Digital Scholarship Coordinator

Overview

Posting Number : F2408P

Working Title : Digital Scholarship Coordinator

Department : Libraries-General Operations

Location of Vacancy : Atlanta Area

Posting Type : External

Employment Type : Employee

Minimum Qualifications : An ALA-accredited master's degree in librarianship / information science or foreign equivalent, or related terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.).

Salary : Advertised Salary $60,000- $75,000

Anticipated Start Date : 10 / 01 / 2025

Job Posting Date : 06 / 23 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the Director of RCDM and colleagues to plan and develop innovative outreach services and resources to support researchers in the areas of digital scholarship, including quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis practices, coding and AI / ML / text analysis practices, and geospatial and data visualization techniques.
• Work in collaboration with colleagues and campus partners to develop sustainable workflows to support faculty and student digital scholarship project work throughout the research lifecycle, including design, development, maintenance, publication, and preservation that ensures compliance with federal guidance, aligns with university policies, and supports disciplinary practices.
• Work in partnership with RCDM to promote the Data Studio @ Main as a dynamic hub for interdisciplinary research, bringing together collaborators and fostering an environment conducive for building communities of practice and supporting instructional outreach including workshops, seminars, consultations.
• Facilitate and lead instructional programming related to digital scholarship methods and tools, including the design, development, and delivery of instruction through multiple formats to meet stakeholder needs (e.g., in-person, hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous online).
• Deliver expert one-on-one consultation and instructional sessions to the UGA research community in support of digital scholarship independently or in conjunction with colleagues and student assistants.
• Oversee student-led digital scholarship outreach programming and support initiatives, including research consultations, class visits, workshops, and seminars.
• Assist in the promotion and content management of the institutional and research data repository platform, advocating for sharing digital outputs and advising on open research and reproducibility practices.
• Work in collaboration with colleagues to maintain awareness of applicable research methodologies and methods, current tools and technologies, and emerging trends and issues impacting research and scholarship; work with local, regional, national, and international colleagues by engaging in professional development and fostering communities of practice.
• Participate in working groups, campus programs, and committees as assigned.
• Maintain flexibility and assume other similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Knowledge

Minimum Qualifications : An ALA-accredited master's degree in librarianship / information science or foreign equivalent, or related terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Additional Requirements

Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian I, II, III, or IV. For more information about the requirements for the Librarian ranks, please see the Guidelines for Librarian / Archivist Faculty Rank and Promotion : https : / / www.libs.uga.edu / employee-resources / committees / promotion / ranks

Equity and Background

EEO Statement : The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu

Background Investigation Policy : Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Policies and Compliance

USG Core Values Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available at the USG policies online; additional information on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom is available online.

Classification and Posting Details

Classification Title : Librarian AC

Faculty Rank : Open Rank

Contract Type : Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status : Non-Tenure Track

Location of Vacancy : Atlanta Area

Special Instructions to Applicants : Applicants should attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references. The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by July 27, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Notes

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