Manager II: Digital Scholarship (P7) (Library and Information Centre: Client Services Department)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
Job description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
Job Purpose:
To develop, establish and maintain a comprehensive service of digital scholarship to the University.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, establish and maintain a comprehensive Digital Scholarship service that supports Researchers, Postdoctoral Fellows, Postgraduate students, and academic staff.
- Provide advanced research support in human-AI (Artificial Intelligence) collaborative scholarship, computational text/data mining, digital humanities, and data visualisation.
- Develop and deliver training programmes, workshops and consultations on ethical integration of Artificial Intelligence in research support, teaching and learning.
- Collaborate with faculties (particularly Humanities, Education, Art, Architecture & Design, Johannesburg Business School and cross-disciplinary research centres) to conceptualise and execute academic development and support in digital tools and methodologies.
- Collaborate with the Postgraduate School (PGS), Centre for Academic Technologies (CAT) and Information Communication Systems (ICS) to align library services with university-wide digital research infrastructure, innovation strategies and governance.
Minimum requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science (LIS) or related field (NQF 7).
- Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrable experience in digital scholarship, academic research support, or a related library and/or technology role.
- Working knowledge of SPSS and Atlas Ti.
- A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (LIS) or related field (NQF 9).
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Proven competency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Strong foundation in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, with working knowledge of tools such as R, Python, SPSS, NVivo, and/or Atlas.ti.
- Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate engaging training sessions on digital literacy, AI ethics and research integrity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing reports, guides, digital tutorials, and research support documentation.
- Client-centric, collaborative, and able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse academic audiences.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and thrive in interdisciplinary teams.
- Proven hands-on experience with digital scholarship platforms.
- Experience using some digital platform for digital scholarship for a research project, thesis, or dissertation.
- Knowledge of digital literacy and digital humanities training and techniques.
- Knowledge of marketing methods/procedures.
- Knowledge and understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
- Knowledge and practical use of Microsoft packages, TDM and the Gale Lab and other products relevant to job profile.
- Knowledge of copyright legislation.
- Knowledge of research and data management ethics
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Mrs. Nomoya Mahlangu (Director: Teaching and Learning) on Tel: (011) 559 3737
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs. Presheka Padayachey (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3878
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.