Copyright Officer and Head, Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright

Copyright Officer and Head, Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright

Copyright Officer and Head, Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks an innovative, knowledgeable and service-oriented Copyright Officer and Head, Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright for a tenure-line faculty position. This librarian will be an expert on matters of copyright and scholarly communication and develop and lead an outreach, education, and consultation program that will help students, faculty, and staff understand how copyright and scholarly communications affect their work. The successful candidate will work closely with the Office of General Counsel, Risk Management, Federal relations, and the Office of Technology Management, and others to help develop and apply polices for intellectual property at the University. The librarian will advise the Libraries on national and international copyright and scholarly communications matters and help craft policies that enable the fullest possible access to the Libraries' collections. The Office supports Penn State's Open Access (OA) Policy, promotes open scholarship, and transforms the scholarly publishing landscape to make Penn State research more accessible. Successful candidates will benefit from the strong mentoring program in fulfilling expectations in the areas of librarianship, research, and service.

The University Libraries values diversity of thought, perspective, experience and people, and is actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply. More information on Penn State's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence can be found by visiting http://equity.psu.edu/diversity-statement. Information about the University Libraries' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility efforts can be found by visiting https://libraries.psu.edu/about/diversity.

The University Libraries support flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Responsibilities: The Copyright Officer and Head, Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright supervises employees within the Office; reports to the Associate Dean for Collections, Research, and Scholarly Communications; and is responsible for managing, coordinating, and performing activities related to copyright and scholarly communications:

• Serve as an expert in the University community for copyright, fair use, Teach Act, scholarly communications, and other related issues.
  
• Support faculty, students, and staff on matters related to copyright and scholarly communications in research, publishing, instruction, and learning.
  
• Advocate for open access to scholarly output.
  
• Develop and lead an outreach and education program on these topics to advance Penn State research and teaching. Collaborate with subject liaison librarians, instructional designers, and others.
  
• Coordinate and conduct workshops or provide course-related instruction to promote the understanding of copyright, intellectual property, and scholarly communications.
  
• Promote Penn State's OA policy and develop policies on related issues. Liaise with Office of General Council to ensure consistent application of law and policy.
  
• Support and promote ScholarSphere, the Penn State Institutional Repository, and the Researcher Metadata Database (RMD).
  
• Evaluate and suggest OA investment opportunities and provide input on licensing terms. Collaborate with Acquisitions, others with collection development duties, including Commonwealth Campus Libraries (CCLs), and peers through the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA).
  
• Supervise employees within the Office of Scholarly Communications and Copyright.
  
• Monitor national copyright and intellectual property trends.
  
• Represent the Libraries as appropriate throughout the University and at BTAA, ARL, SPARC, and other professional venues.
  
• Research and Service: Engage in research, scholarly publication, and professional service activities in areas appropriate to academic librarianship, copyright and scholarly communications.
  

Required Qualifications: JD or a relevant graduate degree; experience in and knowledge of scholarly communications and copyright; leadership or management experience; effective communication and interpersonal skills to help non-experts understand law and policy; ability to work independently and collaboratively; and experience working effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience negotiating with publishers in advancing innovating scholarly publishing business models; experience conducting workshops or providing instruction; demonstrated understanding of research processes; and a record of scholarship, presentation, and/or professional contributions in the area of copyright or scholarly communications.

Environment: The Penn State University Libraries are a strategic asset to Penn State, advancing intellectual discovery, information literacy, and lifelong learning, all in support of the University's strategic goals in teaching, research, service, and outreach. The University Libraries is ranked among the top 10 research libraries in North America, according to the Association of Research Libraries' investment rankings, and provides services at University Park and 22 other campus locations throughout Pennsylvania as well as online. We serve more than 6,400 faculty and 46,800 students at University Park, and approximately 97,500 students university-wide. More than 120 faculty librarians in the University Libraries benefit from extensive technological resources and research support services. Penn State is a member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA), the Association of American Universities (AAU), and the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU). The University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), HathiTrust, AP Trust, SPARC, CNI, and a number of other organizations.

The University Park campus is set in the State College metropolitan area, a university town located in central Pennsylvania. State College offers a vibrant community with outstanding recreational facilities, a low crime rate, and excellent public schools. The campus is within a half-day's drive to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, or Pittsburgh. The University Park Airport is served by three major carriers with flights to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and Detroit. For more information, please visit http://www.libraries.psu.edu (http://www.libraries.psu.edu) and http://www.cbicc.org (http://www.cbicc.org).

Compensation and Rank: This is a tenure-line faculty position.

Salary is commensurate with a candidate's qualifications, education, and experience. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits program, generous paid time off, and tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. In addition, faculty in the University Libraries are afforded funds for professional development travel annually.

Applicants for the Assistant Librarian rank should have:

A graduate degree in library or information studies or other appropriate degree; must have demonstrated potential ability as a librarian; and must have shown promise of growth in research and service.

Applicants for the Associate Librarian rank should have:

In addition to the qualifications for Assistant Librarian, the Associate Librarian should demonstrate excellence in librarianship, show evidence of an established reputation in research, and have a strong record of service to the University and the profession.

Interested candidates must upload materials via Penn State's Workday applicant portal, including the following documents: a cover letter, a resume or vita, and names and contact information (including email addresses) of professional references. Furnished references must include a current/previous direct supervisor, a colleague, an employee who was/is a direct report, and one at the candidate's discretion. Review of applications will begin March 15, 2023 and continue until position is filled. A candidate's application materials are expected to provide clear evidence of their commitment to, and the impact of, the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected groups.

For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please see Penn State University Police's Clery Act (http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/), which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.


Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Copyright-Officer-and-Head--Office-of-Scholarly-Communications-and-Copyright_REQ_0000040407-1

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.



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