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Licensing and Accessibility Librarian at University of North Texas

This position is responsible for collaboratively negotiating library contracts and ensuring those contracts meet all applicable state laws, adhere to UNT policy, and advance library needs. Alongside another librarian the LAL helps create and maintain documentation and uses the Sierra ILS and ERM to record metadata and contract information. The LAL evaluates the accessibility and online security of library resources and works collaboratively with ITSS and other university departments to ensure materials adhere to required standards.

https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81245

"The Fair for Research Software Principles after Two Years: An Adoption Update"

It should be noted that while the many activities listed here support increasing FAIRness of research software, most of them do not address aspects of all four of the FAIRness of research software foundational principles. . . . This reflects that the FAIR4RS Principles are aspirational and high-level, and do not contain detailed guidance on how to achieve them. This is because specific technologies and tools are always changing, while the principles are intended to be long-lasting. Consequently, additional work is needed to make it simpler for people wanting to follow the FAIR4RS Principles to know how to practically do so. The following initiatives are assisting in achieving this, with some of these initiatives specifically addressing the range of opportunities for future work identified in 2022 by the FAIR4RS Working Group, which developed the FAIR4RS Principles.

https://www.researchsoft.org/blog/2024-03/

Library Publishing Specialist at Purdue University

Supporting the Libraries goal to broaden availability of open scholarship to advance equitable and financially sustainable access to scholarly resources, this position supports Open Access publication of original scholarship at Purdue University. As part of the Libraries Publishing Unit, this position manages and maintains continued publication series, provides guidance and training to editors, and serves as liaison between clients, vendors, and the Libraries Publishing Unit.

https://tinyurl.com/36hxcpbx

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Ends APC Support and Requires Preprints

For over a decade, our foundation has championed transparency, access, and equity in scholarly publishing by working with publishers and journals to develop more open and accessible research publishing practices. But our quest for a truly equitable and inclusive scholarly publishing ecosystem remains incomplete. Today, we’re announcing a refreshed policy for our grantees that we hope will help foundation-supported breakthroughs reach the field in the fastest and fairest way possible.

At its core, the policy will:

End the foundation’s payment of individual article publishing fees such as APCs—paving the way for more equitable publishing models

Require grantees to share preprints of their articles—breaking free from journal constraints while prioritizing access to research and preserving grantee publishing choices

https://tinyurl.com/mtba833c

2024 Fedora Technology Assessment Report

The Fedora Program Team, in collaboration with the Technology Working Group, designed a project to understand the specific Fedora-related priorities of using institutions, along with the capacity and available resources of both individuals and institutions to contribute to the Fedora community between 2024 and 2026. They collaborated with the Research and Innovation Division at Lyrasis to survey Fedora users. Responses were collected between November 2023 and January 31, 2024, and analyzed by Leigh A. Grinstead, Senior Digital Services Consultant from Lyrasis, an independent, nonprofit, research group.

https://tinyurl.com/2s4b4rec

Lead Librarian for Research Strategies at Cornell University

This position is based in the John M. Olin Library, currently reimagining services and facilities. As a central research hub for the College of Arts and Sciences, this is an important location at the heart of campus; the person in this position will strategize research services and directions for the humanities and social sciences and will contribute to research services across Cornell’s large and complex Library system.. . . If you’re interested in how AI and/or critical digital literacies interact with research, this would be a great opportunity to develop innovative services and hold a leadership role in public services at a major research institution.

https://tinyurl.com/eeb24e8y

"On the Fast Track to Full Gold Open Access"

The world of scientific publishing is changing; the days of an old type of subscription-based earnings for publishers seem over, and we are entering a new era. It seems as if an ever-increasing number of journals from disparate publishers are going Gold, Open Access that is, yet have we rigorously ascertained the issue in its entirety, or are we touting the strengths and forgetting about constructive criticism and careful weighing of evidence? We will therefore present the current state of the art, in a compact review/bibliometrics style, of this more relevant than ever hot topic and suggest solutions that are most likely to be acceptable to all parties–while the performed analysis also shows there seems to be a link between trends in scientific publishing and tumultuous world events, which in turn has a special significance for the publishing environment in the current world stage.

https://arxiv.org/abs/2311.08313

Content & Licensing Specialist at Ontario Colleges Library Service

OCLS is seeking a Content & Licensing Specialist to support our suite of Content & Licensing services, with a primary focus on eResources Management. Reporting to the Manager of Content & Licensing, the successful candidate will work with electronic resource vendors to support the acquisition, renewal, licensing, and administration of electronic resources on behalf of the colleges; assist with updating and maintaining the information sharing and collaborative tools that support those activities; and provide customer service directly to the staff of the Ontario college libraries.

https://tinyurl.com/yu5jxa4n

"Guest Post — Making Sense of Open Access Business Models "

As part of my work to help not-for-profit publishers with their open access (OA) transitions, I have developed a classification system for OA business models. Considering the different models as broad groups with shared attributes enables us to have more effective discussions about what types of model are the best fit for each publisher, taking into consideration the discipline in which they publish, the geographic diversity of their authors, existing institutional and funder relationships and mandates, and of course the types of content they publish. . . .In the rest of this blog post I’ll give you a short summary of each category and describe what I consider to be the archetypal business model within each of them.

https://tinyurl.com/6cdda452

Library Applications Analyst at University of Adelaide

Key elements to this role are assessing and advocating for improvements to library systems and related processes, thorough documentation of systems including key interfaces with university systems and seizing opportunities for library technologies to positively impact teaching, learning and research outcomes.

https://tinyurl.com/ekep4su2

"Human-Centered Explainable Artificial Intelligence: An Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (Arist) Paper"

Explainability is central to trust and accountability in artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The field of human-centered explainable AI (HCXAI) arose as a response to mainstream explainable AI (XAI) which was focused on algorithmic perspectives and technical challenges, and less on the needs and contexts of the non-expert, lay user. HCXAI is characterized by putting humans at the center of AI explainability. . . . This review identifies the foundational ideas of HCXAI, how those concepts are operationalized in system design, how legislation and regulations might normalize its objectives, and the challenges that HCXAI must address as it matures as a field.

https://doi.org/10.1002/asi.24889

Systems Librarian at United States Naval Academy

We are seeking a Systems Librarian GS-1410-09/11 to join our dynamic team at the United States Naval Academy’s Nimitz Library located in Annapolis, MD. This job is predominantly onsite with limited telework opportunities. Must be able to report as needed on weekends and after hours.

https://tinyurl.com/mw97maue

"Exploring the Potential of Large Language Models and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GPT): Applications in Library and Information Science"

The presented study offers a systematic overview of the potential application of large language models (LLMs) and generative artificial intelligence tools, notably the GPT model and the ChatGPT interface, within the realm of library and information science (LIS). The paper supplements and extends the outcomes of a comprehensive information survey on the subject matter with the author’s own experiences and examples showcasing possible applications, demonstrated through illustrative instances. This study does not involve testing available LLMs or selecting the most suitable tool; instead, it targets information professionals, specialists, librarians, and scientists, aiming to inspire them in various ways.

https://doi.org/10.1177/09610006241241066

Digital Stewardship Librarian at Amherst College

As part of a collaborative, dynamic, and diverse team, the Digital Stewardship Librarian coordinates the planning and implementation of digital preservation strategies, digital records management, and research data support for the library and the college. Works with colleagues in IT and the library to develop and implement policies, procedures, and workflows for data management and preservation that are consistent with best practices in the profession. Works with colleagues in Archives & Special Collections and across the college to facilitate digital records transfer to the Archives. Consults with departments and faculty on best practices for managing research data.

https://tinyurl.com/2w7pfkva

"Introducing HathiTrust’s New Strategic Vision"

The new strategic directions acknowledge this by prioritizing work in the following ways:

Enabling broader, more expansive access to the collection, including lawful access to copyrighted materials.

Expanding and diversifying the subject matter and sources of the collection, while reaffirming our focus on books and serial content.

Taking an ambitious, proactive approach to the stewardship of metadata and content, with investments in existing and emerging technologies to enrich the metadata, content, and user experience.

Adopting a renewed focus on the development of flexible and resilient technical and organizational infrastructure.

https://tinyurl.com/bdnnrcw7

Digital Imaging Specialist at National Agricultural Library

In this position, you will work with staff on selection and coordination of materials for digitization, ensuring that all digitized information, including corresponding metadata, is processed according to the digitization master plan, is of appropriate quality, and is consistent with prescribed standards.

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/782891400

"Training in Open Access for Doctoral Students: Results of a Survey of Current and Recent Students and Supervisors"

The large majority of current and recent doctoral students and supervisors indicated there was no mandatory open access training at their institutions. More than half of respondents thought they had good or excellent understanding of open access, with those who had completed training more likely to highly rate their understanding. Only 27% of respondents felt the level of training offered was sufficient.

https://doi.org/10.47989/ir291679

Geographic Information Systems and Statistics Librarian at MIT

[T]o support the MIT community by providing GIS and statistical software services, instruction, and consultation as part of the GIS and statistical software services team. Responsibilities will include coordinating instructional programs, maintaining GIS and statistical software tools, assisting with data selection and procurement, and fostering inclusive practices in geospatial and statistical instruction.

https://tinyurl.com/mv85xt8c

"We Need to Rethink the Way We Identify Diamond Open Access Journals in Quantitative Science Studies"

With the announcement of several new diamond open access (OA) related initiatives, such as the Action Plan for Diamond Open Access, the DIAMAS and CRAFT-OA projects, and the recent creation of the Global Summit on Diamond Open Access, it is clear that diamond OA is now at the forefront of the OA movement. Diamond OA is a publishing model that is free for both authors and readers, with the publishing costs generally assumed by grants, governments, subsidies, or a community. However, while working on our recent Quantitative Science Studies publication and dataset, we noticed that temporarily waiving APCs was a commonly used strategy by the Big 5 for-profit publishers for some of their journals. This letter discusses the need for more cautiousness when doing research about diamond OA and APCs, as well as the need for more transparency in the costs for publishing.

https://doi.org/10.1590/SciELOPreprints.8272

Research Informatics Specialist at University of Oklahoma

The research informatics specialist is a member of the Digital Scholarship and Data Services department which resides within the Digital Strategies and Innovation division. Reporting to the Director of Digital Scholarship and Data Services, this role performs information engineering in the form of automation, storage, and retrieval of information through the use and development of cyberinfrastructure.

The primary support focus for this role is research endeavors spanning STEM, Social Science, and Digital Humanities, and may be included in grants as a project resource.

https://tinyurl.com/3c437she

"Publicly Shared Data: A Gap Analysis of Researcher Actions and Institutional Support throughout the Data Life Cycle"

[This report] examines research data management and sharing practices at six research-intensive academic institutions: Cornell University, Duke University, University of Michigan, University of Minnesota, Virginia Tech, and Washington University in St. Louis. Sponsored by the US National Science Foundation (grant #2135874) and part of ARL’s Realities of Academic Data Sharing (RADS) Initiative, this report highlights where service gaps may exist between researchers’ needs and the services and support provided by institutions.

https://tinyurl.com/mtdjvecu

Data Services Librarian at Xavier University

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Public Services, the successful candidate for this full-time position (37.5 hours/week) will develop and launch a data literacy program to provide consultative and instructional library services that advance students’ ability to discover, analyze, visualize, and use data effectively. The position will support student needs for finding, managing, interpreting and incorporating data into their research. Services will include data discovery, curation (publication, visualization, storage, etc.), and data management (citation management, ethical use, digital accessibility, etc.) to assist student research, scholarship, and data literacy.

https://tinyurl.com/28jsyakv

"Research Data Management Sustainability: Services, Infrastructure, Accountability, and Planning"

This study aims to update on the status of RDMS service offerings, staffing and funding, and presents them according to the number of years a library has offered the service. This work also investigates RDMS service fulfillment, accountability in providing support, and planning strategies within the same institution sample. Updating the RDMS status, broadening the facets addressed, and presenting the data by cohort provides detail into how services have been maintained or developed so that institutions at a similar stage can make clearer decisions about how to keep RDMS sustainable.

https://tinyurl.com/22cexhrt

Library Web Developer at The Claremont Colleges

The Library Web Developer is solely responsible for the development, design and collaborative integration of The Claremont Colleges Library website with related systems/platforms to maintain and elevate the Library’s online presence as both a point of service and communications platform. This requires design and customization of the user interface of library-specific Software-as-Service digital asset management platforms, web-based information management systems, and discovery tools; and the integration of web applications such as the reservation system, digital signage software, social media and more.

https://tinyurl.com/2mcsuejt

"Controlled Experiment Finds No Detectable Citation Bump from Twitter Promotion"

Multiple studies across a variety of scientific disciplines have shown that the number of times that a paper is shared on Twitter (now called X) is correlated with the number of citations that paper receives. However, these studies were not designed to answer whether tweeting about scientific papers causes an increase in citations, or whether they were simply highlighting that some papers have higher relevance, importance or quality and are therefore both tweeted about more and cited more. The authors of this study are leading science communicators on Twitter from several life science disciplines, with substantially higher follower counts than the average scientist, making us uniquely placed to address this question. We conducted a three-year-long controlled experiment, randomly selecting five articles published in the same month and journal, and randomly tweeting one while retaining the others as controls. This process was repeated for 10 articles from each of 11 journals, recording Altmetric scores, number of tweets, and citation counts before and after tweeting. Randomization tests revealed that tweeted articles were downloaded 2.6–3.9 times more often than controls immediately after tweeting, and retained significantly higher Altmetric scores (+81%) and number of tweets (+105%) three years after tweeting. However, while some tweeted papers were cited more than their respective control papers published in the same journal and month, the overall increase in citation counts after three years (+7% for Web of Science and +12% for Google Scholar) was not statistically significant (p > 0.15). Therefore while discussing science on social media has many professional and societal benefits (and has been a lot of fun), increasing the citation rate of a scientist’s papers is likely not among them.

https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0292201