Linked Data Librarian
Northwestern University Job Location: Illinois Apply By: Open until filled Date Created: 05-31-2022
Linked Data Librarian
WORK GROUP: Metadata Services REPORTS TO: Head, Metadata Services Summary: The Linked Data Librarian will play a key role leading Northwestern University Libraries toward the implementation of linked data. Joining a collaborative team of metadata experts, this position will contribute to setting linked data priorities and will develop projects and solutions that bridge existing and legacy metadata to libraries’ linked data future. The Linked Data Librarian will support the scholars of the Libraries through metadata creation, enrichment, and maintenance and perform original cataloging and metadata creation for library resources in a variety of formats, languages, and subjects. Responsibilities:- Analyzes opportunities and challenges and makes recommendations on the metadata requirements for the effective implementation of linked data and the effective access and long-term management of Explores, designs and carries out solutions for the creation, harvesting, and repurposing of metadata, particularly as it relates to the implementation of linked data.
- Develops and analyzes internal reports in order to implement catalog and metadata remediation and enrichment projects based on changes in metadata standards and preparations for linked data and other emerging technologies.
- In collaboration with others, develops and carries out training for library staff on linked data and emerging metadata trends and standards.
- Maintains knowledge of current and emerging issues concerning linked data, BIBFRAME, and semantic web developments and the implications and opportunities available as they relate to metadata practice and the libraries’ discovery platform. Identifies opportunities for linked data projects and collaborations
- Ensures metadata quality, interoperability, and re-use among and beyond various repositories and discovery Develops crosswalk mappings to and from MARC, MODS, EAD, VRA Core, Dublin Core, and other schemas for general use and for content-specific situations.
- Performs primarily original and some complex copy cataloging using Alma, OCLC, RDA, LCSH, LCC, and other tools as Works with both MARC and non-MARC metadata in all formats, languages, and subjects as needed to support the Northwestern University Libraries’ collections.
- Participates in national cooperative cataloging initiatives, including NACO, BIBCO, SACO, and OCLC Enhance.
- Creates and maintains documentation for areas of
- Monitors linked data activities of consortial, community, and vendor partners; represents Northwestern University Libraries in consortial projects as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with library stakeholders on linked data projects and developments.
- Prioritizes inclusivity and equity within metadata practice and when considering implementing new metadata principles and technologies.
- Participates in appropriate professional development, continuing education, national-level professional service, or research activities.
- Performs related duties as
- Enthusiasm for learning organization principles and readiness to embrace Northwestern University Libraries Organizational Vision and Values.
- Master’s degree in librarianship, or related field
- Two years of experience creating bibliographic and authority metadata
- Knowledge of library metadata and linked data concepts and developments, including BIBFRAME and RDF
- Experience working with data formats such as CSV, JSON, and XML and data transformation techniques and tools such as XSLT, Open Refine, and SPARQL
- Experience with metadata format and content standards, including RDA and MARC21
- Experience with non-MARC metadata schemas
- Interest in professional engagement and contribution, such as research, publication, and involvement in pertinent professional and scholarly organizations
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrates initiative, takes ownership of work, completes what is needed without being asked, and follows through on projects
- Has strong attention to detail and demonstrates highly effective problem-solving and analytical skills
- Aptitude for using technology to improve processes that support data quality and long-term data management
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Experience with Alma and OCLC
- NACO certification completed, or in process
- Project management experience
- Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language and the ability to work with data in non-English languages