This is a three-year, fixed-term position with the possibility for extension. The position is posted at the Librarian 2 and 3 level.  The role requires being onsite on the historic Stanford University campus.

 

Stanford Libraries is seeking a full-time Scholarly Communications Librarian to join the Office of Scholarly Communications. This position will provide key services that support the research and publishing activity of Stanford University. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will serve as the primary point of contact for scholarly communication issues, assisting Stanford researchers in navigating publishing and open access decisions, copyright and licensing concerns, and funder access requirements (including evolving needs for open and reproducible research in many disciplines). They will conduct outreach and create documentation and training that raises awareness of open access and Stanford’s Open Access Policy, deepens campus understanding of the scholarly publishing landscape, and promotes opportunities for Stanford researchers to maximize the reach and impact of their work. They will serve as a source of scholarly communication expertise for library colleagues and engage deeply in relevant cross-library projects, including the development and enhancement of tools, platforms, and workflows that support the dissemination of Stanford research.

 

This position is suited to candidates who thrive on researcher engagement and enjoy working in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. An ideal candidate will bring experience with librarianship, familiarity with research practice, and knowledge of the scholarly publishing landscape. Non-traditional candidates with experience in one or two of these areas but interest in and enthusiasm for all three are strongly encouraged to apply. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will be a member of the Office of Scholarly Communications, reporting to the Office’s Director, and will enjoy a unique opportunity to collaboratively shape an emerging service area at Stanford Libraries.

 

Core Duties*:

• Develops and implements an outreach and education program on scholarly communication topics, including open access, publishing models, copyright, funder sharing mandates, scholarly identifiers, and research impact.
• Creates and maintains information resources on scholarly communication topics.
• Provides consultation services on scholarly communication issues to Stanford faculty, staff, and students.
• Provides training on the use of scholarly communication-related tools and platforms.
• Collaborates with staff across the libraries on scholarly communications-related projects and services, including but not limited to:
  • Deposit of publications, data, and other scholarly materials to the Stanford Digital Repository
  • Development of Stanford Digital Repository features and workflows
  • Digital skills training initiatives relevant to open scholarship
  • Awareness and adoption of scholarly identifiers, such as ORCID iDs, DOIs, etc.
• Monitors trends and developments relevant to scholarly publishing, open access, and data sharing.

 

* - Other duties may also be assigned

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

To qualify at a Librarian 2 level:

 

Education and Experience:

 

• Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries, scholarly research and/or publishing and two or more years of relevant experience in a relevant library setting or a combination of education and relevant experience.

 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with relevant aspects of library operations and scholarly research and/or publishing, including understanding of contemporary practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of the broad scope of library operations and scholarly research and/or publishing with ability to understand how their role interacts with the rest of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and negotiate issues with people from different parts of the library and university.
• Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others in their resolution and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate online resources in terms of content quality, functionality and user interface issues.
• Ability to independently perform complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.
• Consistent display of strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated bibliographic expertise or basic managerial/supervisory skills.

To qualify at a Librarian 3 level:

 

Education and Experience:

 

• Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries, research, and/or scholarly publishing and five years of experience in a relevant library, research, and/or publishing setting with evidence of capacity to work at a high level of responsibility or a combination of education and relevant experience.

 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Deep understanding and engagement with the range of library, research and/or publishing operations, trends and practices.
• Evidence of professional contribution and achievement beyond the library may be expected at this rank.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with colleagues across the university and beyond in a collaborative and constructive fashion.
• Ability to manage projects, develop policies or drive library initiatives across functional lines.
• Understanding of software development life cycle and ability to interact effectively with staff engaged in software development.
• Demonstrated success in independently performing complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.
• Evidence of engagement in relevant professional or academic communities.
• Consistent display of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.

At all levels:

 

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

• Understanding of scholarly communication practices, including open access, open scholarship, and copyright.
• Familiarity with scholarly identifiers (e.g. ORCID iD, ROR, etc.), bibliometric data sources, and related scholarly communication infrastructure.
• Experience with institutional repository workflows.
• Familiarity with data management, manipulation and/or visualization (e.g., via command line utilities, scripting, or programming as well as version control tools such as GitHub) would be relevant and helpful
• Familiarity with computational research methods and related resource licensing, data sharing, and information policy issues.
• Experience designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining complex projects or services.
• Ability to think creatively and identify new service opportunities
• Ability to work as part of a small, highly collaborative team.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasps lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
• Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

Working Conditions:

• May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

 

Work Standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions. We believe Stanford’s future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.

The expected pay range for this position is $83,000 - $106,000 per annum for Librarian 2, and $100,000 - $129,000 per annum for Librarian 3.  Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About Stanford Libraries:

 

Stanford Libraries is a network of over 15 libraries with over 400 employees. The Libraries values are rooted in a commitment of mutual respect, the idea that every member of the staff has something to contribute, and that learning is constant. We seek a team member who is ready to share their skills and perspectives. We are committed to fueling the teaching, learning and research across Stanford by acquiring, stewarding, and making available a robust collection, currently in excess of 12 million items. Everyone in the organization plays a vital role in fulfilling that objective. Our dedication to discoverability and information management also has us engaged in dynamic global partnerships. We are constantly building and strengthening our organization, and we recognize striving for excellence is a marathon and not a sprint. We are constantly trying to strike the right pace, and admit there are times when we find ourselves at a fast jog. While we hope to always find candidates who fit within our organization, what we truly seek is someone who will add to our culture, our profession as well as the greater academic arena. We are invested in the success of our teams and the individuals who represent Stanford Libraries.

 

Why Stanford is for You:

 

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

 

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and course auditing. Join a TedTalk, watch a film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.