Digital Scholarship Librarian II

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University Library invites applications for a Digital Scholarship Librarian II in Ames. The role leads digital scholarship initiatives and supports creation, discovery, access, and sustainable stewardship of research outputs.

You'll apply expertise in web technologies, data, and emerging tools, including AI, to develop projects that enhance student learning and faculty research. Collaboration and user-centered design are essential in a fast-evolving digital environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support digital scholarship projects using static web tech, storytelling, digital collections, OA research, and OERs.
• Enhance DS&I department's digital infrastructure to improve discoverability, accessibility, and sustainability of projects and platforms.
• Support and expand OA initiatives by improving discoverability of research outputs and archival material in the institutional repository and digital collections.
• Provide instruction and outreach in AI literacy, web technologies, and data-informed research methods.
• Collaborate on external partnerships to strengthen library's role in research and teaching.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Git/GitHub

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Web platforms

APIs

Institutional repositories

Job description

Position Title:

Digital Scholarship Librarian II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree and 2 years of related experience

Job Description:

The Iowa State University Library is seeking applications for a Digital Scholarship Librarian II. Housed in the Digital Scholarship and Initiatives department, this position provides leadership and expertise in digital scholarship, supporting the creation, discovery, access, and sustainable stewardship of research outputs in an evolving technological landscape.

The role applies expertise in web and open-source technologies, data, and emerging technologies such as AI to develop digital scholarship projects and strengthen digital research methods in support of student learning and faculty research.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills, a commitment to user-centered approaches to technology, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

Example of Duties:

• Develop and support digital scholarship projects involving static web technology, web-based storytelling, digital collections, open access research, and open educational resources.
• Enhance the Digital Scholarship and Initiatives department's digital infrastructure to improve the discoverability, accessibility, and sustainability of its digital projects and platforms.
• Support and expand open access initiatives by enhancing the discoverability and reach of research outputs and archival material in the institutional repository and digital collections.
• Provide instruction and outreach in areas such as AI literacy, web technologies, and computational and data-informed research methods.
• Contribute to external partnerships and initiatives that strengthen the library's role in research and teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with digital scholarship tools and technologies, including web development technologies and platforms, data-focused approaches, digital collections, or institutional repositories.
• Ability to teach and support research using digital methods, AI and digital literacy concepts, and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated experience using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git/GitHub, or related web development technologies.
• Experience supporting the discoverability and access of digital projects through metadata and structured data, APIs, or user-centered design.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of collaborators, learn new technologies, and address technical challenges creatively.

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Original Posting Date:

October 26, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R20004

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail]