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Job no: 497498
Full time/Part time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Faculty
Seton Hall University Libraries invites applications for our Scholarly Communications Librarian position. This is a permanent full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer position. We seek a tech-savvy individual to work with faculty and systems to showcase, manage, and analyze SHU’s scholarly output.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Information Technology and Collection Services, the Scholarly Communications Librarian performs a variety of work with library faculty and staff, faculty departments, and campus partners to develop and implement research information management software, assist with the institutional repository and faculty metrics. The successful candidate will develop promotional material and provide training and support online and in-person for the SHU community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Facilitates requests for faculty scholarly metrics reports; provides consultation services to faculty for creating a faculty profile page and on the use of research metrics, from various bibliometric and altmetric resources, such as Scopus, SHU’s institutional repository (Digital Commons), ORCID, Faculty Success, Pure4EGS, and other similar platforms.
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Primary point of contact for the Libraries’ role in finalizing and registering doctoral dissertations and master’s theses.
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Creates and maintains training and marketing material related to research information management.
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Prepares reports and presentations for faculty, departments, and research centers.
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Works closely with external vendors and campus partners to solve technical issues related to scholarly communications platforms.
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Participates in reference, library instruction, and leading workshops.
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Participates as an active member of the Libraries’ Research Data Services unit.
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Assists in assessment and migration of new technologies.
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Assists in the implementation of new digital services.
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Creates and enhances resources for scholarly communications related topics, including compliance with IRB guidelines.
Required Qualifications:
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ALA-accredited master's degree in library science and information studies.
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Minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience.
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Experience with institutional repository software such as Digital Commons.
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Familiarity with scholarly metrics and digital identifiers such as ORCID and data sources (e.g. Scopus, Google Scholar, and SciVal).
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Basic knowledge of copyright and Open Access principles.
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Experience with project management, solving technical issues, and communicating with vendors.
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Experience with consulting, training, and writing technical documentation.
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Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).
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Experience with reference and teaching.
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Commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace, as well as in the systems, services, and collections we build.
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Commitment to supporting the Mission of the University and servant leadership.
Desired Qualifications:
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Experience overseeing staff and student assistants.
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Experience with research information management tools.
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Experience with data visualization and data analysis.
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Current knowledge of web and digital content technologies, and standards of interoperability, usability, and accessibility for the web.
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Experience with ATLAS.ti, Qualtrics, ArcGIS, STATA, and/or MATLAB.
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Experience teaching information literacy classes.
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Experience teaching data services workshops.
Salary Range:
$58,359 - $64,843
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide 3 professional references that we may contact.
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
Advertised: 22 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Scholarly Communications Librarian
Job no: 497498
Full time/Part time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Faculty
Seton Hall University Libraries invites applications for our Scholarly Communications Librarian position. This is a permanent full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer position. We seek a tech-savvy individual to work with faculty and systems to showcase, manage, and analyze SHU’s scholarly output.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Information Technology and Collection Services, the Scholarly Communications Librarian performs a variety of work with library faculty and staff, faculty departments, and campus partners to develop and implement research information management software, assist with the institutional repository and faculty metrics. The successful candidate will develop promotional material and provide training and support online and in-person for the SHU community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
-
Facilitates requests for faculty scholarly metrics reports; provides consultation services to faculty for creating a faculty profile page and on the use of research metrics, from various bibliometric and altmetric resources, such as Scopus, SHU’s institutional repository (Digital Commons), ORCID, Faculty Success, Pure4EGS, and other similar platforms.
-
Primary point of contact for the Libraries’ role in finalizing and registering doctoral dissertations and master’s theses.
-
Creates and maintains training and marketing material related to research information management.
-
Prepares reports and presentations for faculty, departments, and research centers.
-
Works closely with external vendors and campus partners to solve technical issues related to scholarly communications platforms.
-
Participates in reference, library instruction, and leading workshops.
-
Participates as an active member of the Libraries’ Research Data Services unit.
-
Assists in assessment and migration of new technologies.
-
Assists in the implementation of new digital services.
-
Creates and enhances resources for scholarly communications related topics, including compliance with IRB guidelines.
Required Qualifications:
-
ALA-accredited master's degree in library science and information studies.
-
Minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience.
-
Experience with institutional repository software such as Digital Commons.
-
Familiarity with scholarly metrics and digital identifiers such as ORCID and data sources (e.g. Scopus, Google Scholar, and SciVal).
-
Basic knowledge of copyright and Open Access principles.
-
Experience with project management, solving technical issues, and communicating with vendors.
-
Experience with consulting, training, and writing technical documentation.
-
Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).
-
Experience with reference and teaching.
-
Commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace, as well as in the systems, services, and collections we build.
-
Commitment to supporting the Mission of the University and servant leadership.
Desired Qualifications:
-
Experience overseeing staff and student assistants.
-
Experience with research information management tools.
-
Experience with data visualization and data analysis.
-
Current knowledge of web and digital content technologies, and standards of interoperability, usability, and accessibility for the web.
-
Experience with ATLAS.ti, Qualtrics, ArcGIS, STATA, and/or MATLAB.
-
Experience teaching information literacy classes.
-
Experience teaching data services workshops.
Salary Range:
$58,359 - $64,843
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide 3 professional references that we may contact.
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
Advertised: 22 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Communications
Gather credentials that prove specialty occupation
TN visa eligibility for communications roles depends on showing your degree directly relates to the job duties. A journalism degree supporting a public relations role is fine; a general arts degree may not be. Get your transcripts translated and evaluated before applying.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search for employers with recent visa filings in communications roles. Prior experience with work visa sponsorship signals familiarity with the visa process, cutting down the time spent educating HR teams on the requirements.
Clarify your job title matches USMCA listed occupations
TN approval hinges on your role mapping to a recognized category. Titles like 'Content Strategist' or 'Brand Manager' don't appear in USMCA by name, so your offer letter must frame duties around a qualifying occupation like Graphic Designer or Scientific Technician where applicable.
Search TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Filter for communications roles at employers who already sponsor TN visas using Migrate Mate. It surfaces job listings tied to verified sponsorship history, so you spend less time on companies that have never navigated the TN process.
Prepare your employer's support letter precisely
Canadian professionals present the employer's TN support letter directly at the port of entry. That letter must state your job title, duties, required degree, and TN classification. CBP officers deny entry when letters are vague about how duties require your specific degree.
Understand Mexican citizen consular requirements upfront
If you're Mexican, TN sponsorship requires a consular appointment, not port-of-entry processing. Schedule the appointment after the employer provides a support letter. Bring the employer support letter, degree credentials, and your passport. Processing delays at consulates can affect start date planning.
Communications TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do communications jobs actually qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the title alone doesn't determine eligibility. The position must require a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the duties. A communications strategist role requiring a degree in communications, journalism, or public relations will typically qualify. Roles where any degree is acceptable, regardless of field, are harder to support under TN.
How does TN compare to H-1B for communications professionals?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance each year and waiting until October 1 to begin work. For communications professionals who qualify under USMCA, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What should a communications job offer letter include for TN purposes?
The offer letter must state your specific job title, a detailed description of duties, the TN category you're entering under, your required degree and field, and your employment start date. Vague letters that list broad responsibilities without connecting them to your specific degree field are a common reason CBP or consular officers push back on TN applications.
Where can I find communications employers who sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate lets you search for communications roles specifically filtered by TN visa sponsorship. Rather than cold-applying to employers who may not know the TN process, you can focus on companies that have already sponsored professionals under USMCA. This is especially useful for Mexican citizens planning consular appointments, where employer readiness matters more.
Can Mexican citizens use TN sponsorship for communications roles the same way Canadians can?
The substantive requirements are identical, but the process differs. Canadian citizens apply at a U.S. port of entry with their documents and receive a decision the same day. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad and schedule an interview. Mexico also has a TN allocation limit per year, which Canadians are not subject to, so timing your application matters.