Metadata Coordinator at University of Southern Mississippi

The Metadata Coordinator coordinates the creation, enhancement, and transformation of metadata for digital resources in the Libraries’ Digital Collections, Institutional Repository, digital humanities collaborations, grant projects, the Mississippi Digital Library, and related initiatives. https://tinyurl.com/4vyvmdfm | Digital Library Jobs | | Library IT Jobs | | Digital Scholarship |

AI and Emerging Technologies Librarian at Mississippi State University

The AI and Emerging Technologies Librarian will play a crucial role in the integration and management of new and emerging technologies at MSU Libraries, with special attention to the burgeoning impact of AI. The position combines expertise in library science and emerging technologies to enhance and streamline library services and operations. The AI and Emerging … Continue reading “AI and Emerging Technologies Librarian at Mississippi State University”

MS Digital Library Coordinator at University of Southern Mississippi

The MDL Coordinator is responsible for the curation, management, and promotion of MDL collections, ensuring the accessibility and discoverability of valuable cultural and historical resources. The coordinator collaborates with partner institutions, contributes to digitization efforts, manages metadata, and contributes to the overall growth and impact of the MDL. https://tinyurl.com/5xp8cu88 | Digital Library Jobs | | … Continue reading “MS Digital Library Coordinator at University of Southern Mississippi”

Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi is recruiting a Digital Initiatives Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: The Digital Initiatives Librarian and Assistant Professor will collaborate to envision an expanded digital initiatives program for the University of Mississippi Libraries. Under the direction of the Head of the Metadata & Digital Initiatives, the incumbent will work collaboratively … Continue reading “Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi”

Digital Assets Librarian at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi is recruiting a Digital Assets Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: The University of Mississippi Libraries seeks applicants for the position of Digital Assets Librarian. The position is a twelve-month, tenure track, assistant professorship to work closely with library personnel to identify and prioritize materials for addition to the library’s … Continue reading “Digital Assets Librarian at University of Mississippi”

Web & Digital Scholarship Librarian at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi is recruiting a Web & Digital Scholarship Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: he successful candidate will be involved in the design, development and maintenance of all aspects of the University Libraries' web presence, web applications and many new and existing digital scholarship services and projects. This position resides within … Continue reading “Web & Digital Scholarship Librarian at University of Mississippi”

MS Digital Library Coordinator at University of Southern Mississippi Libraries

The University of Southern Mississippi Libraries are recruiting a MS Digital Library Coordinator. Here's an excerpt from the ad: Under the direct supervision of the Manager for Finance and Technology, who also serves as the Director of the Mississippi Digital Library, the incumbent performs support functions for the Mississippi Digital Library. The incumbent also assists … Continue reading “MS Digital Library Coordinator at University of Southern Mississippi Libraries”

Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi Libraries

The University of Mississippi Libraries are recruiting a Digital Initiatives Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: Oversees the technical details needed to manage and expand our digital program, including: digitizing textual, image, audio, and video materials; metadata creation; migrating digital resources; managing standards usage compliance; collaborating with other librarians; providing metadata training; supervision of … Continue reading “Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi Libraries”

Web Services Librarian at University of Mississippi Libraries

The University of Mississippi Libraries are recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: The Web Services Unit at the University of Mississippi Libraries seeks applicants for the position of Web Services Librarian. This is an entry-level web related position for a service-oriented individual who possesses creativity, curiosity, and a good foundational … Continue reading “Web Services Librarian at University of Mississippi Libraries”

Web Services Specialist at Mississippi State University Libraries

The Mississippi State University Libraries are recruiting a Web Services Specialist. Here's an excerpt from the ad (PARF number: 5835 ): Maintains existing and create new web applications including database programming, multimedia development and web editing; assists the Library Web Sites Manager with concept design, content delivery and exploring/recommending emerging technologies and services that will … Continue reading “Web Services Specialist at Mississippi State University Libraries”

Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi Libraries are recruiting a Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: The Department of Archives and Special Collections at the University of Mississippi seeks applicants for the position of Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian. The position is a twelve-month, tenure track, assistant professorship. Reports to the Head … Continue reading “Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian at University of Mississippi”

Digital Library Jobs: Digital Projects Coordinator at Mississippi State

The Digital Preservation and Access Unit of the Mississippi State University Library is recruiting a Digital Projects Coordinator. Here's an excerpt from the ad: To provide innovative, dynamic, team-oriented responsibilities as Coordinator of the Library's Digital Preservation and Access Unit. Mississippi State University Libraries has a highly collaborative environment where excellence in job performance, scholarship … Continue reading “Digital Library Jobs: Digital Projects Coordinator at Mississippi State”

Digital Library Jobs: Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian at Mississippi

The University of Mississippi Libraries are recruiting a Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian. Here's an excerpt from the ad: Reports to the Head of Special Collections and coordinates selected digital initiatives projects regarding the overall management (production, capture, access, and preservation) of the digital intellectual output and digital conversion of Special Collections materials. . . … Continue reading “Digital Library Jobs: Special Collections Digital Initiatives Librarian at Mississippi”

Digital Curation News (4/15/2016) #digitalcuration #digitalpreservation #datamanagement #researchdata #rdm

Roadmap: A Research Data Management Advisory Platform A DNA-Based Archival Storage System Preserving the Digital Record of Science and Engineering: the Challenge of New Forms of Grey Literature Reporting Instructions for Publications Supported by Shared Resources in Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPR) and Renewal Applications (NIH) JHOVE Alive and Kicking Electronic Resources for Developing Data … Continue readingDigital Curation News (4/15/2016) #digitalcuration #digitalpreservation #datamanagement #researchdata #rdm”

Digital Curation News (12/10/2013) #digitalpreservation

Crossing the River: An Interview With W. Walker Sampson of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History PREFORMA—Future Memory Standards Presentations Slides from the DEDICATE Final Seminar! A Survey of Preservation Activities in Cultural Heritage Institutions: FY2012 Getting Started in Digital Preservation: Extra Stop in London (Presentations) Speaking the Same Language: Building a Data Governance … Continue readingDigital Curation News (12/10/2013) #digitalpreservation”

Support Open Access: Contact House Judiciary Committee Members to Save the NIH Public Access Policy

As indicated in recent postings ("Fair Copyright in Research Works Act: Ten Associations and Advocacy Groups Send Letter to Judiciary Committee Members Opposing Act" and "Urgent Call to Action: Conyers Bill Opposing NIH Open Access Policy May Soon Come to House Vote"), the fight over the Fair Copyright in Research Works Act (H.R. 801) is … Continue reading “Support Open Access: Contact House Judiciary Committee Members to Save the NIH Public Access Policy”

NEH Awards $474,474 in Digital Humanities Start-Up Grants

The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded $474,474 to Digital Humanities Start-Up Grants recipients. Here's an excerpt from the press release: Note: The We the People program encourages and strengthens the teaching, study, and understanding of American history and culture. Grants bearing this designation have been recognized for advancing the goals of this program. … Continue reading “NEH Awards $474,474 in Digital Humanities Start-Up Grants”

Digital University/Library Presses, Part 9: University of Cincinnati Digital Press

Established in 1995, the University of Cincinnati Digital Press is a service of the Digital Projects Department of the University of Cincinnati Libraries. The mission of the University of Cincinnati Digital Press is described as follows: The University of Cincinnati Digital Press is devoted to the electronic publication of original documentation of the Transmississippi West … Continue reading “Digital University/Library Presses, Part 9: University of Cincinnati Digital Press”