Open Publishing Librarian

Texas State University; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University Libraries is seeking an Open Publishing Librarian to lead and manage open publishing initiatives, ensuring accessibility and compliance with standards. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders to promote open access publishing and provide education on digital scholarship best practices.

Benefits

Amazing health insurance

Generous paid time off

Excellent work-life balance resources

Great training and development opportunities

Retirement plans with employer contributions

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience with OJS, DSpace, and research metrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage open publishing platforms including OJS and DSpace.
• Troubleshoot and support users on publishing tools.
• Coordinate open publishing services and outreach efforts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Creating and delivering presentations

Testing and evaluating technology tools

Education

Master’s degree in library/information science

Tools

Open Journal Systems (OJS)

DSpace

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Master’s degree in library/information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or equivalent library or information science program.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to test and evaluate technology tools and systems.
• Experience creating and delivering presentations and/or training sessions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Open Journal Systems ( OJS ).
• Experience with DSpace repository software platform.
• Experience with Research Impact and Metrics.

Job Description

Texas State University Libraries is seeking an Open Publishing Librarian. This position provides leadership and expertise in managing the university’s open publishing platforms, including Open Journal Systems ( OJS ) and DSpace. The Open Publishing Librarian will support and grow services for hosting open access journals, books, and other forms of digital scholarship. This position plays a key role in ensuring the accessibility, sustainability, and discoverability of open publishing initiatives through platform administration, user support, and project management. In addition, the Open Publishing Librarian will actively engage campus stakeholders to promote open access publishing and provide education around best practices in digital scholarship, licensing, copyright, and accessibility.

Job Duties

• Coordinate open publishing services, including timelines, workflows, and communication with journal editors, vendors, and university stakeholders.
• Administer and support open publishing platforms (e.g., OJS , DSpace), including troubleshooting and user training.
• Develop and maintain documentation, internal records, and public-facing web content for open publishing services.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility, licensing, copyright, and metadata standards for digital publications.
• Collaborate with library units and campus partners to identify, support, and expand digital scholarship and publishing projects.
• Lead outreach and education efforts to promote open access publishing and research impact.
• Serve as primary contact for open publishing in the Research and Data Services unit.
• Stay informed of trends and developments in scholarly publishing and open access to inform service improvements.
• Participate in professional development, conferences, and service activities to support institutional and professional goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/03/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

Open Until Filled Yes

Normal Work Days

Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM

Posting Notices

Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus.
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master's degree in library/information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or from an equivalent library or information science program?
  • Yes
  • No