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 or archival field
Experience with metadata creation and marc cataloging
Ability to lift 40 lbs. with accommodations
This position is responsible for collecting metadata and coordinating the digitization of over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers for the Library of Congress Chronicling America site

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for collecting metadata and coordinating the digitization of over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers for the Library of Congress Chronicling America site.
  • The role involves implementing quality reviews of digital assets and assisting with project record keeping for the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
  • Benefits are eligible for this fixed-term contingent worker position governed by agency policy and state and federal laws.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for collecting metadata and coordinating the digitization of over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers for the Library of Congress Chronicling America site.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Four years specialized training in library science or archival field
  • Experience with metadata creation and MARC cataloging
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. with accommodations

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of Arkansas history and Native American history
  • Experience with grant management and OCR output optimization
  • Familiarity with HTML and XML standards

Key Requirements

  • Formal education equivalent of high school diploma plus four years specialized experience
  • Valid Arkansas driver's license required
  • Pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening required
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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