Scholarly Communication Librarian

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $60,000 py; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Master's degree in library science from ala-accredited program
Strategic management of institutional repositories
Supervision of digital preservation staff
This newly created role will spearhead the management and growth of the university's institutional repository while advocating for open access and open education

Job Summary

  • This newly created role will spearhead the management and growth of the university's institutional repository while advocating for open access and open education.
  • The position holds a 12-month faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure and requires participation in professional scholarship consistent with that status.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts background checks including criminal and sex offender registry checks.

Matching Summary

This newly created role will spearhead the management and growth of the university's institutional repository while advocating for open access and open education.

Salary

Base: $60,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in library science from ALA-accredited program
  • Strategic management of institutional repositories
  • Supervision of digital preservation staff
  • Management of open access funds and agreements
  • Faculty consultation on publishing and licensing

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with affordable course content integration
  • Strong interpersonal and instruction skills
  • Knowledge of emerging scholarly communication trends
  • Collaboration with campus stakeholders
  • Engagement in professional scholarship activities

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in library and information science from ALA-accredited program
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Pass criminal background check and sex offender registry check

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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