Scholarly Communications Librarian

SUNY Oneonta; City of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a Scholarly Communications Librarian to lead initiatives in open educational resources and scholarly communication. This role involves coordinating library services, engaging with faculty and students, and promoting digital scholarship. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in library science and a passion for collaboration and outreach. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and innovation, where you can make a significant impact on learning and scholarship. Experience a fulfilling career in a picturesque town with a strong emphasis on work/life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Work/life balance

Inclusive community

Cultural enrichment activities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science is required.
• Knowledge of scholarly communication practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate library services related to OER and open access.
• Engage in outreach activities related to scholarly communications.
• Support digital scholarship for students and faculty.

Skills

Scholarly communication practices

Collaboration

Outreach

Digital scholarship

Research support

Education

Master's degree in library or information science

Tools

Digital collections tools

Job description

The James M. Milne Library at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Scholarly Communications Librarian. Working both independently and with a dynamic team of partners, the Scholarly Communications Librarian co-leads the campus OER initiative and provides a broad spectrum of "open" academic programming and support. The ideal candidate possesses a love of learning, the ability to think critically with a dash of ingenuity, and enjoys outreach to myriad audiences. The twelve-month, tenure-track librarian reports to the Head of Information Literacy and Academic Engagement and holds the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian, with an initial two-year appointment.

Milne Library employs 23 full-time staff members, and our goal is to support learning and scholarship through the collection, curation, preservation, and sharing of knowledge. The James M. Milne Library provides inviting, comfortable spaces for discovery, intellectual growth and exchange, and cultural enrichment.

The Scholarly Communications Librarian is responsible for academic programming, instruction, services, and resources related to OER (Open Educational Resources), open access (OA), and the scholarly information lifecycle. This position works both independently and collaboratively with partners throughout the institution to provide excellent library services related to OER and open access. The Scholarly Communications Librarian co-leads the University Open Education Resources (OER) Initiative and manages the institution's scholarly open access repository and open access publishing fund, as well as working with students in support of their research.

To meet tenure-track requirements, the successful candidate will perform effectively as a librarian, serve on library and campus committees, make scholarly contributions to the field, and pursue ongoing professional development. Early career, career transitioning professionals, and new graduates are encouraged to apply. International candidates are welcome.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate library services related to Open Educational Resources (OER), open access, open repositories, scholarly communication, and digital scholarship.
• Co-lead a dynamic, cross-departmental partnership supporting our OER initiative, and consult with faculty on discovering and utilizing excellent curricular materials and library learning resources to enhance student learning.
• Assist the campus community with bibliometrics and research/scholarly impact.
• Engage in outreach activities related to the library and/or scholarly communications to the campus community.
• Support student and faculty digital scholarship.
• Explore grant opportunities.
• Actively participate in regional, national, and international communities of practice around scholarly communication.
• Maintain appropriate statistics regularly and meet benchmarks for areas.
• Participate in department and University-wide committees, events, and professional organizations.
• Participate in liaison duties including outreach and collection development to assigned academic departments.
• Other duties or projects assigned as appropriate to department and library needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent credential) at the time of employment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly communication practices, communities, and resources as shown in previous experience or coursework.
• Evidence of working collaboratively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an academic library or academic setting.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience managing projects.
• Evidence of effective communication skills, including but not limited to demonstrations through application materials.
• Experience working with diverse populations and/or teaching pedagogies and/or multicultural teaching experience.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of digital collections including concepts and tools.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service, and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity . Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.