Vacancy for Curatorial and Policy Research Officer and Technical Research Officer, Algorithmic Archive Project at The Bodleian Libraries

3 days ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Digital Preservation Coalition Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Curatorial and Policy Research Officer and Technical Research Officer

Job Type: Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract

Location: Hybrid/Oxford (with remote work options)

About the Role:

We are seeking two highly skilled Research Officers to join our team at the Digital Preservation Coalition. The successful candidates will play a crucial role in the Research & Scoping Phase of the Algorithmic Archive project, which aims to develop a roadmap for the Libraries' services in archiving web-based content, including social media data, algorithms, and other important resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, deliver, and document investigations to support the project's research findings
  • Use research findings to inform the development of a roadmap for Bodleian services, reflecting user and business requirements
  • Contribute to professional networks to support the development of sustainable community standards and approaches

Requirements:

We are looking for candidates with excellent IT literacy, including an aptitude for learning new technologies and standards. For the Curatorial & Policy Research Officer role, we require knowledge of the legal and ethical context relevant to archiving and research use of social media data, as well as some experience of curatorial or collections work. For the Technical Research Officer role, we require substantial practical experience in configuring, implementing, and developing complex software, ideally including specific expertise in techniques, tools, and standards applicable to social media and algorithmic data.

What We Offer:

  • 38 days of annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Our Culture:

We pride ourselves on promoting a friendly and inclusive culture, with a diverse team from all over the world. We offer a range of family-friendly policies, including flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence.



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