Job Introduction
The Digital Preservation Specialist is based within Open Scholarship Support, Bodleian Libraries and provides a central point of expertise, advice and guidance on matters relating to Digital Preservation. The role is for a 12-month fixed term appointment to cover maternity leave. It is an exciting opportunity to work in the rapidly evolving area of Open Scholarship and to support digitised and born digital collections that are of global importance.
Role Responsibility
You will work alongside experts in a number of complementary areas - copyright and licensing, open access, research data management and digital innovation - to provide a joined-up service to Bodleian and University staff and academics. You will contribute to the development and establishment of digital preservation capabilities, and the implementation of tools and procedures for digital preservation activities. You will be an expert in your field and will publish and present regularly to national and international conferences. You will also provide hands-on training and advice for staff across the Bodleian and the University of Oxford on good digital preservation practices.