Senior Research Assistant -12 Month Project Archivist
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Four years specialized training in library science
Experience with digitization projects
Knowledge of metadata creation and marc cataloging
This temporary full-time position funded by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant will end in December 2027
Job Summary
This temporary full-time position funded by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant will end in December 2027.
The Archivist is responsible for collecting metadata, coordinating shipments, and implementing quality reviews for over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers.
Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with vendors and institutional staff.
Matching Summary
This temporary full-time position funded by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant will end in December 2027.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Four years specialized training in library science
Experience with digitization projects
Knowledge of metadata creation and MARC cataloging
Ability to lift 40 lbs
Valid Arkansas driver's license
Nice-to-have
Understanding of OCR output optimization
Experience with grant management
Knowledge of Arkansas history
Familiarity with HTML and XML
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Key Requirements
Formal education equivalent of high school diploma
Four years specialized training in library science or archival field
Valid Arkansas driver's license required
Pre-employment criminal background check required
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States