Semantic Web Programmer/Developer


Brown University is in the process of implementing VIVO <http://vivoweb.org>,
an open source semantic web application that supports and facilitates
research discovery within and among institutions.  The Brown University
Library is seeking a Semantic Web Programmer/Developer to play a vital role
in the launch and support of this new campus enterprise system.  *This full
time, permanent position is an exciting opportunity for a programmer with
experience in semantic web technologies to advance a large-scale linked
open data project.*


The Semantic Web Programmer/Developer is responsible for initial data
ingest planning and execution, for configuration of local extensions to the
application ontology and for ongoing maintenance of ontology and data.  The
position develops and documents scripts using XML and semantic web
technologies to process data and metadata from institutional databases of
record, online databases of publications and research grant information,
and other sources as identified by campus stakeholders.  S/He writes
programs and web services to return integrated and enhanced data to
institutional stakeholders in RDF, XML, JSON, and other formats for
reporting analysis, archiving, and display. The position participates
actively in the VIVO development network and represents Brown in the
national VIVO community.  The position reports to the Head, Integrated
Technology Services in the Brown University Library.


Qualifications

-- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Advanced Degree in Information
Science; plus three to five years relevant experience

-- Experience working with RDF data model and semantic web design principles

-- Experience with formal ontology languages such as OWL and RDFS

-- Experience with languages for querying RDF (e.g., SPARQL, SeRQL)

-- Experience with one or more metadata manipulation and scripting
languages: XSLT, Java, Perl, Python, or PHP.

-- Knowledge of data extraction, mining, harvesting techniques and tools

-- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

-- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team


Preferred Qualifications:

-- Experience with Jena or other semantic web libraries

-- Experience with deployment of RDF triple stores in a production
environment

-- Experience with metadata issues related to the discovery of academic
resources

To apply for this position (JOB# B01403), please visit Brown’s Online
Employment website (https://careers.brown.edu), complete an application
online, attach documents, and submit for immediate consideration.
Documents should include cover letter, resume, and the names and e-mail
addresses of three references.  Review of applications will continue until
the position is filled.   *Brown University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer*

-- 
Jean Rainwater
Head, Integrated Technology Services
Brown University Library
10 Prospect Street / Box A
Providence, Rhode Island 02912
401.863.9031
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