[Neasis-l] 5 Great MIT job openings
Annie Erdmann
erdmann.ann at gmail.com
Fri Jul 29 11:21:47 EDT 2016
This post comes from our wonderful previous Chapter Chair, Olimpia Caceres-
Brown at MIT. She says that at the MIT Libraries they have a new director
and they are hiring!
http://careers.mit.edu/
Project Manager/ Business Analyst
Grants Development Officer
Human Resources Assistant
Teaching and Learning Program Manager and Liaison Librarian
Director of Digital Projects
Sorry for the long list of job descriptions, but please share them with
anyone and everyone. This is what was sent over to me.
Annie Erdmann
NE-ASIST Chapter Chair
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PROJECT MANAGER/BUSINESS ANALYST
Technology Planning, Integration, and Experience (TPIE)
*(Administrative Staff)*
The MIT Libraries are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic project
manager/business analyst to help enhance the Libraries’ project and
portfolio management processes and capacity across the organization. The
successful candidate will join the TPIE department, working to optimize
library technologies, services and spaces for maximum value to the MIT and
global communities through project and portfolio management, user
experience, and web services.
*RESPONSIBILITIES: *The Project Manager/Business Analyst will report to the
Head for TPIE and have major responsibility in the areas of project
management and planning; team building and coordination; process management
and improvement; business analysis and quality control; and, portfolio
management. The PM/BA manages the full project delivery process including
scope development, assessing the impact of change, budget preparation, work
plan development, and day-to-day management. S/he plans, directs, and
coordinates project team activities to design, deliver and maintain high
quality systems and solutions and provides leadership to teams in
determining project requirements and translating them into operational
plans. The PM/BA identifies, monitors, and reviews all project economics
and risks, and assembles the appropriate blend of resources to meet project
requirements. S/he collaborates with MIT Libraries and other campus service
providers to evaluate and improve business processes, systems, and services
and ensures that appropriate knowledge is transferred to IT, Libraries’
stakeholders, and end users. The PM/BA is responsible for managing
concurrent projects, blending traditional project management principles and
practices with an Agile development approach to deliver an appropriate
balance of agility and predictability. S/he helps manage the organization’s
portfolio of work, ensuring transparency and effective communication. The
PM/BA supports the intake of projects through a transparent and inclusive
IT governance process. S/he identifies improvement opportunities, assesses
the impact of change, captures and documents requirements, and ensures IT
subsequently delivers promised value while supporting the organization
through the process. S/he coordinates/leads training efforts for enterprise
applications. The PM/BA also helps to manage project and portfolio
artifacts, decisions, communications, metrics, and reporting.
Examples of MIT Libraries’ IT projects may include the implementation of
locally developed open source software or vended systems such as:
implementing tools to manage publications under MIT’s Open Access policy,
leveraging API’s for digital library or repository services on the DSpace
and Fedora platforms, enhancements to the library search and discovery
ecosystem, and the implementation of systems, tools and practices for
comprehensive digital preservation.
*REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS *include some combination of: Bachelor’s degree or
equivalent experience. At least five years direct work experience in a
project management/business analysis capacity, including all aspects of
process development and execution. Expert knowledge of both Agile/Scrum and
traditional project management principles and practices. Demonstrated
ability to align project management approaches with individual project
needs, to blend PM methodologies to meet project requirements, to manage
competing demands, and to adapt to shifting priorities and timelines.
Evidence of business analysis skills, e.g. requirements gathering, impact
assessment, user acceptance testing, use case development, gap analysis.
Demonstrated familiarity with project portfolio management methods, e.g.
project intake, prioritization, resource demand planning, communication.
Experience managing software development projects and implementation,
configuration, and customization of commercial and open source
applications. Sufficient technical background to provide credible
leadership to IT/development teams and to accurately and objectively
evaluate complex project risks and issues. Proven ability to build
partnerships and encourage collaboration between individuals and teams and
success in working with cross functional teams comprised of both technical
and non-technical individuals. Strong critical thinking and problem solving
skills and adeptness at conducting research into project-related issues and
products. Excellent oral and written communications skills, including
influencing and negotiation skills. Strong interpersonal skills including
mentoring, team building and conflict negotiation. *Preferred* – Advanced
degree. PMP certification. PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent. Experience in
higher education.
*SALARY AND BENEFITS:* Estimated hiring range is $95,000-$110,000. Actual
salary will depend on qualifications and experience. MIT offers excellent
benefits including a choice of health and retirement plans, a dental plan,
tuition assistance, and fully subsidized MBTA passes for local bus and
subway service. The MIT Libraries afford a flexible and collegial working
environment and foster professional growth of staff with management
training and travel funding for professional meetings.
*APPLICATION PROCESS: *Apply online at: http://careers.mit.edu/. Priority
consideration will be given to applications received by August 22, 2016.
Application must include cover letter, resume, and contact information for
three references.MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within
its community and particularly encourages applications from qualified women
and minority candidates.
*================================*
*Robin M. Deadrick*
Human Resources Administrator
MIT Libraries
77 Massachusetts Ave.
Room 14S-324
Cambridge MA 02139-4307
617.253.9322
Grants Development Officer
Libraries’ Development Office
The MIT Libraries seek an ambitious and collaborative individual with
excellent writing and communication skills to identify potential funding
opportunities and produce strategies and proposals for the Libraries and
MIT Press. This position is part of a small development team and will have
the opportunity to develop a comprehensive grants program for a dynamic
research library and world-class university press.
The Grants Development Officer will work in in collaboration with the
Director of Development and key staff of the Libraries and MIT Press to
develop a comprehensive grants management program. Responsibilities
include but are not limited to:
· Increasing awareness and engagement in grant opportunities and
outcomes across Libraries and Press.
· Identifying relevant funding opportunities (foundation,
corporate, and government) and developing and coordinating proposal
submission process.
· Building strong working relationships with staff within the MIT
Libraries, MIT Press, the Office of Foundation Relations, and the Office of
Sponsored Programs.
· Keeping leadership informed of current and pending grants within
the Libraries and Press, as well as developments and trends across MIT and
the broader grant funding landscape.
· Working closely with Office of Sponsored Programs staff to ensure
efficient and timely review and submission of all proposals (when
appropriate) and tracking and monitoring all Libraries/Press proposal
activity (funded and not funded).
· Assisting in reporting process for awarded grants, including
periodic and final reports and renewal applications submitted to funders.
*REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS *include some combination of:
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Three to five years of experience in grant writing, including
familiarity with researching funding opportunities and application pipeline
processes.
- Outstanding persuasive writing skills, including the ability to
clearly articulate complex topics and funding priorities.
- Demonstrated success securing foundation, corporate, and government
grants.
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities, organize workload, manage
competing demands, meet deadlines, and set and follow through on ambitious
goals
- Demonstrated ability to interact comfortably and productively with
staff, key leadership, and external constituents at all levels.
- Experience with organizational and program budgets to assist and
advise on project budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
*SALARY AND BENEFITS: *Estimated hiring range is $80,000-$90,000; actual
depending upon qualifications and experience. MIT offers excellent benefits
including a choice of health and retirement plans, dental plan, tuition
assistance and fully-subsidized MBTA passes for local bus and subway
service. The MIT Libraries afford a flexible and collegial working
environment and foster professional growth of staff with management
training and travel funding for professional meetings.
*APPLICATION PROCESS: *Apply online at: http://careers.mit.edu/;
applications must include cover letter and resume. Priority will be given
to applications received by August 22, 2016; position open until filled.
MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community
and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and minority
candidates.
Human Resources Assistant
Administrative Services
*(part-time)*
The MIT Libraries seek a highly-organized, self-motivated individual to
provide high-level administrative support to the Libraries’ human resources
and staff development functions. This position provides an excellent
opportunity to support the staff and daily activities of a dynamic academic
research library system.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Human Resources Assistant will provide direct support
to the Libraries’ Human Resources Administrator and the Director of
Community Support and Staff Development. Participating heavily in the
Libraries’ search process, the Assistant will post job ads, manage
applicant correspondence, and schedule search committee activities,
including managing a complex interview process. The Assistant will also
contribute to the intern and fellowship programs, managing postings,
tracking responses, maintaining files and databases, etc. In support of
staff training and other events, the HR Assistant will schedule and manage
logistics which includes reserving rooms, ordering food, arranging AV,
etc. Other duties include responding to general inquiries regarding
Institute and Libraries’ policies and procedures; submitting HR actions;
maintaining and updating internal websites and wikis; and tracking and
ensuring annual forms and/or activities are completed by appropriate staff
members. The HR Assistant will contribute to other services and projects
in Administrative Services as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of three years direct/related experience. Strong
computer skills in Windows environment and software including Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Web browsers, e-mail, and calendar software as well as
willingness and ability to learn additional programs/systems as needed.
Excellent administrative and organizational skills, including ability to
multi-task and manage competing priorities. Attention to detail and
demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems and to follow-through on
tasks and projects. Ability to work independently and resourcefully with
minimal supervision and with frequent interruptions. Ability to exercise
independent judgment and discretion and to understand and respect issues of
a confidential nature. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience and
diplomacy, and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Desirable: College degree.
Work experience in the academic environment; MIT experience a plus.
Experience with SAP.
SCHEDULE: 17.5 hours per week between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday –
Friday. Schedule to be determined.
HOURLY RATE AND BENEFITS: $22.00/hour minimum. Actual based on
qualifications and experience.
MIT offers excellent benefits including a choice of health plans, a dental
plan, tuition assistance and fully subsidized MBTA passes for local bus and
subway service. The MIT Libraries affords a flexible and collegial working
environment and provides opportunities for training and skill development.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online at: http://careers.mit.edu.
Applications must include cover letter and resume.
MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community
and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and ethnic
minority candidates.
*================================*
*Robin M. Deadrick*
Human Resources Administrator
MIT Libraries
77 Massachusetts Ave.
Room 14S-324
Cambridge MA 02139-4307
617.253.9322
*[Please share this posting with appropriate lists or colleagues who may be
interested and/or contact me if you know of potential candidates we may
want to recruit. The posting will be available later today or tomorrow on
both the Libraries’ and MIT sites. –Robin]*
*Teaching and Learning Program Manager*
*and Liaison Librarian*
Liaison, Instruction and Reference Services
*(Librarian I or II)*
The MIT Libraries seek a program manager to advance a next-generation
instruction program that is aligned with MIT educational initiatives,
innovative and interdisciplinary scholarship, and the “learn by doing”
culture at MIT. In an era in which the success of almost every endeavor
requires expert use of information, and solving global problems may require
revising knowledge practices across many disciplines, academic libraries
can make a unique contribution. The T&L Program Manager and Liaison will
collaborate with partners throughout the MIT Libraries and across campus to
advance the abilities of scholars to work effectively in the evolving
networked information landscape as well as help shape it.
Program management responsibilities:
· Systematically integrate knowledge about teaching and research at
MIT into an evolving library instruction program.
· Lead the development of a library T&L program that builds the
teaching skills of library staff, supports faculty who are teaching with
technology, and brings research into practice.
· Align the Library’s instruction program with major MIT
initiatives, such as online and blended learning, as well as pedagogical
approaches being developed in the sciences, engineering, social sciences
and humanities.
· Develop collaborative relationships with programs and offices
that are constructing the future of education at MIT.
· Assist library colleagues supporting all disciplines to implement
high-impact teaching plans for both in-person and online learning.
· Establish a sustainable assessment regimen for the instruction
program that gives insight on program impact and drives continuous
improvement.
· Use knowledge of national and international trends in T&L to
inform local planning.
Liaison responsibilities:
· Serve as liaison to interdisciplinary programs in the humanities
and social sciences, primarily Comparative Media Studies/Writing (CMS/W).
· Support those communities through outreach, instruction,
reference and collections work.
· Connect liaison work and relevant CMS/W scholarship with the
instruction program, instructional technology projects and instructional
design.
The incumbent will be part of the Department of Liaison, Instruction and
Reference Services (LIRS), working closely with the e-learning librarian
and with other library units. Participation on committees and in
system-wide initiatives to enhance the quality and impact of library
services is a responsibility of all MIT library professionals.
Professionals who enthusiastically embrace the empathy, courage,
self-reflection and respect essential in a multicultural, diverse and
inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in public
service work, research, and program development are encouraged to apply.
Required qualifications:
· Master’s degree in information and library science or other
relevant field.
· Experience teaching in higher education.
· Successful program development and evaluation.
· Experience working with faculty to integrate technology in
face-to-face, blended and online teaching environments.
· Facility, mastery, and independent exploration of a range of
technologies and pedagogical practices relevant to teaching and learning.
· Ability to work effectively in a shared decision-making
environment: appropriately taking initiative or seeking guidance, working
independently or collaboratively, coordinating projects, leading teams, and
helping others succeed.
· Excellent skills for sharing information appropriately in
multiple contexts.
· Evidence of successful coordination and collaboration across
organizational boundaries.
· Evidence of potential to lead change and implement new services
and work methods.
Preferred qualifications:
· Advanced degree or coursework in learning sciences, instructional
design or other relevant field.
· Experience with educational research.
· Participation in course design and/or efforts aimed at assessing
student learning.
· Project management experience or education.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: $55,000 is minimum entry-level salary. Actual salary
and appointment classification (Librarian I or II) will depend on
qualifications and experience. MIT offers excellent benefits including a
choice of health and retirement plans, a dental plan, tuition assistance
and a relocation allowance. The MIT Libraries afford a flexible and
collegial working environment and foster professional growth of staff with
management training and travel funding for professional meetings.
Apply online at: http://careers.mit.edu/. Applications must include cover
letter and resume. Priority will be given to applications received by July
25, 2016; position open until filled. MIT is strongly and actively
committed to diversity within its community and particularly encourages
applications from qualified women and minority candidates.
The MIT Libraries support the Institute's programs of research and study
with holdings of more than 2.9 million print volumes and 3.1 million
special format items, and terabytes of MIT-owned digital content. In
addition, rare special collections, Institute records, historical
documents, and papers of noted faculty are held in the Institute Archives
and Special Collections. Library resources and services are accessible to
students and researchers through the Libraries’ website (
http://libraries.mit.edu/), and library spaces are widely available for
both collaborative work and quiet study. Library resources are supplemented
by innovative services for bioinformatics, GIS, metadata, social science
and other research data. Through a culture that encourages innovation and
collaboration, the MIT Libraries are redefining the role of the 21st
century library – making collections more accessible than ever before, and
shaping the future of scholarly research. Library staff, at all levels,
contribute to this spirit of innovation and to the mission of promoting
learning, discovery and the advancement of knowledge at MIT and beyond.
The Libraries maintain memberships and affiliations in ArchivesSpace,
arXiv, Association of Research Libraries, the BorrowDirect, DDI Alliance,
DuraSpace, HathiTrust, CLIR/Digital Library Federation, Coalition of
Networked Information, Coalition of Open Access Policy Institutions,
EDUCAUSE, National Digital Stewardship Alliance, NISO, North East Research
Libraries, OCLC Research Library Partnership, ORCID, and TRAIL. The
Libraries utilize Ex Libris’ Aleph for its integrated library system and
have recently deployed EBSCO’s Discovery Service. DSpace at MIT, a digital
repository developed over the past ten years by the MIT Libraries, serves
to capture, preserve and communicate the intellectual output of MIT's
faculty and research community. Other MIT repositories include: Dome, a
second DSpace instance, providing access to a sizable image collection and
other digital collections owned by the MIT Libraries; the MIT Geodata
Repository for a diverse collection of GIS Data; and MIT’s DataVerse for
licensed social science datasets.
*================================*
*Robin M. Deadrick*
Human Resources Administrator
MIT Libraries
77 Massachusetts Ave.
Room 14S-324
Cambridge MA 02139-4307
617.253.9322
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