Editor, Digital Scholarship, IAJS (Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA)

BC International

Chestnut Hill, MA

Full Time

Mid Level

14 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Editor, Digital Scholarship at Boston College's Institute for Advanced Jesuit Studies (IAJS) promotes and facilitates collegiality between the IAJS and the global network of Jesuit Studies scholars. The role involves overseeing digital projects related to Jesuit history and scholarship, serving as a liaison to university departments and external vendors, and contributing to the institute's digital strategy. The position supports the advancement of the historical study of the Society of Jesus and its educational and spiritual mission.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all Digital Projects within the IAJS, including the Jesuit Online Bibliography, Jesuit Online Library, Jesuit Historiography Online, the Digital Indipetae Project, the Portal to Jesuit Studies, the Jesuit Necrology Database, the Jesuit Catalogues Database, the Proceedings for the International Symposia on Jesuit Studies, the Online Chronicon, and other digital projects including mobile applications.
Serve as the liaison to the University Library, external digital vendors, and other Boston College departments related to IAJS digital and print projects.
Work with the Director and Associate Director to provide input into the Institute's overall digital strategy and contribute to its implementation.

Requirements

Ph.D. degree in History, Religion, or Digital Humanities.
Three years of experience as a website designer or online database editor.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Jesuit archives, Jesuit history, and global Jesuit scholarship.
Demonstrated competence in the systematic use of digital resources and analysis of their application.
Proficiency in Latin and related paleography.
One year of project management experience.
Full-time employment eligibility.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in History, Religion, or Digital Humanities
Experience in website design or online database editing

Benefits & Perks

Tuition remission for Employees
Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Low-Cost Life Insurance
Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
Additional benefits available on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook

Working at BC International

Boston College is committed to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff. The university values teaching and working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. It emphasizes its Jesuit, Catholic mission and dedication to diversity and inclusion.

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