Senior Research Assistant -12 Month Project Archivist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Four years specialized training in library science or archival field
Experience with metadata creation and marc cataloging
Knowledge of ocr output optimization and digitization standards
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Senior Research Assistant for a 12-month project to support the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project. The role focuses on digitizing historical newspapers and requires experience in library science or archival work, particularly with digitization projects

Job Summary

  • The position involves digitizing over 100,000 pages of historic newspapers for the Library of Congress Chronicling America site.
  • This temporary full-time role is funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and will end in December 2027.
  • Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to lift 40 lbs while working independently and collaboratively.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Senior Research Assistant for a 12-month project to support the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project. The role focuses on digitizing historical newspapers and requires experience in library science or archival work, particularly with digitization projects.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Four years specialized training in library science or archival field
  • Experience with metadata creation and MARC cataloging
  • Knowledge of OCR output optimization and digitization standards

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with grant management and Arkansas history
  • Familiarity with HTML and XML markup languages
  • Understanding of U.S. and Native American history

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

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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