Salary:                      Commensurate with experience
Benefits:                   The University offers generous benefits including paid time off (holidays, holy days and vacation), employer matching contributions to the retirement plan, and tuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Learn more and explore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location:                   Gumberg Library
Position Status:         Full-time                                             
Hours:                        Varied
Position Number:       241230/10-1186             
FLSA Status:              Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is the technical lead on ingestion of content into the library’s digital repositories, the co-developer of the library’s data and assessment dashboards, and the front-line support for ETD related activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises the 100+ graduate students each year in fulfilling the graduation requirement of completing the Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETD) filing. Works with the University Registrar, Graduate Council, and designated representatives from each school in assisting students, managing submissions, creating and updating documentation, and managing records. Ensures compliance with university guidelines, copyright law, and Proquest publishing rules for each dissertation and thesis.

Builds and leads the development of specialized collections with the institutional repository (Duquesne Scholarship Collection) in collaboration with faculty, students, the Spiritans, and other campus and external units.

Develops and provides instructional programs for management of research data as related to the institutional repository.

Assists the Head of Systems and Scholarly Communication with maximizing the $500,000+ library systems budget including the periodic review and replacement of the ILS and continuous evaluation of other library software products.

In collaboration with the Head of Systems and Scholarly Communication leads the development of the library analytics data collection and presentation on the Gumberg Library Dashboards.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in education with a focus on analytics and data management or a related field from an accredited educational institution.

1-3 years relevant work experience.

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s degree in education or related field from an accredited institution.

Alternatively, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

Ability to work in a technology-rich and rapidly changing environment.

Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to develop and deliver instruction sessions.

Ability to work collaboratively with other university and library units.

Knowledge of trends and issues related to scholarly publishing.

Knowledge of programming data visualization tools (for example Power BI, Python, and Tableau).

Knowledge of statistics software (for example R and SPSS).

Knowledge of metadata standards (for example Dublin Core and METS/ALTO).

Knowledge of institutional repository software (for example Digital Commons and CONTENTdm).

Sensitivity to the need of each individual to be treated with dignity and respect as it relates to the Mission of the University specifically.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit.  Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit.  Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

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About Duquesne University

Duquesne University, a private, Catholic institution, prides itself on being mission-centered and mission-driven. Our employees contribute to our culture of academic excellence and our mission of serving God by serving students. In turn, they enjoy a supportive working environment that values individual talents, encourages teamwork and rewards accomplishments. A nationally ranked top-tier university, Duquesne has established a legacy of excellence in liberal and professional education. Our 14:1 student-faculty ratio allows our students to work closely with expert faculty. Duquesne has also won accolades and recognition among the nation’s top 20 small research schools for our research initiatives and faculty productivity. Situated on a 50-acre campus within the city, Duquesne provides a small-town feel in an urban setting. The Pittsburgh region offers a variety of cultural, education and professional opportunities, as well as a safe and affordable lifestyle. We strive to attract, recruit and retain a dynamic, diverse workforce. Our employees benefit from an array of campus resources that provide convenience and cost savings, including a variety of dining options, a full-ser...vice Starbucks, a retail bank and credit union, a fitness center and year-round wellness programs and onsite parking. Employees also may take advantage of the many educational, cultural and sporting events sponsored by the university.

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