WSU Libraries Graduate Student Assistant - Bibliographic Data Migration
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WSU Libraries Graduate Student Assistant - Bibliographic Data Migration
- 495653
- Student
Department
WSU Libraries
Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type
Part Time
Pay
$9.00/hr
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 20 hours per week
Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.
Job Story
Are you proficient in working with spreadsheet data and data automation? Are you patient enough to manually clean, edit, and update spreadsheets if automation is not available? If yes, University Libraries Institutional Repository and Digitization team has an exciting opportunity for a graduate student to assist in the migration of SOAR: Shocker Open Access Repository to a new software platform.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in data migration from SOAR to a new repository platform.
• Work with bibliographic data, including editing and cleaning metadata in
spreadsheets.
• Utilize data automation tools, where available, to streamline processes.
• Manually update and edit large datasets if automation is not feasible.
Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.
Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.
Additional Requirements
• Current enrollment in a graduate program at the university.
• Proficiency in working with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets).
• Attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data inconsistencies.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.
Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with bibliographic data or metadata management.
Additional Information for Posting
Start Date:
Available immediately. The position will be hired as a Student Assistant with the possibility to sign a Graduate Assistantship agreement at the beginning of the Spring Semester.
Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
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If at any time you have questions or issues with completing tasks, please reach out to Human Resources for assistance:
WSU Human Resources:
(316) 978-3065 or email employment@wichita.edu
(Athletics staff should reach out to WSU HR)
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Commitment Statement:
Wichita State University is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be a university that promotes inclusive excellence at every level of our organization. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of inclusive excellence; a place to learn, work, live and play.
EEO Statement:
Wichita State University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age (40 years or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
Persons with disabilities requesting accommodations in the application or interview process, please notify Human Resources at (316) 978-3065 or email employment@wichita.edu.
Concerns related to discrimination may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights, Title IX & ADA Compliance (CTAC).
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