Temporary Digital Curation Apprenticeship
Job Description
STEM APPRENTICESHIPS: The San Diego Natural History Museum science research apprenticeship program provides training and mentoring in curation, imaging, databasing protocols, and collections-based research to members of groups of underrepresented High School seniors and Undergraduate students, to prepare them for continued advancement in biological sciences, which can translate to career pathways in academia and research, as well as biological consulting.
DIGITAL CURATION PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Apprentice will work with the Research Library Director & Curator in data curation, digital asset management, metadata aggregation, and incorporating records from the Museum’s collection into national digital portals. Apprentice will receive daily instruction, guidance, and follow-up for all tasks assigned.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Data curation
- Digital asset management
- Metadata aggregation
Responsibilities may include:
- Digitizing materials and assigning metadata
- Description and arrangement of archival collections and preparation of finding aids
- MARC cataloging
- Historical, biographical, or scientific research
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interest in library, information, and/or data sciences
- Organizational skills
- Technology skills
ELIGIBILITY:
Applicants must:
- Reside in San Diego County
- A special emphasis is placed on identifying and recruiting students 18 or over residing in or attending high school or college in San Diego County who are members of groups underrepresented in STEM careers.
HOURS: Up to 275 hours total. Flexible schedule. Some remote work may be possible.
COMPENSATION: Paid, hourly, $16/hr.
LOCATION: On-Site. Some remote work may be possible.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV or resume with three references and a Cover Letter. All materials should go to Arie Hammond, library@sdnhm.org. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.173 total views, 0 today