Metadata Librarian

Description

The University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press seeks applications for the position of Metadata Librarian to consult on and implement workflows across the entire metadata lifecycle, from creation through discovery, management, and digital preservation of the works acquired and created by the University of Delaware community. The incumbent will determine how best to convert legacy metadata scripts into maintainable automated services, and will pursue standardization of descriptive metadata practices across formats, programs, and systems, in service of high-quality interoperable metadata that enhances access, through a variety of platforms (e.g., catalog, institutional repository, WWW) to the collections of the Library, Museums and Press. This position will be the University of Delaware’s project manager for collaborative metadata partnerships across the state or with other libraries and cultural heritage organizations. 

Further details about major responsibilities, qualifications and application instructions are available on the position announcement.