Digital Scholarship Librarian II

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Iowa State University Library seeks a Digital Scholarship Librarian II to lead digital scholarship initiatives, support research outputs, and advance discovery using web and open-source technologies. The role emphasizes AI literacy, data-informed methods, and collaboration with faculty and students.

The position offers engagement across institutional repositories, digital collections, and instructional outreach, fostering innovation in a rapidly evolving academic digital environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with digital scholarship tools and web platforms.
• Ability to teach AI literacy and digital methods.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop and support digital scholarship projects using static web tech, storytelling, and digital collections.
• Enhance the infrastructure to improve discoverability, accessibility, and sustainability of digital projects.
• Support open access initiatives and institutional repositories.
• Provide instruction and outreach in AI literacy, web technologies, and data-informed research.

Connaissances

AI literacy

Collaboration

Communication

User-centered design

Teamwork

Formation

Master’s degree

Outils

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Git/GitHub

Description du poste

## Digital Scholarship Librarian IIApply: Ames, IA: Full time: Posted Today: R20004## 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. The library is committed to supporting all librarians through mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities to foster success and growth in their work. The Digital Scholarship Librarian will be supported in the pursuit of continued learning relevant to their position and encouraged to share their skills with their colleagues at ISU and beyond. **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. This posting will be open until filled. However, to receive full consideration, please apply before November 9th, 2026. *Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.* **Application Instructions:** To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:* Resume/Curriculum Vitae* Letter of Application/Cover Letter **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## Posting Close Date:## Job Requisition Number:R20004