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Specialist in library and information sciences

80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term

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The ETH Library (www.library.ethz.ch) promotes knowledge, supports research and teaching and, as a credible institution, makes the world of yesterday, today and tomorrow more comprehensible for you. The Research Analytics Services group, hosted by the section Research Support Services and Acquisitions, is hiring a specialist in library and information science as team member of the NAIF project (National Approach for Interoperable repositories and Findable research results, https://eth-library.github.io/naif/), co-funded by swissuniversities and eight Swiss higher education institutions. The position is to be filled on 1 September 2025 and is limited until 30 September 2026.

Project background

In this role, you will support the project lead at ETH Library in managing the NAIF project, encompassing seven other Swiss Higher Education Institutions (HEI). Your main tasks will be to contribute to the work packages for which ETH Library is responsible, i.e. review of institutional repositories, enhancement of national and global academic data. You will compile reports and other project deliverables. Furthermore, you will support the organisation of the project (meetings, minutes, communication, documentation, cost tracking). In order to fulfil these tasks, it is essential to closely collaborate with all the project partners within ETH Library and at the other Swiss HEIs.

Job description

Contribute to the project, including

  • Performing an inventory together with a gap analysis of Swiss institutional repositories in terms of implemented standards and certifications, metadata availability, quality and completeness
  • Collaborating and communicating with stakeholders in Switzerland and internationally
  • Contributing to enhance the quality of national and global academic data through the development of strategies for long-term data quality improvement and data curation, including persistent identifiers for organizations, researchers and funding
  • Supporting the writing of reports on responsible monitoring and research assessment and on national approaches to increase the findability of research output

Profile

 

  • You hold a Master's degree in library science, information science or a related field. Prior experience with institutional repositories or in a university library is an advantage
  • You show prior experience or strong interest around interoperability and standardization of institutional repositories and metadata standards
  • You have excellent written and oral communication skills in English and German, (additional Swiss national languages such as French or Italian are an asset, and you are able to write clear, structured reports
  • You enjoy engaging with diverse stakeholders from different institutions.
  • You have experience in managing collaborative projects and are confident in managing work packages and timelines. You coordinate organisational tasks with ease, keeping stakeholders aligned and informed.
  • You demonstrate strong attention to detail and analytical thinking, and a systematic way of working
  • You have a strong interest or prior experience in the Swiss research landscape, scholarly communication, dissemination of research output and research assessment methods

Workplace

Workplace

We offer

  • Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society
  • We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university
  • You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits
Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • copies of relevant certificates

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr David Johann, email: david.johann@library.ethz.ch (no applications).

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.