Digital Librarian, Victoria
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The University of Victoria is seeking a Digital Scholarship Librarian. This position is situated within the Digital Scholarship and Strategy unit of UVic Libraries and reports to the Head, Library Systems. The full job description can be found at
Closing date in June 7, 2017.
The Digital Scholarship Librarian collaborates with faculty, students, librarians, and technical staff to develop and promote digital collections, digital asset management, digital research environments, and digital information fluency.
Specifically the DS Librarian:
Assists faculty and students to use content management systems and digital exhibition platforms for teaching, learning, research, and publication;
Develops programmes and services to help students improve technology skills in the Digital Scholarship Commons through the use of software (R, Python,
GIS) and hardware (3D printing, 3D scanning, electronics);
Supports faculty in the use of the Hydra digital asset management system;
Designs and builds digital exhibits in platforms such as Spotlight and Omeka;
Administers collections, users, and permissions in online platforms;
Helps to set development priorities for the Libraries' digital research environments;
Works closely with the digital scholarship developer to align the Libraries'
digital asset management systems with the University's scholarly and research objectives and preservation requirements;
Works closely with staff in the Libraries' DS Commons and Learning and Research unit to develop programs and facilities supporting digital information fluency; and,
Manages projects relating to the development of digital collections and exhibits.
The University of Victoria, located on Vancouver Island, is a teaching and research institution of approximately 18,000 students and 880 regular faculty members with graduate programmes in a wide range of disciplines.
UVic is widely recognized for its interdisciplinary research initiatives; its co-op education; its many Canada Research Chairs; and its support for innovative teaching. For more information about the University of Victoria, see http://www.uvic.cahttp://www.uvic.ca/
Qualifications Required:
A Masters of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA accredited program, or equivalent degree, and an additional Master's degree and/or PhD in an academic discipline strongly preferred; demonstrated teaching experience; demonstrated project management experience; experience working directly with faculty to support grant funded projects; demonstrated knowledge of HTML/CSS; demonstrated experience working in Content Management Systems (such as, Drupal); excellent interpersonal skills with students, faculty, librarians, staff, and community members; and, superior written and spoken communication in English.
Desirable Qualifications:
Knowledge of at least one scripting or programming language (such as, Python, PHP, Javascript, Java,Ruby); experience with digital asset management systems (specifically, CONTENTdm, Islandora, Hydra, Fedora); experience with relational database design (such as, SQL); familiarity with one or more of the following: R, ArcGIS, XML, 3D Modelling; knowledge of linked data theory and practice (such as, SPARQL); and, knowledge of digital preservation best practices.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.
For more information on negotiated benefits, see:
https://www.uvic.ca/vpacademic/faculty/benefits/
Please submit a cover letter, CV, and names of three (3) references by noon, June 7, 2017 to: Jonathan Bengtson, University Librarian, University of Victoria Libraries, ulo@uvic.ca
Scott Johnston, MA, MLIS
Metadata Librarian
University of Victoria Libraries
PO Box 1800 STN CSC
Victoria BC V8W 3H5
250-472-5479 | scjo@uvic.ca<mailto:scjo@uvic.ca>
