagues within the Center and across the Library to support the open dissemination of research. The Center is a highly collaborative and motivated group of individuals focused on changing IU Indianapolis’s culture to adopt more open access knowledge practices through a variety of initiatives, services, and advocacy work.

Ranked among the top 100 most innovative schools by U.S. News and World Report, IU Indianapolis is an urban research and health sciences campus with 15 degree-granting schools and more than 375 academic programs. Located in downtown Indianapolis, a multicultural and affordable mid-sized city, the campus serves more than 25,000 students.

As the state’s premier urban research institution, IU Indianapolis is committed to being a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be someone interested in collaborating with others, flexible in their approach to solving problems, and with a desire to learn. There are multiple paths toward success in this position and each may look slightly different depending on the successful candidate’s interests and experience. We encourage you to communicate how your skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. University Library is especially interested in promoting an environment of diversity and excellence throughout the institution and encourages candidates who are committed to fostering diverse and inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the library’s coordinator for the institutional repository and open access journal publishing program
• Support compliance with the IU Indianapolis Open Access Policy
• Serve as library’s resource person for questions related to the institutional repository, open journals, and open routes for research dissemination generally
• Collaborate with Center librarians and staff on projects and initiatives that advance open access to knowledge created by IU Indianapolis researchers
• Support the shared work of the Center

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program or an equivalent degree
• Experience with digital publishing tools (e.g., DSpace, OJS)
• Broad knowledge of scholarly communication issues within higher education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to solve emerging and sometimes ambiguous problems
• Commitment to open knowledge, open access, or open research practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with faculty and other campus stakeholders
• Understanding of issues associated with intellectual property and copyright in an academic setting

About IU Indianapolis and University Library

IU Indianapolis, an urban-serving institution with a mission and a vision focused on both diversity and community engagement, has been the recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from Insight into Diversity (the nation’s oldest higher education diversity publication) for twelve consecutive years. The campus has been recognized in recent years by Forbes Magazine as the #3 best employer for women in the state among universities, and the #4 best employer for diversity in Indiana. University Library is a Power of Libraries award winner and home to numerous award-winning professionals.

University Library is looking for librarians who will support our commitment to engage with the wider educational community through performance, professional development and service that are inclusive of the rich diversity of our campus and our city. We seek candidates who will not only enhance our representational diversity but whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty.

IU Indianapolis condemns racism in all its forms and has taken an anti-racist stance that moves beyond mere statements to interrogating its policies, procedures, and practices. We hope to identify individuals who will assist in our mission to dismantle racism so that everyone has the opportunity to succeed at IU Indianapolis.

Compensation and Application

The minimum salary is $54,000, with additional funding for professional development and travel. Benefits include 22 vacation days, 10 paid holidays, health/dental insurance options, and retirement contributions of 10% to a Fidelity Investments retirement plan.  A start-up package includes $10,000 for moving and ongoing professional development expenses.

Deadline for applications is August 9, 2024. The position is available no sooner than September 3, 2024. Please forward a CV, contact information for four references (include name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address) and a letter of application discussing your ability to advance the library’s Strategic Priorities, and the individual strengths you will bring to the position. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/23493.

June 5, 2024

Sales and Marketing Manager

• University of Tennessee
• Knoxville, TN

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sales & Marketing Manager plays a pivotal role in driving the success of the University of Tennessee Press’s publishing program. The Sales & Marketing Manager plans, implements, and manages strategic sales & marketing efforts across a front list of 35–40 titles per year and a backlist of more than 1,000 titles. The Sales & Marketing Manager is a dynamic and experienced professional who can collaborate with cross functional teams, authors, and vendors to promote UT Press’s books and strengthen its brand presence in the market. The Sales & Marketing Manager reports to the Director of the Press. Since its founding in 1940 as the state’s book publisher, the primary mission of the University of Tennessee Press has been to support and enhance the University’s place as a major research institution by publishing both outstanding works of scholarship by writers throughout the world and books of interest to general readers. In support of its mission, the Press publishes titles in many disciplines, including anthropology, American history—particularly related to the nineteenth century, American Civil War, and African Americans—Appalachian studies, sport & popular culture, and material culture. The Press is a member of the Association of University Presses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Marketing, Advertising, & Publicity:
  • Drive brand recognition & sales to library & education markets, bookstores (indie & major retailers), distributors, consumers, & gift/special markets
  • Create & develop strategic marketing plans, including strategies for marketing, advertising, exhibiting, & promoting individual books & the Press list as a whole
  • Create & execute print & digital marketing campaigns, collaborating with authors, Press Director, and Press Publicity & Promotions Coordinator
  • Develop comprehensive conference strategy for maximum sales & acquisitions potential
  • Oversee overall media strategy
  • Oversee design of promotional materials
  • Develop branded content (e.g., podcasts, eNews, blogs, shareable graphics, downloadable resources, & video trailers)
  • Develop digital strategy, including website, social media, email, SEO, PPC, & influencer partnerships
  • Ensure integration of marketing efforts with UT Libraries’ efforts
  • Oversee publicity & assist with events & conferences

• Sales:
  • Take the lead in setting ambitious sales goals that drive growth & success
  • Through in-depth analysis of historical trends, market conditions, & industry forecasts, forecast future sales performance
  • Present seasonal lists to commissioned sales representatives, highlighting titles that will sell in reps’ respective regions and advocating for Tennessee’s list as a top priority for reps.
  • Manage booth/sales at conferences, ensuring captivating booth setup & coordinating the logistics of staffing & materials
  • Represent press for Ingram, Indie Next, & other house accounts
  • Through targeted marketing efforts, strategic partnerships, and innovative lead generation strategies, identify and engage potential customers
  • Analyze data & trends to identify opportunities & threats

• Management & Leadership:
  • Manage publicity & promotions coordinator and commissioned sales representatives
  • Build relationships & practice active listening with authors, with an eye toward understanding author’s target markets and leveraging their networks to create effective marketing campaigns
  • Lead strategic sales & marketing efforts
  • Collaborate with leadership on strategic vision, goals, and budgets

• Administrative/Operations:
  • Develop & maintain marketing budget
  • Analyze ROI on marketing to evaluate & shape marketing program, sharing insights & campaign results with stakeholders
  • Prepare reports on marketing performance for library administration
  • Assist acquisitions process by analyzing & reporting on marketability of potential projects

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least two years of progressively responsible experience marketing scholarly, trade, or college books, or related experience.
• Proven experience marketing academic, trade, and/or textbooks in the publishing industry or a related field, with strong understanding of the publishing industry.
• In-depth knowledge of marketing principles, trends, and best practices.
• Proficient in digital marketing channels, including social media, SEO, email marketing, and content management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling marketing content.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and staying up-to-date with industry trends.

Preferred

• Supervisory experience or experience providing work direction.
• Knowledge of trends and current issues in academic publishing, including electronic publishing, print-on-demand, and Open Access.

The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we put our principles of civility and community into action is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/belonging/.

Application Procedures

A background check is required prior to hiring.  In order to be considered for candidacy, you must submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications and a current resume.  

For assistance or questions about using the UT online application system, contact University of Tennessee Human Resources:

105 Student Services Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-0213

Office Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(865) 974-6642