Graduate Research Assistant - Library Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on January 19, 2023
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Graduate Research Assistant - Library Science
Requisition Number
DU10297
Department Name
8M500:School of Information Science
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Candidate should be enrolled in the MSLS program, or have earned an MSLS
Required Related Experience
NA
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time at a computer.
Shift
10 hours per week for up to 16 weeks; potential for employment with future phases of the project
Job Summary
This position entails contacting potential and confirmed study participants, scheduling interviews, assisting with literature reviews, transcribing interviews, and inductive coding of interview data.
This project is the first stage of a larger study. In this phase we are interviewing county judge executives and public library administrators in Kentucky to see how they select, train, and work with trustees, especially now that KRS Bill 167 is active (allowing judge executives to select trustees). It is important to understand trustee relationships and processes, especially considering the escalation of book banning attempts nationwide, and the fact that trustees are involved in deciding what happens in book challenges. In later phases of the study, we will be surveying trustees nationwide and there may be ongoing research assistant opportunities for interested candidates.
The graduate research assistant will be responsible for: contacting potential and confirmed study participants, scheduling interviews, assisting with literature reviews, transcribing interviews, and inductive coding of interview data. We are looking for someone detail-oriented, reliable, comfortable with scheduling and transcription activities, and who has an interest in participating in library research efforts. You will need to obtain ORI certification for Responsible Conduct of Research & Scholarly Activity as part of this position. In your application materials, please detail how you meet the preferred skills/knowledge/abilities outlined in the job ad.
Please contact either Shannon Crawford Barniskis ( barniskis@uky.edu) or Shannon Oltmann ( shannonoltmann@uky.edu) with any questions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Detail oriented, reliable, ability to transcribe or edit AI-generated transcripts
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Prior experience with scheduling, transcription, and an interest in research preferred
Deadline to Apply
02/01/2023
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Graduate Research Assistant - Library Science
Requisition Number
DU10297
Department Name
8M500:School of Information Science
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Candidate should be enrolled in the MSLS program, or have earned an MSLS
Required Related Experience
NA
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time at a computer.
Shift
10 hours per week for up to 16 weeks; potential for employment with future phases of the project
Job Summary
This position entails contacting potential and confirmed study participants, scheduling interviews, assisting with literature reviews, transcribing interviews, and inductive coding of interview data.
This project is the first stage of a larger study. In this phase we are interviewing county judge executives and public library administrators in Kentucky to see how they select, train, and work with trustees, especially now that KRS Bill 167 is active (allowing judge executives to select trustees). It is important to understand trustee relationships and processes, especially considering the escalation of book banning attempts nationwide, and the fact that trustees are involved in deciding what happens in book challenges. In later phases of the study, we will be surveying trustees nationwide and there may be ongoing research assistant opportunities for interested candidates.
The graduate research assistant will be responsible for: contacting potential and confirmed study participants, scheduling interviews, assisting with literature reviews, transcribing interviews, and inductive coding of interview data. We are looking for someone detail-oriented, reliable, comfortable with scheduling and transcription activities, and who has an interest in participating in library research efforts. You will need to obtain ORI certification for Responsible Conduct of Research & Scholarly Activity as part of this position. In your application materials, please detail how you meet the preferred skills/knowledge/abilities outlined in the job ad.
Please contact either Shannon Crawford Barniskis ( barniskis@uky.edu) or Shannon Oltmann ( shannonoltmann@uky.edu) with any questions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Detail oriented, reliable, ability to transcribe or edit AI-generated transcripts
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Prior experience with scheduling, transcription, and an interest in research preferred
Deadline to Apply
02/01/2023
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
