New Year Greetings Colleagues, I trust you’re well and in good spirits. See Scholarly Communications Librarian position description below; share broadly. Respectfully, Sandra Xavier University of Louisiana Scholarly Communications Librarian Description General Summary: Xavier University of Louisiana's University Library seeks a dynamic, engaging, and collaborative professional to lead the University Library's scholarly communication efforts in coordination with internal and external partners. Reporting to the Head of Research and Technology, the Scholarly Communications Librarian identifies, develops, and promotes strategic scholarly communication services and programs. The incumbent engages others around academic communication issues through outreach, education, training, and collaborative projects. The successful candidate will also be responsible for outreach, information literacy instruction, research support, and collection development in assigned disciplines and programs. The Scholarly Communication Librarian will help provide leadership and support for two primary services: the institutional repository and XULA Digital Commons, as well as lead scholarly communications, academic publishing, and copyright services. The Scholarly Communication Librarian should have a good understanding of these products and carry out routine tasks such as batch uploading or metadata reconciliation. They will also receive assistance with front and back end technical support by the Systems Librarian; work with subject specialty librarians on collections development and data acquisition, and assess users' unique needs around this technology and research outputs. The Scholarly Communication Librarian will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the Library's Data Services to create services and policies related to research data management. Job Responsibilities: ● Plan, implement and evaluate sustainable services and policies that support open access, preservation, and broad dissemination of University research and data. ● Oversee and manage XULA Digital Commons and Xavier’s institutional repository. ● Consult with faculty, graduate students, and university staff on best practices or strategies to better manage, describe, preserve, and make available scholarly work. ● Participate in local, regional, and national initiatives or meetings related to standards, best practices, and research lifecycle management activities and services. ● Provide general and specialized reference support virtually or at public service desks ● Support or train librarians on scholarly communication services or concepts where appropriate. ● Lead the Library’s scholarly communication program. Work collaboratively to set directions, manage projects, and educate the Xavier community. ● Serve as the Library’s expert on scholarly communication including, but not limited to, alternative publishing models, intellectual property rights, scholarly visibility and impact, online identity management, and equitable access to the University’s scholarly output. ● Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff. ● Implement an active and engaging outreach program to ensure awareness of scholarly communication issues and trends among the Xavier community. ● Oversee library publication projects. ● Advocate for community needs for other library staff. ● Advocate for campus-wide for open access. ● Lead exploration of best practices in documenting and strengthening access to the University’s intellectual output. ● Survey and assess community needs for scholarly communication services and programs. ● Partner with faculty on research projects and course design. ● Consult with faculty, students, and staff on scholarly communication issues and create educational resources on scholarly communication topics. ● Serve as liaison to one or more academic departments or programs. ● Participate in library liaison services, with collection development, library instruction, and outreach responsibilities, to academic departments as assigned Qualifications Required: ● MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution, or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline. ● A clear understanding of academic research and scholarly communication practices. ○ Experience advising others on scholarly communication topics. ○ Demonstrate the ability for developing effective and strategic partnerships with members of a diverse community. ○ Ability to effectively articulate complex concepts such as copyright, fair use, and open access. ○ Knowledge of and interest in issues, trends, and technologies related to scholarly communication. ○ Experience in successfully managing collaborative projects. ○ Demonstrate the ability to design and implement practical training modules/tools ○ Experience using technology to support service innovation and productivity enhancements ○ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Preferred: ● Record of interactions with faculty that demonstrate a deep understanding of the scholarly process ● Significant experience managing multiple projects concurrently in various stages of completion ● Between 1-3 years of experience of facilitating instruction or workshops with undergraduate or graduate students About Xavier University of Louisiana Founded in 1925 by Saint Katherine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service. About Xavier University of Louisiana’s University Library Xavier University Library provides access to materials that are the building blocks of knowledge and services that support the educational and research needs of the University. The Library provides access to a constantly expanding collection of more than 500,000 electronic resources, including e-books, e-journals, videos and more, accessible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year through the Library website. The collection also includes more than 100,000 physical materials. The Library offers opportunities for various types of knowledge creation, thanks to our Innovation Studio (MakerSpace), equipped with a laser cutter, 3D printers, CNC milling equipment and other tools for creating physical items, and our Data Visualization Lab, with tools to help turn data into understandable, digestible visual representations. The Library’s growing Institutional Repository, XULA Digital Commons, offers a platform for Xaverites to preserve and provide access to their creative and scholarly works, all while keeping their intellectual property protected. The Library offers a wide range of information services, including chat and email assistance, as well as in-person research consultation in both one-on-one and classroom settings. The Library is committed to offering students and faculty forward-thinking and sustainable information- and resource-management tools How to Apply: To apply, log in to Xavier’s online application site at https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials: (1) A letter of interest describing your professional goals, relevant preparation and experience for the position; (2) comprehensive curriculum vitae; (3) transcript; and (4) contact information for three references addressed to search committee chair, Kayla Siddell at ksiddell@xula.edu<mailto:ksiddell@xula.edu>. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Library is especially interested in exceptionally well qualified applicants who will contribute, through their leadership, research, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Sandra M. Phoenix HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. 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