Senior Research Assistant -12 Month Project Archivist

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Four years specialized training in library science
Experience with digitization projects
Knowledge of metadata creation and marc cataloging
** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Senior Research Assistant for a 12-month project as an Archivist to work on the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project. The role involves managing metadata, coordinating with vendors and institutions, and performing quality reviews of digital assets. **

Job Summary

  • The position is responsible for collecting metadata and supplying it to a digitization vendor for the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project.
  • This temporary full-time position funded by a grant from the National Endowment for Humanities will end in December 2027.
  • Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively with project teams and vendors.

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** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Senior Research Assistant for a 12-month project as an Archivist to work on the Arkansas Digital Newspaper Project. The role involves managing metadata, coordinating with vendors and institutions, and performing quality reviews of digital assets. **

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

  • Bachelor's degree in pertinent field
  • Experience with grant management
  • Knowledge of Arkansas history
  • Understanding of OCR output optimization
  • Knowledge of U.S. and Native American history

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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