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April 17, 2019 at 9:28 am #75867Matthew K. Gold (he/him)Participant
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From: Romphf, Joshua <jromphf@library.rochester.edu>
Date: Tue, Apr 16, 2019 at 11:11 AM
Subject: [DHSI] Immersive Technologies Librarian Position at the University
of Rochester
To: institute@lists.uvic.ca <institute@lists.uvic.ca>Hi all,
The University of Rochester’s Digital Scholarship Lab is hiring an
Immersive Technologies Librarian to lead the library’s XR efforts. Please
see the full job description below (or the attached PDF) for details on how
to apply.Thanks!
Josh
*Immersive Technologies Librarian*
University of Rochester, River Campus Libraries
Job ID: 214618
https://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/jobs/
*Position Summary:*
The Immersive Technologies Librarian’s primary focus is the creation of
Studio X, a program and space for students, staff, and faculty to
augmented, extended, mixed, and virtual reality (XR) and related
technologies. The purpose of Studio X is to inspire innovative and
interdisciplinary engagement, and to facilitate the development of a rich
community of practice for XR, an area that is a strategic research priority
at the University of Rochester. With the support of a range of
collaborators within the libraries and beyond, the Immersive Technologies a
Librarian designs and delivers an exploratory program that introduces
students and faculty to tools, approaches, and technologies that make up
XR, with an eye towards transforming coursework, inspiring new research
directions, and providing support to innovative student and faculty
projects. The Immersive Technologies Librarian will be part of a team
designing Studio X, which is set to open in 2020, and will take on the
responsibility of designing and bringing programming and support services
into the space.The Immersive Technologies Librarian joins the Digital Scholarship Lab, a
team already consulting on XR projects and is deeply engaged in innovative
research and teaching. This role has as peers Outreach Librarians already
providing on-ramp programming on a range of research and technology skills.
These peers will join forces with the Immersive Technologies Librarian to
find key curricular connections, and partner on creating and delivering XR
programming initiatives.*Responsibilities:*
XR Workshops, Events, Training, and other Academic Programming
– In collaboration with Outreach Librarians, Digital Scholarship Lab
colleagues, and other collaborators, design and implement a learning and
exploration program in XR technologies, methodologies, and critical
theoretical approaches that meets the needs of students and faculty across
disciplines
– Explore connections with the curriculum
– Build relationships with key faculty with research and teaching
interests in XR to explore potential programs and initiatives
– Design and implement learning opportunities for library staff in order
to build XR capacity in current and potential collaboratorsXR and Digital Scholarship Consultation
– Consult with faculty interested in utilizing XR technologies and
methodologies in their research
– Participate in interdisciplinary project teams in support of digital
scholarship projects
– Explore ways to offer consultation and one-on-one support services
through Studio X, with support from leadership across the libraries as
requiredXR Student Employee Management
– Mentor student-employees supporting Studio X programming and projects
– Design and deliver training for student employees supporting XR across
the librariesStudio X Space Management
– Help consult on the design, development, and maintenance of the Studio
space
– Assess programming and activities to meet evolving needs of faculty
and students engaged in XRProfessional Development
– Stay current of trends in XR and emerging digital scholarship
technologies, tools, and methodologies
– Maintain good knowledge of existing exemplary work, projects, best
practices, conferences, professional literature, and key players in XR and
XR support
– Share key learning as appropriate with DSL and Outreach colleaguesMiscellaneous Duties
– Participate in and support fundraising and grant writing initiatives
– Participate in and contributes towards River Campus Libraries and
University committees, meetings, and events
– Contribute to the profession through active participation in
conferences, associations, research, writing, etc.
– Perform other duties as assigned*Qualifications:*
– Post-graduate degree in library and information science from an
A.L.A.-accredited institution, or equivalent degree and experience
– Outstanding interpersonal skills and abilities
– Ability to working both independently and collaboratively in a team
environment
– Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills
– Experience with XR
– Instructional skills
– Willingness to learn and explore new and emerging technologies
– Self-starter who flexible, creative, and open to new challenges
– Strong commitment to diversity*Preferred Qualification & Competencies:*
– Experimentation with digital tools and methods in research and/or
teaching
– Project management
– Grant writingWhen applying online please submit cover letter & resume as one PDF
document.Josh Romphf
Programmer
Digital Scholarship Lab
River Campus Libraries / University of Rochester
585.276.6813
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