Digital Curation & Preservation Specialist — Part‑Time

Digital Preservation Coalition; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 102,338 - 110,780; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a part-time Digital Curation and Preservation Specialist to enhance its digital preservation capabilities. The role involves developing programs, advising on policies, and managing digital preservation operations. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience in digital asset management and curation. This position offers an engaging environment within a dynamic team focused on digital stewardship.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital curation and preservation.
• Strong background in developing policies and procedures.
• Proficient in managing digital assets and metadata.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance digital curation and preservation capacity programs.
• Advise on and maintain policies supporting digital asset preservation.
• Manage daily operations of the digital preservation repository.

Skills

Digital curation

Preservation policy development

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant degree in Information Science or related field

Tools

Digital repository systems

Research data management tools

Job description

• Vacancy for Digital Curation and Preservation Specialist at University of Melbourne

Vacancy for Digital Curation and Preservation Specialist at University of Melbourne

28 April 2024

UOM 7 - $102,338 - $110,780p.a. plus 17% super (pro-rata for part-time).

Part-Time

Join our dynamic team as a Digital Curation and Preservation Specialist! Here at the University of Melbourne, you'll collaborate closely with a dedicated group within the Digital Stewardship (Research) team to enhance our digital preservation capabilities across various initiatives. Your role will involve developing and maintaining these services and actively contributing to the growth and improvement of our digital repository capabilities. From research data management to preserving significant cultural and historical collections, your work will be instrumental in ensuring the longevity and accessibility of our digital assets.

Your responsibilities will include:

Developing, overseeing, and enhancing digital curation and preservation capability programs, including stakeholder, staff, and researcher training initiatives.

Advising on, developing, and maintaining policies, workflows, and documentation supporting the preservation of the University’s digital assets.

Managing the daily operations of the digital preservation repository, ensuring efficient processes and monitoring for effectiveness.