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Scholarly Communications Librarian
Location:
Gainesville, FL
Description:
SALARY $67,279 minimum salary at the Assistant University Librarian rank$77,817 minimum salary at the Associate University Librarian rank The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, discount programs, professional development and worklife support. Learn more . DEADLINE DATE: April 1, 2024 - Applications will be reviewed as received. JOB SUMMARY The Scholarly Communications Librarian is responsible for providing leadership for the George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida's services in support of students and faculty seeking guidance on fair use, copyright and intellectual property, as well as outreach and training efforts to build a scholarly communications program that supports open scholarship, open education, and open data. This twelve-month, tenure-track faculty position educates the university community about modes of open access scholarly publication, copyright and intellectual property issues and their impact on scholarly inquiry and instruction. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will form strong collaborations with colleagues across the libraries to provide training and consultant services to strengthen and broaden copyright and publishing competencies within the Libraries.The Scholarly Communications Librarian also provides guidance on repository services and support for researchers' publication, preservation, and funder compliance needs. This includes advising on the Institutional Repository at the University of Florida (IR@UF) as well as general, funder, and subject-specific repositories. This will include maintenance and outreach supporting the UF Author Rights Policy, implemented in Spring 2022. Developing and maintaining strong partnerships is a major focus of this role, and the Scholarly Communications Librarian will play a key role on initiatives that require a detailed understanding of copyright and Creative Commons licensing. In consultation with UF General Counsel as needed, the Scholarly Communications Librarian will provide expert guidance to various units in the Libraries that frequently navigate rights-related issues, including Library Press@UF, Affordable UF, Special and Area Studies Collections, digital collections, course reserves, and others.The library encourages staff participation in reaching management decisions and consequently the Scholarly Communications Librarian will serve and lead on various committees and teams and will pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional service activities to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion. The Smathers Libraries is committed to creating a thoughtful, equitable, and inclusive culture that provides space for innovation and creativity. We support that commitment by offering fulfilling work experience that allows for collaboration, growth, and development as well as shared perspectives. RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as the Libraries' primary expert on copyright, fair use, and related policy and ethics issues for all University of Florida stakeholders. Develops and maintains an instructional and consultation program that empowers faculty, staff, students, and community partners to make informed decisions regarding the use, creation, and dissemination of copyrighted materials. Collaborates with other members of the Open Access Committee to shape Libraries programs that facilitate open approaches to publishing and promote awareness of author rights. Leverages knowledge of local and global industry trends to enable broader access to the Libraries' digital collections, including course materials and special collections. Acts as an expert on copyright-related issues to the broader, international Digital Library of the Caribbean community. Provides advice, recommendations, and redirections for researchers' scholarly repository options. Serves as the liaison for the Institutional Repository at the University of Florida, collaborating with Digital Services and other units to improve outreach and workflows. Works with subject specialist librarians, Center for Teaching Excellence, Center for Instructional Training and Technology, and other units to promote awareness of affordable course materials and open licensing for instructional materials. Performs scholarly research and provides service at the institutional and professional levels as related to assignment and in accordance with tenure and promotion criteria. Creates a welcoming environment for all. QUALIFICATIONS Research indicates that applicants from underrepresented groups are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all the required and preferred qualifications.[1] We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop the preferred skills. Additionally, applicants are encouraged to communicate how their work and other experiences satisfy the required qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. Required: Master's degree in a relevant field. Two years of relevant experience working in one or more areas of scholarly communication. Eight years of experience is required for an appointment to Associate University Librarian. Extensive knowledge of copyright and fair use in the academic setting. Familiarity with open access publishing landscape, including business models and funder requirements, and enthusiasm for engaging with emerging trends. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Experience with instruction and training both virtually and in-person. Excellent planning, analytical and organizational skills. Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to adapt and work creatively in a complex, rapidly changing academic environment. Strong potential to meet the requirements for promotion and tenure outlined in the Health Science Center Libraries departmental by-laws Preferred: Knowledge of Creative Commons licensing frameworks. Record of increasing responsibility and emerging leadership in an academic setting. Demonstrated experience developing instructional materials and leading workshops, presentations, and trainings. Application Process To apply, submit a cover letter detailing your interest in, and qualifications for this position your current resume or CV a list of three references including their contact information (telephone number and email address) a written statement regarding " Based on the current landscape, how might artificial intelligence impact scholarly communication programs at large research universities?" . (250 words)Apply by 11:55 pm (EST) on April 1, 2024 (applications will be reviewed as received). Submit all application materials through the Jobs at UF online application system at Job Number 530235 (https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/530235/scholarly-communications-librarian). Failure to submit the required documents may result in the application not being considered. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please contact Joseph Piazza, George A. Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at XXXX@ufl.edu.
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