Open Rank - Libraries - Texas Tech University

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
TITLE: SCHOLARLY COMMUNICATIONS LIBRARIAN (Open Rank)
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Texas Tech University Libraries seeks a dynamic, innovative and
collaborative individual for the position of Scholarly Communication and Copyright Librarian. The
successful candidate will work with faculty, staff, and students to convey an understanding of the
changing modes of scholarly communication, open access and copyright issues, and scholarly publishing.
This tenure-track position reports directly to the Associate Dean of Libraries for Outreach and
Information Services.
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Assists the TTU community to share scholarly work and manage the complex copyrights
associated with those works and the works of other scholars.
Builds & sustains connections to university publications as appropriate to establish a continuum
of activity from traditional publishing through informal and open channels for scholarly
information sharing.
Assists and promotes publishing and the complimentary hosting of born digital publications and
collections
Works closely with digital preservation colleagues to help with creating and promoting
preservation services
Develops and delivers programming to raise the understanding and expertise of internal and
external staff related to scholarly communications, copyright, open access, and scholarly
publishing
Actively outreaches to increase awareness about scholarly communication issues, including
altmetrics and promoting ORCID IDs
Develops and or maintains tools, resources, and education programs related to publishing options,
agency specific requirements, author rights, and copyright/fair use concerns
Implements, maintains and develops reports / training models using PlumX
Collaborates with colleagues to build relationships with campus constituents related to scholarly
communications
Assesses scholarly communication efforts, campus needs and impact factors
Creates reports as requested.
Develops guidelines, policies, and best practices for the institutional repository and open access
initiatives, and advocates for deposit of scholarly content in the repository
Monitors legislative requirements, practices, and standards pertaining to scholarly
communications by government agencies, academic libraries, and interest groups, and
disseminates information broadly
Serves as a key resource for queries on copyright compliance and fair use pertaining to library
collections and instruction
Contributes to the profession’s collective knowledge by engaging in scholarly research activity
Engages in service to the Libraries, the University and to professional organizations by
participating in committee work, projects, and other contributory achievements
Collaborates with colleagues to create and promote data management services and procedures
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Engages in scholarly pursuits and other professional activities in accordance with Texas Tech
Libraries’ standards for promotion and tenure.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program.
Preferred: Experience with scholarly communications and research. Academic library experience.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The position is a 12-month appointment with a nationally competitive
salary. Librarians and archivists have academic status and are an integral part of the academic teaching
and research mission of the University. Comprehensive benefits include choice of retirement programs,
including TIAA-CREF; 12-17 state holidays; developmental leave opportunities; moving allowance; and
no state or local income tax.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Texas Tech University (http://www.ttu.edu/) is a state-supported
institution with an enrollment of around 35,000. It offers a wide range of academic programs in colleges
and schools, including graduate, law, and medicine. Texas Tech is a member of the Association of
Research Libraries, Greater Western Library Alliance and Texshare. The University Library
(http://library.ttu.edu/) has over 2.4 million volumes. Lubbock has a metropolitan population of over
250,000 and is the regional center for education, agriculture, health care, banking, and business.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: To apply for this position, please visit the Texas Tech University
Personnel site at: http://www.texastech.edu/careers/. Select Faculty and search for 3906BR. Please fill out
the electronic application and attach a cover letter indicating qualifications and interest in the position,
current vita, and names and contact information of three references. Review of applications will continue
until position is filled.
Texas Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications
from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans, and we consider the needs of dual career
couples. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research,
teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community at Texas Tech
University.
Why Lubbock?
Texas Tech is home to a diverse, highly esteemed pool of educators who excel in teaching, research and
service. In 2012, the university achieved National Research University status in the state of Texas,
receiving nearly $8 million annually from the NRU Fund to enhance research efforts. Total research
expenditures have increased 151 percent in the past four years, with expenditures in FY 2013 of more
than $137 million.
Now efforts are under way to enhance the university’s position as a great teaching and research institution
while achieving the characteristics of what are generally regarded as “Tier One” universities. As a
member of the Association of Research Libraries and the third largest academic library system in the
state, Texas Tech Libraries is an active partner in the university’s efforts to become one of the top
institutions in higher education.
While the momentum for excellence at Texas Tech has never been greater, the city of Lubbock continues
to be known for the charm and hospitality of its people. Here are just a few more reasons for calling
Lubbock home:
Affordable. The cost of living in the Lubbock area is far below the national average. According to the
Council for Community and Economic Research, Lubbock ranked 41st out of 308 urban areas in the
nation and 11th out of 34 urban areas in the state of Texas for lowest cost of living.
Comfortable. Lubbock has a mild climate with predominately warm days and cool nights throughout the
year. Summers are hot with relatively low humidity, while winters are typically sunny and mild with
infrequent extended cold periods. And it’s just a few hours’ drive from the mountains or the “big city.”
Entertaining. From art galleries to music to dance, Lubbock’s art culture is thriving. In addition, the
Lubbock area hosts numerous special events each year, including the National Cowboy Symposium &
Celebration, Lubbock Arts Festival and Lubbock Music Fest.
Health Care. Lubbock’s hospitals offer state-of-the-art medical technology and services making it
possible to receive world-class treatment and care locally. Indeed, the health care “hub” serves a
population of more than 1.2 million people.