Open Scholarship Librarian — Repository & OA Advocate

Code4lib; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for benefits

Job summary

Code4lib is seeking a full-time Library Librarian – Scholarly Communication Librarian in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role encompasses leading the institutional repository, supporting open access and open education, and managing digital scholarship initiatives. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in library and information science and demonstrate experience in academic settings. Responsibilities include advising faculty on publishing options and creating educational programs. Eligible for benefits, the position involves some evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library and information science is essential.
• Experience in academic library settings is preferred.
• Knowledge of open access and digital scholarship trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the adoption and management of ScholarHub@UALittleRock.
• Supervise the digital preservation of research outputs.
• Advise faculty on open access publishing pathways.
• Collaborate with faculty on affordable course content.

Skills

Support for scholarly communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional skills

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program

Job description

Code4lib is seeking a full-time Library Librarian – Scholarly Communication Librarian in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role encompasses leading the institutional repository, supporting open access and open education, and managing digital scholarship initiatives. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in library and information science and demonstrate experience in academic settings. Responsibilities include advising faculty on publishing options and creating educational programs. Eligible for benefits, the position involves some evening and weekend hours.