Digital Humanities Librarian

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Digital Humanities Librarian to enhance its digital initiatives. This role involves managing digital resources, supporting research, and providing instruction in digital methodologies. The successful candidate will collaborate across disciplines, promote advanced library resources, and participate in professional development. Join a vibrant community that values innovation, creativity, and academic excellence, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of digital humanities.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan

Free exercise programs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent experience required.
• Knowledge of academic library functions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Guide and assist with data curation and visualization in humanities projects.
• Develop digital humanities collections and provide training on research methods.

Skills

Data curation

Digital humanities

Text mining

Data visualization

Customer service

Coding

Metadata standards

Digital librarianship

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Digital platforms

Data management tools

Job description

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Digital Humanities Librarian

Apply locations College Station, TX time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-083673

Job Title

Digital Humanities Librarian

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Libraries

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M University is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Digital Humanities Librarian to join our team and support our growing digital humanities initiatives. The Digital Humanities Librarian will play a pivotal role in managing digital resources, supporting research, and providing instruction in digital methodologies. Additionally, they will handle broad interdisciplinary collaboration, project management, and digital librarianship. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, research skills, and a passion for the humanities.

This is an in-person opportunity. The selected candidate will be expected to work on campus at our College Station, TX location.

Opportunities to Contribute:

• Guide and assist with data curation, processing, analysis, and visualization in humanities projects.

• Help develop digital humanities collections and exhibits.

• Promote advanced use of library resources like text mining, artificial intelligence, algorithms, and digital platforms.

• Provide training and workshops on digital humanities research methods and tools.

• Advise on developing digital humanities curriculum

• Develop LibGuides and other documentation to support digital humanities research techniques.

• Work with the Electronic Resources Librarian, Director of Digital Collections, and the Center of Digital Humanities Research team to ensure the proper acquisition, transformation, and availability of licensed and open-access electronic humanities-focused data for responsible text mining.

• Participate in professional organizations and collaboration opportunities.

• Participate in professional conferences and monitor developments and best practices elsewhere to ensure excellence in research support.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of academic library functions.

A well-qualified candidate will also have some combination of:

• Experience with digital humanities in a research or academic setting.

• Experience working with public, academic, or specialized libraries and archives.

• Skill with scripted data cleanup and specialized data management tools.

• Demonstrated history of exemplary customer service.

• Strong background in humanities librarianship and strong technical acumen with information management, data mining, and repository software.

• Some coding or software development expertise is preferred.

• Familiarity with metadata standards and digital humanities practices.

• Ability to apply techniques including text mining and data visualization.

• Ability to curate digital exhibits for discoverability, fidelity, and impact.

• Awareness of the implications of special collections.

• Ability to communicate with colleagues and researchers.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience. Salary amounts will be discussed during the initial interview.

What You Need to Do

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. Additionally, if you have a digital portfolio or website, showcasing past digital humanities projects, such as digital exhibits, text mining analyses, data visualizations, or teaching materials, please feel free to attach those materials to your application as well. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning and creativity with the teaching and research that goes on in the colleges and academic departments. We offer rich and extraordinary collections at the University Libraries. The Libraries’ resources and services enable and support the University missions of teaching, research, and service. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.

The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.

From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!

Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/Disability Employer.

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