Graduate Assistanship (Healey Library)
UMass Boston - Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298![UMass Boston](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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General Summary of Position:The Library Systems and Discovery Services department within Healey Library is looking for a graduate assistant to support the activities of the LSDS department.
Examples of Duties:Under the supervision of Healey Library Systems and Discovery Services (LSDS) staff, this position works directly with LSDS staff to help develop, implement, and maintain a wide array of library services and applications that support library patrons and staff, including the integrated library system, library search and discovery tool, and the library website. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Maintaining the library systems.Customizing and enhancing the user interface of the discovery tool using modern UX/UI principles.Exploring new technologies to identify opportunities for effective application and potential integration with various university systems and 3rd party applications using APIs and Web Services.Documenting projects and code.Developing reports and statistics.Participating in user-centered usability testing.Other tasks as assigned.This position requires excellent technical and communication skills, and a high level of dependability. The candidate must be a self-motivated independent learner with the ability to take responsibility for projects, demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt emerging technologies applicable to the library, and have a strong interest in exploring technologies and systems that can support and enhance core library principles and services. The candidate must communicate well with colleagues and work successfully in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Healey Library is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff to support the community, as part of its organizational commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion values and practices in its services and work environment. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment.
Minimum Qualifications:Position restricted to matriculating UMass Boston graduate students.Experience in web development using AngularJS/Angular, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.Experience with web application development in a Unix/Linux or Cloud Computing environment.Working knowledge of one or more structured programming languages (e.g. PHP, Ruby, Python, Perl, Java, etc.).Demonstrated knowledge and usage of various operating systems such as Linux/Unix, Windows, and MacOS.Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and operating system issues.Experience in documenting coding and project development work.Strong written and oral English communication skills.Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to learn quickly.Strong customer service orientation.
Desired Qualifications:Experience with XML/XSL and JSON.Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS).Experience and knowledge with WIX web development platform.Knowledge of Tableau or other data analysis/visualization tools.Understanding of Web Services such as REST, SOAP, and other XML-based APIs.Experience integrating multiple software or services via APIs.Experience with web/relational database management systems integration.
Application Process:
Candidates should provide a resume/CV and cover letter to
Yueqing Chen
by mail at library.technology@umb.edu. In the cover letter, applicants should explain why they would like to serve in this role, their qualifications for serving in the role, and their expectations for how this role connects with their current and future career aspirations.
Salary:
Hourly pay: $31.40; biweekly stipend $1,130.67; annual stipend of $20,352; 100% tuition waiver.
Contract Period:
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