[dcc-associates] MIT - Head, Specialized Content and Services

[Katherine McNeill]

Apologies for cross-posting.
--

HEAD, SPECIALIZED CONTENT & SERVICES [Library Department Head]

The MIT Libraries seek an experienced customer-oriented manager of services and 
technology to lead its newly formed Specialized Content and Services (SCS) 
Department. This is an exciting opportunity to provide leadership in the 
planning, coordination, implementation, delivery, administration, and 
assessment of an important array of 21st century library services and content 
which are used across multiple disciplines and communities. This position will 
oversee the coordination and delivery of a suite of robust and growing services 
focused around specialized, technology-intensive data types. Among the library 
services included in the current SCS portfolio are images, GIS, bioinformatics, 
science/engineering and social science data, community video sharing, classroom 
video capture, and music.

The Head of this new department will spearhead the development and execution of 
a shared vision and strategic plan for Specialized Content and Services. S/he 
will lead an entrepreneurial and service-focused staff in establishing and 
achieving customer-oriented goals and service standards for the work of SCS and 
will oversee the development of appropriate assessment activities that measure 
and ensure the effectiveness of the group's operations.  Within this staff of 
over two dozen library, IT, other professional and support staff, the Head will 
foster a working environment that promotes and supports productivity, 
creativity, innovation and collaboration. S/he will manage human, fiscal and 
technology resources to optimize support of current and future initiatives.

The SCS Department works synergistically with other units of the MIT Libraries 
including instruction and reference, digital preservation, research, technical 
development, and marketing to deliver an integrated portfolio of services to 
the MIT community. The Head of SCS will lead and support these internal 
partnerships and will work to cultivate and strengthen collaborative 
relationships with other MIT departments and appropriate external partners. The 
Head of SCS will also participate and contribute to professional networks of 
others engaged in similar work.

As one of five department heads reporting to the Associate Director for 
Research and Instructional Services (RIS), the Head of Specialized Content and 
Services will participate in developing the overall strategy and goals for the 
directorate. S/he will collaborate with other library department heads in 
prioritizing services and initiatives, planning for their implementation, 
setting system-wide policies, and developing effective cross-group work 
practices. And, as a member of Library Council s/he will participate in 
Libraries-wide governance activities. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  Required - A graduate degree in a related field, e.g. library 
and/or information science, computer science, management. Minimum of 7 years of 
relevant professional experience in a client-centered service organization, 
with a minimum of 5 years of management and supervisory experience that 
demonstrates success in managing, motivating and leading complex, 
technology-driven teams. Experience in or demonstrated understanding of 
academic, research and/or library environments. Substantive knowledge of 
digital media and the technical infrastructure required for its life-cycle 
management and metadata requirements. Knowledge of library systems and digital 
libraries, and familiarity with software development. Proven ability to manage 
complex, long-term projects, and flexibility in meeting objectives and 
implementing creative solutions. Demonstrated service commitment and success in 
user-centered service delivery. Excellent analytical and communication skills. 
Proven success in collaboration and strategic partnering. A strong commitment 
to diversity and inclusion both in supporting a diverse workforce and serving 
the needs of a diverse population. A record of sustained professional 
contribution.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Apply online at: http://hrweb.mit.edu/staffing/. Please 
include cover letter, formatted resume, and contact information for three 
references. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2010 and will 
continue until position is filled.  MIT is strongly and actively committed to 
diversity within its community and particularly encourages applications from 
qualified women and minority candidates.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:  $90,000 minimum. Actual salary commensurate with 
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. 

The MIT Libraries support the I

Re: [dcc-associates] FW: News release: Universities given key role in securing the UK's digital legacy

[Steve Hitchcock]

A good move by JISC, and an intriguing spin on the story to suggest this 'key' 
role for universities in the national legacy. Of course, many have been working 
to promote and build good digital preservation practices in universities, 
perhaps with mixed results so far. Certainly there is plenty still to be done. 
What seems new, however, is to elevate this to a national level, which has 
tended to be reserved for our national heritage organisations, libraries and 
archives. Does this herald the prospect of a significant change, and what can 
OPF do to help this change?

Steve Hitchcock
KeepIt Project Manager
IAM Group, Building 32
School of Electronics and Computer Science
University of Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK
Email: sh...@ecs.soton.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 7698Fax: +44 (0)23 8059 2865
http://preservation.eprints.org/keepit/
Blog: http://blogs.ecs.soton.ac.uk/keepit/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/jisckeepit
Slideshare: http://www.slideshare.net/SteveHitchcock

KeepIt course http://bit.ly/7PRDhq
Twitter #dprc http://twapperkeeper.com/dprc/ 

On 4 Oct 2010, at 11:05, Joy Davidson wrote:

> Of possible interest to list members. 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Nicola Yeeles [mailto:n.yee...@jisc.ac.uk] 
> Sent: 01 October 2010 10:32
> Subject: News release: Universities given key role in securing the UK's
> digital legacy
> 
> News release
> 1 October 2010
> 
> Universities given key role in securing the UK's digital legacy
> 
> Unlike parchment and paper, digital data has a life span of years not
> millennia.  Current estimates suggest that almost 3 billion euros worth
> of vital data is already being lost every year in the EU alone.
> 
> Now JISC is joining forces with The Open Planets Foundation (OPF) to
> encourage the UK's leading universities to take up a central role in
> European-wide efforts to preserve our digital heritage. 
> 
> The Open Planets Foundation (OPF) is a group of  major research and
> national libraries, national archives, leading technology companies and
> research institutions established to provide practical solutions and
> expertise in digital preservation.
> 
> As a new charter member of the OPF, JISC will be encouraging
> participation amongst the UK's leading universities, unlocking the
> academic interest in developing digital preservation technology, and
> ensuring the wider sector can address the growing challenge of
> preserving digital materials more effectively.
> 
> Bram van der Werf, executive director of the Open Planets Foundation,
> says:  "Universities across the globe have a vital role to play in
> securing the future of our digital legacy.  The OPF is absolutely
> delighted to be working with JISC to unlock the expertise of the UK's
> top higher education institutions. Bringing together the creators of
> intellectual content with digital preservation practitioners, this
> partnership will tackle the challenge head on and ensure the creative
> output of today remains accessible for generations to come."
> 
> JISC and the OPF will be exploring the best way of providing value and
> benefits to both UK higher education and the broader membership of the
> OPF.
> 
> Neil Grindley, programme manager at JISC, says:  "We regard the Open
> Planets Foundation as an exemplary model for moving from a reliance on
> project funding to a more sustainable economic model.  JISC is delighted
> to have an opportunity to join other charter Foundation members in
> setting up and supporting a community of digital preservation developers
> and practitioners."
> 
> In time JISC will establish affiliate group membership for those
> academic and research institutions that are looking to address digital
> preservation challenges.
> 
> This membership will give institutions the opportunity to:
> 
> *   Be part of an active open source community that really makes a
> difference
> 
> *   Learn about the workflow and requirements of digital
> preservation practitioners, shaping the development of academic programs
> and curricula
> 
> *   Take advantage of the training, outreach and support provided
> through the OPF
> 
> Find out more about the Open Planets Foundation at
> 
> 
> Explore how JISC can help with data preservation at
> 

[dcc-associates] JISC GRANT FUNDING 15/10: JISC INFRASTRUCTURE FOR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH PROGRAMME

[Joy Davidson]

Apologies for cross-posting.  


From: A JISC announce list. [jisc-annou...@jiscmail.ac.uk] On Behalf Of
Avalon MCALLISTER [7124] [a.mcallis...@jisc.ac.uk]
Sent: 04 October 2010 13:24
To: jisc-annou...@jiscmail.ac.uk
Subject: JISC GRANT FUNDING 15/10: JISC INFRASTRUCTURE FOR EDUCATION AND
RESEARCH PROGRAMME

Apologies for Cross-Posting

The Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) invites institutions to
submit funding proposals for projects in a number of areas to improve
the infrastructure for education and research.  The call is available on
the JISC website at
http://www.jisc.ac.uk/fundingopportunities/funding_calls/2010/10/grant15
10.aspx.

The closing date for proposals is 12:00 noon UK time on Monday 15
November 2010. Funding is available for projects starting from February
2011, for up to 12 months.

A briefing paper has been produced to accompany this call.  The briefing
paper is also available on the JISC website at
http://www.jisc.ac.uk/media/documents/funding/2010/10/1510briefingpaper.
pdf.  Bidders are strongly advised to read the relevant areas of the
briefing paper alongside the call document.

A community briefing event is being held on Monday 11 October 2010, from
10.00am -16.30pm at London House [http://www.londonhouse.org.uk/],
Goodenough College, London.  Potential bidders will be given information
about the background to the call, its objectives and the bidding
process.  There will be opportunities to ask questions of JISC executive
staff, and for one-to-one discussions with JISC programme managers about
specific areas of the call.  Members of the community are invited to
register for the meeting at
https://www.eventsforce.net/jisc/frontend/reg/thome.csp?pageID=17809&eve
ntID=70. The total number of participants at the briefing event is
restricted so institutions should register as soon as possible.
Eligibility
Proposals may be submitted by HE institutions funded via HEFCE, SFC,
HEFCW and DEL Northern Ireland, and by FE institutions funded via SFC,
DCELLS Wales and DEL Northern Ireland. FE institutions in England that
teach HE to more than 400 FTEs are also eligible to bid provided
proposals demonstrate how the work supports the HE in FE agenda.
Avalon McAllister
JISC Executive
Tel: 0117 9317124
Mobile: 07841 951 294
Fax: 0117 9317081
Email: a.mcallis...@jisc.ac.uk
Please visit our web site at http://www.jisc.ac.uk/

*
Programme Website: http://www.jisc.ac.uk/whatwedo/programmes/mrd.aspx
JISCMRD Netvibes: http://www.netvibes.com/jiscmrd#General
Community Discussion List: research-data...@jiscmail.ac.uk
Blog: http://researchdata.jiscinvolve.org/
Twitter, Skype: simonhodson99
Programme Tag: #jiscmrd
*
Dr Simon HODSON
Programme Manager - Managing Research Data
JISC Executive
Brettenham House (South Entrance)
5 Lancaster Place
London  WC2E 7EN

E: s.hod...@jisc.ac.uk
M1: +44 (0) 7545 524 009
T: +44 (0) 203 006 6071

[dcc-associates] FW: News release: Universities given key role in securing the UK's digital legacy

[Joy Davidson]

Of possible interest to list members. 

-Original Message-
From: Nicola Yeeles [mailto:n.yee...@jisc.ac.uk] 
Sent: 01 October 2010 10:32
Subject: News release: Universities given key role in securing the UK's
digital legacy

News release
1 October 2010

Universities given key role in securing the UK's digital legacy

Unlike parchment and paper, digital data has a life span of years not
millennia.  Current estimates suggest that almost 3 billion euros worth
of vital data is already being lost every year in the EU alone.

Now JISC is joining forces with The Open Planets Foundation (OPF) to
encourage the UK's leading universities to take up a central role in
European-wide efforts to preserve our digital heritage. 

The Open Planets Foundation (OPF) is a group of  major research and
national libraries, national archives, leading technology companies and
research institutions established to provide practical solutions and
expertise in digital preservation.

As a new charter member of the OPF, JISC will be encouraging
participation amongst the UK's leading universities, unlocking the
academic interest in developing digital preservation technology, and
ensuring the wider sector can address the growing challenge of
preserving digital materials more effectively.

Bram van der Werf, executive director of the Open Planets Foundation,
says:  "Universities across the globe have a vital role to play in
securing the future of our digital legacy.  The OPF is absolutely
delighted to be working with JISC to unlock the expertise of the UK's
top higher education institutions. Bringing together the creators of
intellectual content with digital preservation practitioners, this
partnership will tackle the challenge head on and ensure the creative
output of today remains accessible for generations to come."

JISC and the OPF will be exploring the best way of providing value and
benefits to both UK higher education and the broader membership of the
OPF.

Neil Grindley, programme manager at JISC, says:  "We regard the Open
Planets Foundation as an exemplary model for moving from a reliance on
project funding to a more sustainable economic model.  JISC is delighted
to have an opportunity to join other charter Foundation members in
setting up and supporting a community of digital preservation developers
and practitioners."

In time JISC will establish affiliate group membership for those
academic and research institutions that are looking to address digital
preservation challenges.

This membership will give institutions the opportunity to:
 
*   Be part of an active open source community that really makes a
difference

*   Learn about the workflow and requirements of digital
preservation practitioners, shaping the development of academic programs
and curricula

*   Take advantage of the training, outreach and support provided
through the OPF

Find out more about the Open Planets Foundation at

 
Explore how JISC can help with data preservation at