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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 Head Of Communications
Frame your credentials around PR specialist criteria
TN visa approval for communications leaders depends on establishing fit within the Public Relations Specialist category. Gather documentation showing your degree is in communications, journalism, or public relations, not a general business credential, before you apply.
Target employers with in-house communications teams
Companies with dedicated communications or corporate affairs departments are far more likely to sponsor TN visas than those relying on agencies. Look for organizations with VP- or C-suite-level communications functions, which signals internal capacity to support the filing.
Search TN-eligible roles at employers with visa experience
Use Migrate Mate to filter Head of Communications openings by employer visa sponsorship experience, so you spend time on roles where the employer has demonstrated familiarity with work visa processes, not chasing unverified listings.
Negotiate TN filing before signing your offer letter
Confirm the employer will prepare the TN support letter and bear filing costs before you accept. Some organizations default to attorney-managed processes that delay start dates by weeks if not addressed at the offer stage.
Prepare for CBP scrutiny on job duty overlap
Mexican professionals entering at a U.S. port of entry should carry a detailed job description distinguishing communications strategy from marketing or advertising functions, since CBP officers sometimes conflate these roles and request additional documentation.
Align your TN renewal timeline with contract cycles
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals. If your employment is project-based or tied to a fixed-term contract, ensure renewals are initiated well before the contract end date to avoid gaps in authorized status.
Head Of Communications TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head of Communications role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the role maps to the Public Relations Specialist category listed in the USMCA's TN occupation schedule. The position must involve communications strategy, media relations, or corporate affairs as primary duties. Roles that blend significantly into marketing, advertising, or general management functions can face additional scrutiny at the port of entry or from USCIS.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for this role?
The TN visa has no annual cap and no lottery for Canadian citizens, meaning you can pursue a Head of Communications role and start work without waiting for a selection round. H-1B visa requires lottery registration each April and a wait of months even after selection. For Mexican citizens, the TN has a separate annual allocation, but the process still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
Where can I find Head of Communications jobs that explicitly offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Head of Communications roles where employers have confirmed TN visa sponsorship, so you're not spending time applying to positions where sponsorship is unclear. Filtering by TN status at the start of your search significantly narrows the field to employers already prepared to file.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must produce a TN support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, duties, required qualifications, the professional category being claimed, and your anticipated length of employment. You'll also need to present your degree credentials. Canadian citizens can present these documents directly at a U.S. port of entry without consular processing.
Can I switch employers as a Head of Communications on TN status?
You can change employers, but your TN authorization is employer-specific. You cannot begin work with a new organization until either a new TN is approved at a port of entry or USCIS approves a change of employer petition. There is no grace period that allows you to work for a new employer while the application is pending, so timing the transition carefully with both employers is critical.