Digital Humanities Librarian

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Florida International University Libraries (FIU Libraries) serves as the intellectual heart of our students' academic journeys, offering pathways to knowledge and discovery, ultimately paving the way for student success. Our libraries provide essential resources crucial for research and innovation, fostering collaborative research endeavors and supporting scholars throughout the entirety of their research lifecycle. FIU Libraries is steadfast in its mission to be a catalytic leader in the realms of data, information, knowledge management, and digital technology. We are dedicated to empowering students and researchers in their pursuit of learning, discovery, exploration, and creation.

The Florida International University Libraries are seeking applicants for the role of Digital Humanities Librarian. This position will be part of our team of professionals dedicated to digital scholarship, with a focus on supporting research, teaching, and learning in the humanities and social sciences.

The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with library colleagues and act as a liaison to academic units throughout the campus. Responsibilities include providing training, facilitating project development, and offering consultation on current and evolving methods of digital scholarship. Serving as the Libraries' expert in emerging tools and methodologies for humanities research, the Digital Humanities Librarian will actively engage in outreach and campus initiatives, fostering strong connections with faculty and students while providing support for various digital scholarship services.

Responsibilities

• Supports digital literacy programs and initiatives through the Digital Scholar Studio by developing tutorials and instructional videos as well as delivering presentations, class instruction, and regularly scheduled workshops on topics related to digital humanities tools and methodologies
• Maintains the Digital Scholar Studio network and relationships with faculty, researchers, students, and staff through newsletters, emails, etc.
• Identifies and evaluates emerging digital humanities tools and methodologies
• Provides individual consultation and training for students and faculty
• Fosters and maintains relationships with the university community as well as peer institutions involved in humanities research and scholarship
• Assists students, faculty, and researchers in planning successful, creative, and sustainable digital projects
• Participates in grant writing and other funded activities relating to digital humanities
• Manages the Digital Scholar Studio (DSS) physical resources, including equipment checkout, space scheduling, and coordination for classes, workshops, and events
• Participates in strategic planning for the physical space and services offered through the Digital Scholar Studio with relevant campus stakeholders
• Engages in scholarly activity through presentations, conferences, workshops, seminars, or other activities that enhance professional knowledge in the area of digital humanities
• Serves the library and/or institution through contribution in meetings and committee work
• Serves the library profession through involvement in professional organizations and through cooperative efforts with other information professionals
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by department and assistant head

Minimum Requirements

• ALA accredited Master of Library Science (MLS or MLIS) degree
• Demonstrated experience with digital humanities and/or digital scholarship tools and methodologies
• Strong sense of teamwork and ability to work cross-departmentally with library and university stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership quality and experience in creating and supervising workflows and project implementation
• Two or more years of professional experience working with digital collections or digital scholarship
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and creativity
• Experience developing and delivering workshops and other training
• Experience working with faculty and students
• Familiarity with issues in copyright and open access
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Second Masters or Bachelors in the Humanities 

RANK

Open Rank
 

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 531861 at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/ and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.