Brown University is in the process of implementing VIVO, an open source
semantic web application that supports and facilitates research discovery
within and among institutions. The Brown University Library is seeking a
Semantic Web Programmer/Developer to play a vital role in the launch and
support of this new campus enterprise system. This full time, regular
position is an exciting opportunity for a programmer to work on a
large-scale project using linked open data in a collaborative environment
employing agile software development practices.
The Semantic Web Programmer/Developer is responsible for initial data
design and ingestion, for configuration of local extensions to the
application ontology and for ongoing maintenance of the data and its
applications. The position develops and documents scripts and
semantic web technologies
to process data and metadata from institutional databases of record, online
databases of publications and research grant information, and other sources
as identified by campus stakeholders. S/He writes programs and web services
to enhance and prepare data for reporting, analysis, archiving, and
display. S/he works with other technology staff to leveragesemantic data
from various systems to deliver new and innovative services. The position
participates actively in the VIVO development network and represents Brown in
the national VIVO community. The position reports to the Head, Integrated
Technology Services in the Brown University Library.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Advanced Degree in
Information Science; plus three to five years experience in data management
and web application development using current methods and technologies
● Experience working with the RDF data model and semantic web design
principles
● Experience with formal ontology languages such as OWL and RDFS
● Experience with languages for querying RDF (e.g., SPARQL, SeRQL)
● Experience with one or more metadata manipulation and scripting
languages: XSLT, Java, Perl, Python, or PHP
● Knowledge of data extraction, mining, harvesting techniques and tools
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience with Jena or other semantic web libraries
● Experience with deployment of RDF triple stores in a production
environment
● Experience with metadata issues related to the discovery of academic
resources
● Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
● Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
To apply for this position (JOB# B01403), please visit Brown’s Online
Employment website (https
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careers <https://careers.brown.edu/>.
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. <https://careers.brown.edu/>edu <https://careers.brown.edu/>), complete
an application online, attach documents, and submit for immediate
consideration. Documents should include cover letter, resume, and the
names and e-mail addresses of three references. Review of applications
will continue until the position is filled. *Brown University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer*
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Jean Rainwater
Head, Integrated Technology Services
Brown University Library
10 Prospect Street / Box A
Providence, Rhode Island 02912
401.863.9031
Jean_Rainwater_at_brown.edu
Received on Wed Jul 11 2012 - 09:43:40 EDT