<p>Department</p> <p>FSU Libraries</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The Digital Research and Scholarship Director provides strategic leadership for digital scholarship and scholarly communication, aligning library services with the university's research mission and long-term goals. The position sets direction for digital research support across the Libraries and guides the ethical and strategic integration of generative AI and emerging technologies into the research lifecycle, balancing innovative computational approaches with the standards of traditional scholarship.</p> <p>This position supervises and mentors a team of professional librarians, including the Digital Humanities, Digital Publishing, and Scholarly Communication Librarians, and fosters a collaborative, high-impact service environment. Responsibilities include leadership in hiring and professional development, as well as co-leading the development of Digital Research Scholarship and Data Lab(s). The position helps establish the mission, framework, and programming for mentorship-focused, research-oriented technical skills curricula supported by dedicated physical spaces.</p> <p>Working closely with faculty, the Digital Research and Scholarship Director supports the development, execution, and dissemination of digital research projects. The role oversees the sustainability of platforms such as CreateFSU and the Digital Research Incubator, ensures access to technical and instructional support, and directs departmental grant-writing initiatives to secure external funding for digital research infrastructure, innovative projects, and programming.</p> <p>This position leads university-wide scholarly communication initiatives, including the administration of publishing funds, transformative agreements, and funder mandate compliance. The position oversees the repository and related platforms to support the preservation and global sharing of FSU's scholarly and creative outputs and provides guidance on copyright, licensing, and author rights.</p> <p>In collaboration with the Office of Research, IT Services, and academic departments, this position cultivates strategic partnerships that integrate library expertise throughout the research lifecycle. The Digital Research and Scholarship Director also represents the university in national and international consortia, contributing to visibility and maintaining awareness of emerging trends in digital scholarship and scholarly communication.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>ALA-accredited master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in one or more fields relevant to the position. </li><li>Demonstrated experience with digital scholarship tools and methodologies, such as digital humanities, data analysis, or digital publishing platforms. </li></ul> <p>Contact Info</p> <p>Debra Hanken Kurtz, Associate Dean for Technology and Digital Scholarship Services - dah23d@fsu.edu</p> <p>University Information</p> <p>One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!</p> <p>Learn more about our university and campuses.</p> <p>Anticipated Salary Range</p> <p>Starting at $75,000, commensurate with education and experience.</p> <p>FSU Total Rewards</p> <p>FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.</p> <p>Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.</p> <p>Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.</p> <p>Considerations</p> <p>This is a Faculty position.</p> <p>This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.</p>