Full-time, Storrs Campus
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JOB SUMMARY: Greenhouse Studios at the University of Connecticut is accepting applications for a Post MLIS/MIS/Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Associate with an anticipated start date of October 2023.
The Greenhouse Studios Post MLIS/MIS/Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Associate contributes leadership, project management, and research expertise to the Sourcery project (sourceryapp.org), an open-source web application that provides improved access to remote archival documents. The Greenhouse Studios Post MLIS/MIS/Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Associate will lead end-user outreach efforts and work closely with the design and development team to plan and implement new technical features. The ideal candidate will bring one or a combination of the following to the position: experience in the production of digital scholarship and/or online publishing; knowledge of current and emerging digital technologies in archival science, data management, access, and preservation; knowledge of web and interactive design; and/or other functional areas of the candidate’s expertise.
As an innovative research unit located within the UConn Library, Greenhouse Studios also provides opportunities for research associates to interact with cross-disciplinary partners while exploring new methods for research, experimentation, collaboration, and publication of information. Greenhouse Studios is a joint effort of the UConn Library, the School of Fine Arts, and the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, with each contributing resources and personnel to advance scholarly communications research. The appointment term of the position is one year with a possible renewal depending on future grant funding.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or ALA-accredited MLIS or MIS or other relevant terminal graduate degree. Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of researchers, staff, and students. Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated understanding of archival research and archival practice. Demonstrated potential to develop expertise in current and emerging digital technologies. Demonstrated ability in analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in an academic research library. Knowledge of metadata structures and data preservation strategies. Experience using and/or supporting research computing technology. Broad familiarity with IT systems and infrastructure. Demonstrated experience conducting outreach and engagement. Experience working with cross-disciplinary teams.
APPOINTMENT TERMS: This position is a full-time, one-year, end-dated position with the possibility for a second-year renewal. The position is based in Storrs.
TO APPLY: Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #497774 to upload a detailed resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Candidates must address in their cover letter and/or resume how their candidacy meets the position responsibilities, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications (if applicable). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Nominations and inquiries should be sent in confidence to ellen.silbermann@uconn.edu.
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This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 pm. Eastern time on September 5, 2023.
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