Scholarly Communications
University of Texas Libraries
The University of Texas at Austin
POSITION AVAILABLE: August 16, 2024. Position is subject to renewal each semester.
WORK SCHEDULE: 20 hours/week. Flexible hours, typically Monday-Friday between 7am and 6pm. Flexible work arrangements available.
DUTIES:
- Assist the Open Education Librarian in maintaining the open education program at UT Austin, including existing programs such as the Affordable Education Champions program and the Open Education Fellowship.
- Promote the use and creation of OER and affordable materials
- Capture the usage, benefits, and cost savings of open and affordable course content on campus
- In collaboration with the Open Education Librarian, guide faculty in discovery, dissemination and assessment of open content, and/or identifies Libraries-owned resources that could increase affordability.
- Assist with efforts to implement and coordinate an outreach and professional development program for faculty and librarians to support the adoption, adaptation, and creation of high-quality OER (e.g. workshops, online content).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate student in good academic standing at UT Austin iSchool enrolled for 9 semester hours during the fall and spring semesters, and at least 3 semester hours during the summer session.
- Customer service skills.
- A desire to learn.
- The ability to communicate effectively in person and in multiple media.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with any of the following: scripting languages, data visualization, data cleaning or manipulation, digital humanities tools or platforms, metadata.
- Instruction or teaching experience.
Promotion and marketing skills, especially social media
We want to emphasize that although experience in certain areas is desirable, candidates who meet the required qualifications and demonstrate excellent promise are encouraged to apply and will be given serious consideration, especially those who are underrepresented in this field.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Regular indoor working conditions.
SALARY/BENEFITS: $1733 per month. Exemption from non-resident tuition. Benefits eligible. TRB is not available for this position for long semesters.
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS: Interested candidates should submit, via e-mail, a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to:
Heather Walter
Tocker Open Education Librarian
Scholarly Resources
University of Texas Libraries
The University of Texas at Austin
Email: heather.walter@austin.utexas.edu
The University of Texas Libraries advances teaching, catalyzes research, and democratizes learning in order to develop critical thinkers and global citizens. As an essential campus partner in building a rich research and learning ecosystem, we are committed to creating and sustaining a community that welcomes and respects all individuals, celebrates different perspectives and experiences, and fosters belonging.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
