From: Scott A Warren <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:15:03 +0000

Syracuse University Libraries is seeking applicants for an Open
Publishing Librarian.

The position leads Syracuse University’s institutional repository
(SURFACE) and manages a variety of projects to produce high-quality
digital publications in multiple genres and formats.  The position
provides outreach and support for open publishing initiatives,
including open journals; provides copyright services on the Libraries’
behalf; promotes author rights to University researchers, and promotes
the development and adaptation of open educational resources.

The job is posted at: http://www.sujobopps.com/postings/68328.

More complete description below my signature.

Thanks,

Scott Warren

Scott Warren | Associate Dean for Research and Scholarship
Syracuse University Libraries
222 Waverly Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13244

t 315.443.8339  f 315.443.2060  e [log in to unmask]  w library.syr.edu

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
syr.edu

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This Position at the Syracuse University Libraries leads the
Libraries’ open publishing services for the University community.  The
position develops, champions, and assesses business models for open
publishing, broad technical requirements, partnerships, strategy, and
necessary policies and procedures. The position helps the Libraries
serve the University not only as its principal buyer and lessor of
scholarship, but by enhancing its global reputation through open
distribution of its scholarly and creative works.

The position leads Syracuse University’s institutional repository
(SURFACE) and manages a variety of projects to produce high-quality
digital publications in multiple genres and formats.  The position
provides outreach and support for open publishing initiatives,
including open journals; provides copyright services on the Libraries’
behalf; promotes author rights to University researchers, and promotes
the development and adaptation of open educational resources. It also
shapes connections between instructional programming and scholarly
communication through the development of new collaborative
partnerships and through assisting faculty and researchers to make
greater use of services provided via  SURFACE.

This position requires:

•               At least 1 year of experience in an academic library
or research setting or an equivalent combination of education and
experience

•               At least 2 years plus digital scholarly publishing
experience – ideally in an open context

•               Strong understanding of contemporary developments in
digital publishing, open access initiatives, open educational
resources, and the open publishing landscape, including copyright and
other author’s rights

•               Strong knowledge of contemporary developments in
digital research

•               Demonstrated experience with scholarly editorial practices

•               Experience with repository software, services, and
functional development

•               Solid budgetary and management experience

•               Strong analytical skills and experience with
statistical tools, including producing reports, visualizing data and
communicating findings