- Supporting the Systems Support Analyst (Digitisation) in assisting in the delivery of the Librarys digital preservation service.
- Supporting the Librarys digital image service Luna, its digital preservation system Preservica, and its collections management system EMu.
- Providing training in the above systems, and in use of digitisation equipment for library staff as required
- Supporting digitisation projects, as required
- Developing and maintaining a good working knowledge of Library digital object production, management and display systems
- Liaising with the IT Support Team, with equipment suppliers and with central university IT Services.
- Collaborating with colleagues in discovery, metadata, and collection management to maintain accurate metadata records relating to digitised objects.
- Supplying statistics to support the operational and strategic requirements of the library.
- Writing and updating procedural guides relevant to the above tasks, under the direction of the Digitisation Technical Manager
- supporting the investigation of new AI products relevant to Digital Preservation and Digitisation
- A general understanding of academic library procedures and operations
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
Systems Assistant - Manchester, United Kingdom - The University of Manchester
Description
The University of Manchester Library is one of only five National Research Libraries and the third largest academic library in the UK. Our vast and rich collections (both print and digital) help us to deliver a world class library and information service for the University of Manchester. We sit at the heart of the University experience for both learning and research and are fully committed to widening access to our expertise, collections and services, through our electronic resources and digital interfaces.
We are currently recruiting a Systems Assistant to join the Digitisation team. The successful applicant will be working alongside and supporting the Systems Support Analyst in the Digitisation team.
As the Systems Assistant for digitisation in The University of Manchester Library, you will be responsible for:
In alignment with the newly established Artificial Intelligence and Ideas Adoption Directorate, this role will be involved in the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its operations. While primary responsibility for AI strategy and implementation lies with the line manager, the successful candidate will contribute to these efforts. This will involve actively exploring ways in which AI can enhance existing workflows, supporting the investigation of new AI products relevant to Digital Preservation and Digitisation, and participating in the integration of AI technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the team.
You will be providing a high quality and user focused service and your great communication skills mean you work equally as well with Library staff, central IT Services and the external suppliers of our services.
Ideally candidates will have good IT skills, including experience of using office software such as MS Word, Excel and email and willingness to extend these as necessary to include work at operating system level. You will also have an understanding of the technical infrastructure of systems and services for creation, management and display of digitised resources and knowledge of metadata issues and standards. Experience of the use of digitisation equipment and the processes involved in digitisation would also be an asset.
As a first element of the shortlisting process, we will assess candidates applications against the person specification in the job description. To make the most effective use of your application, please clearly state what experience you have for each element of the person specification, doing your best to evidence all the essential knowledge, skills and experience. If this is a new process for you, or you would like some support, please do not hesitate to contact the hiring manager (email below).
The Library operates within a Hybrid Working Framework and this role is categorised as fully Hybrid. This will typically involve working a number of days a week on campus but with the option of some remote working. The days working on campus may vary week to week as required.
The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here
What you will get in return:
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
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Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Jan Whalen
Email:
General enquiries:
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Technical support:
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.