Digital Exploration Center Librarian, Assistant Librarian

Code4lib; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Exploration Center Librarian to shape the future of digital scholarship. This full-time role involves coordinating innovative projects, leading workshops, and engaging with campus partners to enhance research capabilities. You'll oversee the new Digital Exploration Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to foster creativity and collaboration. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing digital scholarship and making a significant impact on the academic community. If you're passionate about innovation and research, this is your opportunity to shine in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or doctorate with library experience required.
• Familiarity with digital scholarship methodologies and tools essential.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the Digital Exploration Center and supervise staff.
• Lead educational programming through consultations and workshops.

Skills

Digital Scholarship Methodologies

Project Management

Instruction or Training in Technical Topics

Collaboration and Partnership Building

Education

Master’s Degree in Library and/or Information Science

Doctorate with Academic Library Experience

Tools

XR Technologies

GIS Software

A/V Production and Post-Production Technologies

Job description

The Opportunity
Shape the future of digital scholarship at the University of Central Florida (UCF) Libraries as our new Digital Exploration Center Librarian. This full-time, non-tenure track, 12-month faculty position at the Assistant Librarian rank offers an opportunity to coordinate innovative digital scholarship projects in collaboration with emerging and established scholars in the Libraries and across campus.

In this new role, you will coordinate a wide range of cutting-edge research initiatives, from data visualization and geospatial mapping to digital storytelling and humanities projects. You will coordinate with other colleagues and will offer consultations, workshops, and a variety of scholarly events. As a leader, you will be instrumental in launching and shaping the Libraries’ new Digital Exploration Center (DEC), opening in early 2026. This state-of-the-art facility will feature an immersive visualization lab, extended reality (XR) technologies, an adjustable classroom, podcast and production studios, and flexible collaboration spaces. The DEC represents our commitment to advancing research and fostering cross-disciplinary innovation at UCF.

As part of our new Digital Scholarship department, you will join a forward-thinking team dedicated to supporting researchers across all disciplines and career stages. You will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty across campus on digital projects and work with students to create compelling digital exhibitions that bring collections to life. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of digital scholarship at UCF and bolster campus partnerships while supporting UCF’s dynamic research community.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Direct the DEC’s daily operations, including staff supervision.
• Monitor, assess, and implement emerging digital scholarship trends to maintain innovative service offerings.

Technology Infrastructure & Resources

• Oversee the deployment and maintenance of technological assets.
• Collaborate with the Libraries’ technology staff to support infrastructure.

Educational Programming & Consultation

• Lead digital scholarship education through consultations and workshops.
• Provide guidance on digital scholarship methodologies and tools.

Campus Engagement

• Build and maintain partnerships across campus.
• Promote integration of DEC resources into research and teaching.

About the UCF Libraries
The UCF Libraries enhance student success and faculty excellence through a dynamic network of libraries and information professionals. Serving the UCF community across multiple campuses, including the flagship John C. Hitt Library, we provide seamless support services, essential resources, and cutting-edge technology to optimize research and visibility. Our mission is to empower and collaborate with our community to promote academic success, research, creativity, and lifelong learning.

Our forward-thinking organizational structure is designed to maximize impact:

• Academic Engagement: Partnering with students, faculty, and the community.
• Administrative Services: Offering comprehensive financial, physical, and talent support.
• Resources & Discovery: Curating and optimizing access to vital content.
• Digital Strategies, Impact, & Visibility: Leveraging technology and elevating the research enterprise.

At the UCF Libraries, you will be part of a team dedicated to innovation, curiosity, and enhancing academic leadership and student achievement. Ready to make your mark in our modern and innovative environment? Discover more at http://library.ucf.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an accredited institution at time of hire; or doctorate combined with academic library experience at time of hire.
• Familiarity with digital scholarship methodologies, tools, and related technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing projects.
• Experience providing instruction or training in technical topics.
• Experience working in a computer lab, digital scholarship center, or similar facility.
• Familiarity with XR technologies, GIS, or A/V production and post-production technologies and software.

Additional Application Materials Required:
UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://ucflib.fyi/job-declibrarian. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Katy Miller, search chair, at [e-mail].

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Application reviews begin on 3/27/2025

Assistant Librarian salary starts at $60,000 - negotiable

Job Close Date:
Open until filled.