Elma Lewis Digital Project Assistant

Northeastern University Library

Boston, US
Base: $21 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benefit...
Hybrid
Metadata creation
Cataloging textual materials
Authority files and controlled vocabularies
The project focuses on digitizing, cataloging, and publishing materials from four archival collections documenting the life and legacy of Elma Lewis

Job Summary

  • The project focuses on digitizing, cataloging, and publishing materials from four archival collections documenting the life and legacy of Elma Lewis.
  • Part-time assistants will contribute to the descriptive work for the Elma Lewis collections, with assignments determined by project priorities.
  • Hybrid and fully remote work available, with flexible hours but some availability on Tuesdays strongly preferred.

Matching Summary

The project focuses on digitizing, cataloging, and publishing materials from four archival collections documenting the life and legacy of Elma Lewis.

Salary

Base: $21 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • metadata creation
  • cataloging textual materials
  • authority files and controlled vocabularies
  • automated captioning workflows
  • developing contextual documentation

Nice-to-have

  • interest in inclusive cataloging
  • reparative description
  • thrive in a collaborative environment
  • strong attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS or equivalent experience
  • Professional experience with metadata schemas
  • item-level archival cataloging
  • Knowledge of controlled vocabularies and thesauri
  • Exposure to inclusive and reparative description principles

Work Rights

Not specified

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