Digital Humanities Librarian – 12 Months Salaried Faculty

Association of Research Libraries · Zhob, Pakistan

Florida State University Job Location: Apply By: 11/7/2026 Date Created: 10/15/2026

Florida State University (FSU) seeks a collaborative and technically skilled Digital Humanities Librarian to help shape the future of digital scholarship, research innovation, and student learning. As a preeminent public research university, FSU is committed to advancing knowledge, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing students to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

Located within the Office of Digital Research and Scholarship (DRS), this position provides an exciting opportunity to partner with faculty, researchers, and students on innovative digital humanities projects while helping develop technical skills and research capabilities that support academic success.

The Digital Humanities Librarian serves as the advanced technical lead for CreateFSU, the Libraries’ academic web-hosting service, providing expert consultation and technical support for faculty and student digital scholarship initiatives. This position collaborates closely with the DRSteam, the AI and Data Lab, and campus partners to advance digital research methodologies, expand access to emerging technologies, and support the university’s mission of research excellence and student success.

The successful candidate will help empower researchers and students to explore, create, and share new forms of scholarship while contributing to a vibrant and growing digital humanities community at FSU.

Key Responsibilities

Support Digital Scholarship and Research Innovation

Serve as the advanced technical lead for CreateFSU and related web-hosting platforms, providing consultation, troubleshooting, and support for complex digital scholarship projects.

Assist faculty, graduate students, and researchers in developing and sustaining digital humanities projects using a variety of publishing and web-based platforms.

Develop and maintain technical documentation, tutorials, and user guides that support digital research and publishing initiatives.

Advance Student Learning and Research Skills

Collaborate with DRS colleagues to design and deliver workshops, instructional programming, and technical training through initiatives such as the Digital Research Incubator.

Provide instruction in digital research methods, programming, data analysis, and related technologies, helping students and researchers build practical skills that support academic and professional success.

Partner with faculty to integrate digital humanities tools, methodologies, and assignments into undergraduate and graduate curricula.

Build Campus Partnerships

Consult with faculty, students, and staff on digital research projects, scholarly communication, and emerging technologies.

Foster collaborative relationships with partner units, including the Research Computing Center and the Interdisciplinary Data Humanities Initiative.

Serve as a resource for campus digital scholarship efforts and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance research capabilities across disciplines.

Contribute to Professional Excellence

Engage in ongoing professional development and scholarly activities related to digital humanities, digital scholarship, and academic librarianship.

Participate in library, university, and professional service activities.

Stay informed of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices that advance digital research and scholarship.

Qualifications

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program; orMaster’s degree in a humanities discipline, digital humanities, or a closely related field with relevant technical experience.

Demonstrated ability to independently learn and apply new technologies, software applications, programming languages, and web-based tools.

Understanding of current research trends, emerging technologies, and methodological shifts in the digital humanities.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to public service and user-centered support.

Strong collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast‑paced, evolving organizational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing technical support, debugging, or administration for web-hosting platforms (e.g., WordPress, Reclaim Hosting).

Proficiency in programming languages common to humanistic research, such as Python or R.

Demonstrated experience designing and delivering technical instruction, workshops, or academic presentations.

Ph.D. in a humanities or related digital studies field.

Join us in advancing discovery, scholarship, and student success through the power of digital humanities and emerging technologies.

At FSU Libraries, you will have the opportunity to:

Support a thriving research community at one of the nation’s leading public research universities.

Collaborate with innovative faculty, researchers, and students on impactful digital scholarship projects.

Help prepare students with the digital research and analytical skills needed for academic and career success.

Work in a collaborative environment that values creativity, innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Be part of a university recognized as one of America’s Best‑In‑State Employers and committed to investing in its people.

Why Tallahassee?

Located in Florida’s capital city, Tallahassee offers a unique combination of professional opportunity, affordability, and quality of life that appeals to professionals from across the country. Home to Florida State University, a thriving research community, and a growing innovation economy, Tallahassee provides the resources and amenities of a larger metropolitan area while maintaining the accessibility and sense of community often associated with smaller cities. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living than many major U.S. cities, nationally recognized schools, vibrant arts and cultural offerings, and abundant outdoor recreation, including parks, trails, rivers, and nearby Gulf Coast beaches. With year‑round opportunities for professional growth, a welcoming community, and a high quality of life, Tallahassee is an exceptional place to build a career, pursue new opportunities, and call home.

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