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Form of workAbout the Opportunity
The Northeastern University Library is seeking a Metadata Assistant for a part-time position. The Metadata Assistant will create and enhance MODS records for the library's digital collection of texts and images. The work will include creating descriptive MODS metadata via spreadsheets as part of the digitization workflow and creating/enhancing MODS XML metadata using Oxygen. The position requires some experience in MODS and/or XML, and knowledge of LCSH and name authorities. The right person will be detail-oriented and able work with minimal supervision in collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
Enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS or equivalent
Experience with MODS and XML
Knowledge of LSCH and name authorities
Attention to detail
Proven ability to work independently
Strong communication skills
Hours:
15-17 hours a week. Hours can be flexible, but must fall between 9AM and 5PM, Monday-Friday.
Pay Rate: $19 - $21 per hour
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
The Northeastern University Library is seeking a Metadata Assistant for a part-time position. The Metadata Assistant will create and enhance MODS records for the library's digital collection of texts and images. The work will include creating descriptive MODS metadata via spreadsheets as part of the digitization workflow and creating/enhancing MODS XML metadata using Oxygen. The position requires some experience in MODS and/or XML, and knowledge of LCSH and name authorities. The right person will be detail-oriented and able work with minimal supervision in collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
Enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS or equivalent
Experience with MODS and XML
Knowledge of LSCH and name authorities
Attention to detail
Proven ability to work independently
Strong communication skills
Hours:
15-17 hours a week. Hours can be flexible, but must fall between 9AM and 5PM, Monday-Friday.
Pay Rate: $19 - $21 per hour
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
