Assistant Librarian - Scholarly Communications and Open Publishing Librarian

JOB TITLE:  

Assistant Librarian - Scholarly Communications and Open Publishing Librarian

JOB PURPOSE:   

The University of Wyoming Libraries invites applications for a Scholarly Communications and Open Publishing Librarian.  Reporting to the Chair of Digital and Distinctive Collections, the Scholarly Communications and Open Publishing Librarian will provide expert guidance and training in contemporary scholarly communication issues and will help promote openly accessible models of publishing for UW faculty, staff, and students. This position will coordinate UW’s institutional repository, help maintain and promote University of Wyoming Open Journals (on the OJS platform) as well as the UW Press, promote Transformative Agreements to researchers, manage the UW Libraries Open Educational Resources grant program, and assist in the maintenance of the Wyoming Research & Data Index (WRDI). 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Advocate for open access publishing in the university community and beyond
• Provide leadership for and support UW Libraries Open Journals publishing platform as well as the UW Press 
• Promote and support the use of UW’s institutional repository, to faculty, students, and staff
• Serve as point person for advice regarding transformative agreements, author rights, copyright, fair use, and related topics
• Assist with the maintenance and development of the Wyoming Research & Data Index (WRDI)
• Manage UW Libraries Open Educational Resources (OER) grant program 
• Assist with web archiving as it relates to preserving the scholarly record using a variety of web archiving tools (e.g. Archive-It, Webrecorder.net, etc.)
• Develop partnerships to support the research lifecycle by collaborating with library and university faculty and departments.
• Coordinate, plan, and execute relevant workshops, outreach, and training efforts for students, faculty, and staff

This position reports to the Chair of Digital and Distinctive Collections. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

As a member of the library faculty, the successful candidate is expected to pursue an active and ongoing program of research, service, and professional development: (https://www.uwyo.edu/regs-policies/_files/docs/regulations-2020/uw-reg-2-1-approved-10-14-20.pdf).

For more information on the UW Libraries, please visit https://www.uwyo.edu/libraries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Please address all minimum qualifications in your application materials.

• ALA-accredited MLS, MIS, or ALA-recognized equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  

  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Knowledge of U.S. copyright law, Creative Commons licensing, and/or academic publishing trends
• Knowledge of or experience with instruction, research consultation services, and/or workshops on topics related to scholarly communications to faculty, students, and/or staff in an academic setting
• Knowledge of or experience with best practices for open publishing, open access, licensing, and/or open educational resources 
• Knowledge of or experience with institutional repository and/or publishing platforms (e.g., Open Journal Systems, DSpace, TIND, etc.)

*We recognize strong candidates may not meet every desired qualification. UW Libraries is committed to providing training, mentorship, and professional development support to help employees grow and succeed in their positions.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 9/25/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION: 

      On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions       on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.  

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

      Work authorization sponsorship may be available for this position, however, sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn  more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ 

Posted Salary Range: $60,000