Digital Processing Archivist

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Job Posting Title:

Digital Processing Archivist

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Lib - SPA - Support (Trent Dunkin (00000472))

   

Work Location:

0227B LSU Library

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

Reporting to the Institutional Repository Librarian, the Digital Processing Archivist will create, ingest, and catalog a specialized digital collection to be held within the LSU Scholarly Repository. This position will involve the handling of sensitive materials and must be prepared to work with content that may be distressing or graphic in nature, including documents related to historical events, violence, and other difficult subjects. 

Responsibilities:

85% With the specialized collection in focus, work in collaboration with the Institutional Repository Librarian to build, ingest, and catalog a substantial amount of documents.  

10% Stay current with trends and developments in digital libraries/archives and higher education in general by seeking potential professional development and volunteer opportunities. These can include, but are not limited to, attending conferences/webinars related to digital librarianship, serving on Libraries/university committees, and participating in Libraries/University events.

5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master of Library and Information Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program.

0-3 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master of Library and Information Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program.

Three to five years of related library experience or relevant work experience.

Experience working in an academic library; experience developing and maintaining a digital collection held within a digital library/archive.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and (3) professional references. Attach pdf document(s) under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact libadminsvs@lsu.edu

   

Posting Date:

February 6, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 5, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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