Adjunct Library Research & Scholarship Support - Digital Scholarship Lab

TopSciNet; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for an Adjunct/Part-Time Library Research & Scholarship Support position within the Digital Scholarship Lab. The role trains student employees, instructors faculty and staff on DSL software, develops workshops, and helps manage lab operations and resources.

Hours are up to 20 per week on campus; 4.5 months per year (Spring 2026). On-campus only; telework availability is None.

Qualifications

• Experience with digital scholarship tools and methods.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., Python, Arduino, R).
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Familiarity with Digital Humanities methodologies (digital mapping, text mining, data visualization).

Responsibilities

• Train student employees as peer trainers and research consultants
• Instruct students, faculty, and staff on DSL software and equipment
• Develop workshops, learning resources, and outreach programs
• Assist with lab operations, scheduling, inventory, safety compliance, and policies

Skills

Digital scholarship tools

Independent worker

Digital Humanities methods

Tools

Python

Arduino

R

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Adjunct Library Research & Scholarship Support - Digital Scholarship Lab

Gonzaga University Spokane, WA — USA

Gonzaga University Spokane, WA USA Posted Nov 21, 2025 Due Nov 11, 2026

Library and Information Science

Job Description

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time
Salary: $24.15 per hour
Posted: 11/11/2025
Location: Foley Library, Gonzaga University (on-campus)
Department: Library Services
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Months per year: 4.5 (Spring 2026 semester)
Telework Availability: None – on-campus only
Hours: Up to 20 hours/week
Benefits: Not eligible

Job Purpose

The Digital Scholarship Lab (DSL) seeks a part-time adjunct faculty member to:

Support faculty and student research

Instruct and mentor student employees

Develop and deliver programming and workshops for digital scholarship

Manage lab operations, equipment, and resources

This role reports to the Digital Scholarship & Publishing Librarian and collaborates with library and campus faculty/staff.

Essential Functions

Train student employees as peer trainers and research consultants

Instruct students, faculty, and staff on DSL software and equipment

Develop workshops, learning resources, and outreach programs

Assist with lab operations, scheduling, inventory, safety compliance, and policies

Minimum Qualifications

Experience with digital scholarship tools and methods

Advanced computer skills (e.g., Python, Arduino, R)

Ability to work independently

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud

Familiarity with Digital Humanities methodologies (digital mapping, text mining, data visualization, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree with digital scholarship experience

Previous experience in higher education with students

Experience with 3D printers, laser cutters, microcomputing

Lab safety knowledge and maintenance of instruments

Familiarity with CAD software (Blender, Autodesk Fusion, etc.)

Experience in project management

Physical & On-Campus Requirements

Presence: On-site 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting: >75% of the time

Walking: >75% of the time

Lifting/Carrying: 50%-75% of the time

Attention to Detail & Problem-Solving: Daily, >75% of time

Unofficial transcripts of highest earned degree

Review of applications begins: December 10, 2025
H1B Sponsorship: Not available

Contact for assistance: Human Resources – 509-313-5996