Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University Herbaria
60394BR
Job Summary
The Digitization Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Collections and work closely with HUH’s IT team and curatorial staff.
Position Description
The Digitization Manager will be responsible for supervision and training of digitization staff and manage all regular project operations of the digitization such as organizing and coordinating of the project workflows, ensuring that digitization protocols are in place and met, and aggregating and making accessible online specimen metadata. The Digitization Manager will provide data quality control, analytics of data, and coordinate and deliver progress reports. The Digitization Manager will work closely with partner institutions from collaborating herbaria, serve as a liaison to iDigBio in digitization activities, and participate in regular meetings and workshops. This position will also involve databasing that includes full data capture, minimal data capture or skeletal data capture, relevant to the task at hand. This role will image specimens using a variety of equipment and software. The Digitization Manager will also add georeference data of specimens and update specimen records in database. General curatorial tasks will include sorting and filing specimens as well as minor repairs to ensure that the Herbaria collections are curated and cared for properly.
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree in Biology, Museum Studies, Anthropology, or related field; 5+ years of related experience. Education may count towards experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Advanced degree preferred. Knowledge of biodiversity informatics, digital resource management, specimen digitization, databasing, and georeferencing in natural history museums, Extensive knowledge and experience in biodiversity data science, standards (e.g., Darwin Core), digitization best practices, specimen imaging, image processing and submission, access and use of SQL databases, comprehensive management and quality control for images, occurrence data, workflows, interfaces, and publishing occurrence data. Strong and outgoing interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead a team. Excellent verbal and written communication, incl. writing technical reports. Proficiency with computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, Photoshop). Good judgment, analytical thought, attention to detail, creative, high level of organization, and innovation in solving problems that occur day to day.
Working Conditions
COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.
Additional Information
In order to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume must be submitted.
***All formal written offers will be made by FAS HR.
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The Harvard University Herbaria (HUH) include six collections and more than five million specimens of algae, bryophytes, fungi, and vascular plants. Together they form one of the largest university herbarium collections in the world and the fourth largest herbarium in the United States. With their state-of-the-art research laboratories and world-class libraries, the HUH has been a centerpiece of biodiversity science since the early 1800s.
Harvard offers an outstanding benefits package including:
- Time Off: 3- 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
- Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
- Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
- Wellness Options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation and complimentary health services.
- Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events and many discounts throughout metro Boston.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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