Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- University of South Carolina
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina
- Categories: Postdoctoral-Humanities
- Posting Date: 08/31/2020
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Part-time
Full Job Description
Posting Number
STA00508PO20
Classification Title
Post Doctoral Fellow
Internal Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
University Libraries
Department
LIBR Irvin Dept. Rare Books
Band
Unclassified
Advertised Minimum Salary
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
The standard hours per week are 37.5.
Type of Staff Position
Research Grant (RGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Post-doctoral
Benefit Eligibility Type
Research Grant (RGP)
South Carolina Retirement
Yes
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
No
Sick Leave
No
Advertised Job Summary
The fellow will play a major role in developing an enhanced digital edition of the complete works of Giovanni Piranesi based on a full 29-volume set of his Opere. The fellow will be responsible for determining methods of digital display for historical material that combines images and texts. Tasks, to be completed onsite or remotely, include webpage development at digitalpiranesi.org, staff management, digital and physical exhibit curation, and planning the project’s future growth. Specific tasks include writing scholarly essays on Piranesi’s Views of Rome, translating selected texts, generating custom metadata, correcting OCR text, and promoting the project.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Required: Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (Italian, Art History, History of Architecture, Classics, Comparative Literature, European History), experience with digital humanities, and fluency in Italian.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with metadata creation; Familiarity with controlled vocabularies; Research focus on Giovanni Piranesi.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities to prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with internal and external customers. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
Job Open Date
08/27/2020
Job Close Date
09/03/2020
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Apply online at http://uscjobs.sc.edu. The cover letter, explaining the reason for your interest and qualifications, may be addressed to Chair, Director of Administrative Services Search Committee. Curriculum vitae must include names, addresses, telephone number, and email addresses for three references.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 3, 2020.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. USC is an EOB .
Quicklink for Posting
http://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/86643
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*
Do you have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline such as Italian, Art History, History of Architecture, Classics, Comparative Literature, or European History, and experience with digital humanities?
Yes
No
*
Explain your metadata experience.
(Open Ended Question)
*
Are you fluent in Italian?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
STA00508PO20
Classification Title
Post Doctoral Fellow
Internal Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
University Libraries
Department
LIBR Irvin Dept. Rare Books
Band
Unclassified
Advertised Minimum Salary
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
The standard hours per week are 37.5.
Type of Staff Position
Research Grant (RGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Post-doctoral
Benefit Eligibility Type
Research Grant (RGP)
South Carolina Retirement
Yes
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
No
Sick Leave
No
Advertised Job Summary
The fellow will play a major role in developing an enhanced digital edition of the complete works of Giovanni Piranesi based on a full 29-volume set of his Opere. The fellow will be responsible for determining methods of digital display for historical material that combines images and texts. Tasks, to be completed onsite or remotely, include webpage development at digitalpiranesi.org, staff management, digital and physical exhibit curation, and planning the project’s future growth. Specific tasks include writing scholarly essays on Piranesi’s Views of Rome, translating selected texts, generating custom metadata, correcting OCR text, and promoting the project.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Required: Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (Italian, Art History, History of Architecture, Classics, Comparative Literature, European History), experience with digital humanities, and fluency in Italian.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with metadata creation; Familiarity with controlled vocabularies; Research focus on Giovanni Piranesi.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities to prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with internal and external customers. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
Job Open Date
08/27/2020
Job Close Date
09/03/2020
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Apply online at http://uscjobs.sc.edu. The cover letter, explaining the reason for your interest and qualifications, may be addressed to Chair, Director of Administrative Services Search Committee. Curriculum vitae must include names, addresses, telephone number, and email addresses for three references.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 3, 2020.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. USC is an EOB .
Quicklink for Posting
http://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/86643
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*
Do you have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline such as Italian, Art History, History of Architecture, Classics, Comparative Literature, or European History, and experience with digital humanities?
Yes
No
*
Explain your metadata experience.
(Open Ended Question)
*
Are you fluent in Italian?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae