Open Publishing Student Assistant - University Libraries

The position will provide support in metadata creation and publishing assistance in the production of university-published scholarly journals and textbooks uploaded to ScholarWorks, the university repository. Training will be provided. Career Readiness Competencies - Maintain a positive, growth-oriented mindset when facing challenges. - Present ideas or updates in a clear and organized manner. - Identify when additional information is needed before making a decision. - Show respect for coworkers, supervisors, and students with different backgrounds. - Demonstrate reliability and accountability in completing tasks. - Follow instructions, meet deadlines, and deliver quality work. - Use campus tools and systems effectively to complete job tasks. Essential Functions - Enter faculty publication citations into open access platforms and update existing records. - Scan print materials and complete metadata spreadsheets for special projects. - Assist with creation of university-published materials, including publication formatting, copyediting, and proofreading of submitted manuscripts and final publications. - Run accessibility checks on digital content using tools such as Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Word's built-in checkers, in alignment with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. - Remediate PDFs and Word documents to meet accessibility requirements (e.g., headings structure, alt text, reading order). - Create and edit captions and transcripts for audio and video materials. Minimum Qualifications - Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proficiency with design tools (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) Additional Information - Familiarity with technology and willingness to learn - Basic knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) or prior coursework in a related field - Interest in open access, scholarly publishing, academic libraries, graphic design, or educational technology - Experience with digital design, web content, or captioning tools Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory environment. This position is not eligible for benefits.