University of Virginia is hiring: Scholarly Repository Librarian in Charlottesvi

Overview

University of Virginia Library seeks a collaborative and highly motivated professional to manage and support the institution’s open‑access repository as the Scholarly Repository Librarian. The role reports to the Director of Copyright & Scholarly Communication Services within the Scholarly Resources and Content Strategy division. The librarian will provide service development, user support, and strategic leadership for LIBRA – UVA’s open‑access repository for journal articles, electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs), and scholarly data.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for LIBRA, providing direct user support for open‑access initiatives, university‑wide ORCID adoption, ETDs, and data repositories.
• Identify innovative approaches to expand repository usage and engagement and recommend improvements to the repository’s structure and features.
• Collaborate with Library IT and stakeholders to develop and implement repository enhancements, monitor system upgrades, and explore emerging technologies.
• Represent UVA Library in regional and national repository networks and contribute to best‑practice forums.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Sciences from an ALA‑accredited program.
• Minimum of 4 years experience with an institutional repository and/or open‑scholarship services in an academic library setting.
• Knowledge of repository best practices and emerging standards; ability to communicate concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Basic knowledge of metadata schemas (e.g., Dublin Core, MODS, PREMIS) and experience with metadata implementation and quality assurance.
• Experience managing institutional repositories or related digital asset management activities.
• Proficiency in end‑user platform support, technical troubleshooting, user testing, and platform development.
• Experience working with global open‑infrastructure communities such as Dataverse and DataCite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Planning, promoting, and implementing outreach to established and emerging users about repository services.
• Track record of working cooperatively and independently as part of a team with clear goals and deadlines.
• Demonstrated success with tangible outcomes while managing multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with open‑source repositories, including DS.

Compensation

$73,000 - $83,000, commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Apply through Careers at UVA, searching for R0071227. Internal applicants must use their UVA Workday profile. Submit an application online with a cover letter and a current CV/Resume.

EEO Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity.