James E Walker Library Linked Data Librarian Tenure-Track Faculty
James E Walker Library Linked Data Librarian Tenure-Track Faculty
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Job Title
James E. Walker Library (Linked Data Librarian) TenureTrack Faculty
Department
Library Collection Development & Management
University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching robust research/creative activity and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.
Salary
The salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.
Job Summary/Basic Function
Middle Tennessee State Universitys James E. Walker Library Department of Collection Development and Management (CDM) invites applicants for a fulltime 12month tenuretrack faculty position #401580 at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is as early as April 1 2025.
The department is comprised of seven units: Acquisitions Cataloging Collection Assessment Continuing Resources Special Collections Systems and Web & Discovery to the Chair of the CDM department the Linked Data Librarian will respond to the rapid developments in metadata and web technologies and the transition to the semantic web through linked data. The successful candidate will work to leverage the potential of linked data to expand webbased discovery of the librarys resources and address the conceptual technical creative and management aspects of linked data.
CDM currently participates in cataloging activities and national cooperatives that have global reach. The Linked Data Librarian will work closely with colleagues to continue and expand these efforts through linked data initiatives such as transforming existing library data implementing technologies and contributing to data repositories through authorities/identities creation. Using linked data standards such as RDF JSON BIBFRAME and SPARQL the Linked Data Librarian will permit library data to be exposed queried and discovered via the open web. Linked Data requires regular updating to provide the most accurate and current information about collections. The successful candidate will maintain knowledge of current and emerging developments related to linked data; spearhead opportunities to collaborate with others in the library and on campus; develop documentation; and create and manage authorities/identities. In addition the successful candidate is expected to monitor developments and build expertise in the library services platform (FOLIO) especially regarding soon to be released entity management functionality.
Required Education
A masters degree from an ALAaccredited program is required by the appointment date.
Required Related Experience
Two 2 years of fulltime experience in a professional postMLS cataloging position is required by the appointment date.
Other Desirables
Applicants with the following will receive special consideration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the semantic web
- Demonstrated experience with linked data creation including RDF
- Demonstrated experience with BIBFRAME and MARVA or other metadata editors
- Experience creating and editing NACO records and applying BIBCO standard elements
- Experience with MARC or other cataloging formats such as Dublin Core EAD TEI
- Experience in metadata manipulation tools such as MARCEdit or OpenRefine
- Experience with scripting or programming languages
- Project planning or workflow development experience
- Record of engagement in professional library or standards organizations
- Record of library and information science scholarship
Documents Needed to Apply
To successfully apply applicants must include a cover letter curriculum vitae statement of librarianship/teaching philosophy and a statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.
Special Instruction to Applicants
For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu/facultyrecruitment/.
If you need help applying please contact Mitzi Dunkley Faculty Recruitment Specialist at. If you have positionspecific questions please contact Jo Williams at
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical dental vision and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women minorities individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986. Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at.
MTSU is a Tobacco & DrugFree campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU
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Application Review Date:03/04/2025
Employment Type
Full Time
