The Department of History at Michigan State University is seeking a specialist
in Digital Social Science and Humanities to coordinate its new digital
initiative, LEADR (Lab for the Education and Advancement in Digital
Research). The successful candidate will have knowledge of
digital research methods and tools; experience developing collaborative
research projects; strong oral and written communications skills; expertise
with website development and design; and the ability to work with students and
faculty members. The full time, annual year position is renewable annually,
contingent upon funding and job performance. Salary is commensurate with
experience. Travel and research budget negotiable.

  
LEADR is a joint, forward-looking, student-centered venture of MSU History and
Matrix. The cutting-edge lab will be housed in Old Horticulture Hall, home of
the MSU History Department. It will be a place for History and other MSU
undergraduate and graduate students to develop innovative digital and web-
based projects in collaboration with other students, faculty, and the digital
humanities specialist who manages the lab.

  
Duties

  * Establishing and managing LEADR;
  * Working with students and faculty members on digital research projects;
  * Working with Matrix and History faculty and students on grant applications;
  * Managing graduate and undergraduate lab employees;
  * Working with faculty to develop curriculum around LEADR;
  * Working with faculty to develop undergraduate internships around LEADR.
  * If the successful applicant has a PhD in History, which is not a requirement, the job could involve offering an undergraduate course.
Preferred Qualifications

  * Advanced degree (MA, PhD or ABD in a PhD program) in digital humanities, social sciences, library information, history or other humanities fields;
  * Knowledge of data mining and data visualization research and tools;
  * Knowledge of website or software development methodologies and applications.
To Apply

Applicants must apply at www.jobs.msu.edu. Job #8340. There you will receive
instructions about uploading a cover letter, CV and three confidential letters
of recommendation. In addition, email a cover letter and link to a website
containing your CV and links to projects you have been involved with to
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will begin on October 15 and continue until a hire is made.

  
Salary: $40K-$60K, annual year

  
Michigan State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. Applications from women and members of minority
groups are strongly encouraged. Persons with disabilities
have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.



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