Lib4RI - Library for the Research Institutes within the ETH Domain: Eawag, Empa, PSI & WSL - is the joint library of the Research Institutes within the ETH Domain. Lib4RI is an innovative service provider for the approximately 4,000 employees of the four institutions. The library focuses on a comprehensive range of electronic media and web-based, customer-friendly services. Both are constantly being developed and adapted to the changing needs of the users.

For the further development of our services, we are looking for a Groupleader Publication Services (m/f/d) 80 - 100 %.

We offer a varied and challenging job in an international environment, flexible working hours and hybrid working, an open working atmosphere, good opportunities for further training and a modern workplace in Dübendorf. You will be employed by Eawag. Preferred starting date is 1 January 2025 or by arrangement.

What exactly can you expect?

• Personnel and technical management of the Publication Services group, currently consisting of four employees and one student assistant.
• Efficient management and conceptual development of all services and the necessary infrastructure for publishing. In addition to an institutional repository (Islandora / Fedora Commons), this also includes services relating to Open Access, authors' rights and copyright. Further services and infrastructures are to be developed.
• Implementation of training courses and consultations in the field of scientific publishing.
• Active participation in the strategic and operational development of the library in a dynamic and strongly IT-influenced environment.

What do you bring to the table?

• A degree in natural sciences or engineering (doctorate is an advantage) and preferably several years of professional experience in scientific information management.
• Proven knowledge of scientific publishing and an affinity for new developments in this field.
• If possible, knowledge of web technologies and data structures (e.g. Solr, Drupal, XML, MySQL) and the management of institutional repositories.
• Very good organisational and conceptual skills as well as experience in project management, management experience is an advantage.
• Open-mindedness for new developments in the library sector and interest in the customer-oriented optimisation of information services.
• A high degree of service-orientation, initiative and willingness to take responsibility, very good communication skills in German and English.

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https://www.eawag.ch/en/about-us/working/employment/

The application deadline is 30 November 2024

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