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The Purdue University Libraries seek a librarian with a knowledge base and
interest in digital data curation to assist in coordinating the Purdue
University Research Repository (PURR, http://research.hub.purdue.edu):
Purdue's institutional digital data repository service. The
responsibilities of the Digital Data Repository Specialist include:

  
* Overseeing and providing support for the day-to-day operation of the PURR service  
* Coordinating the certification and audit of PURR as a Trustworthy Digital Repository (ISO 16363)  
* Collaborating with subject-specialist librarians to engage researchers on data curation  
* Partnering with colleagues across departments and offices to support the adoption and improvement of PURR, providing outreach and support to users of the PURR service  
* Evaluating current and relevant technologies, standards, and practices in systems that are used to manage digital information in a library context  
  
Required Qualifications:

  
* MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience  
* Experience managing and/or developing repositories and digital collections  
* Experience in supporting and participating in scholarly communications and sponsored research  
* Experience as a successful collaborator in a collegial research library environment  
  
Preferred Qualifications:

  
* Functional competency in one or more major descriptive metadata standards  
* Experience with current digital preservation practices and tools, the research process and data life cycle, and trends in the organization and management of digital information  
  
Additional information:

  
The Purdue Libraries are nationally and internationally recognized for
leadership and innovation. West Lafayette offers a low
cost-of-living, excellent schools, and friendly neighbors.
Salary and benefits are very competitive. A check of criminal conviction
records will be made for employment in this position. FLSA: Exempt (Not
Eligible for Overtime). This is a limited duration position expected to last
approximately 18 months with continuation dependent on renewal of funds.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action
employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

  
Apply online:

  
http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/wl/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=145120



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