Two Research Specialists, Papers of Abraham Lincoln

The University of Illinois Springfield, Center for State Policy and Leadership is seeking two Research Specialists for the Papers of Abraham Lincoln, a long-term documentary editing project dedicated to locating, imaging, transcribing, annotating, and publishing all documents written by or to Abraham Lincoln during his entire lifetime.

The first position will locate and scan documents at the National Archives Building in Washington, DC. The research specialist will also create document tracking spreadsheets, make revisions in an online content management system, and do other research tasks related to the search for Lincoln documents at the National Archives.

The second position will mark up and apply subject headings to transcribed documents for inclusion in an online edition of Lincoln’s papers and conduct historical research to contextualize and annotate the documents at the project’s offices in downtown Springfield, Illinois.

Requirements: 1) Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in History, Political Science, English, or related field with five years relevant work experience OR Master of Arts degree in History, Political Science, English or related field with one year relevant work experience; 2) substantive content experience in nineteenth-century American history; 3) strong oral and written communication skills; and 4) a working knowledge of computers, including word processing, database, and email programs.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience performing historical research; demonstrated ability to work effectively on group tasks; demonstrated attention to detail and precision in research, reading, and writing; and experience in utilizing electronic databases and the Internet for historical research.

For consideration, candidates will need to work through the Hire Touch process of the University (https://jobs.uis.edu/job-board), create or update a profile, and submit a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications relative to this position; a resume; and, names and contact information (phone and email address) for three current professional references. To be considered for both positions, candidates will need to submit separate applications under each position.  The Search Committee will begin screening applications March 27, 2015, and the search will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for the position is May 11, 2015.

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois and provides an intellectually rich, collaborative, and intimate learning environment for students, faculty, and staff, while serving local, regional, state, national, and international communities. UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Persons with disabilities, women, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Daniel W. Stowell, Director/Editor
Papers of Abraham Lincoln
dstowell@papersofabrahamlincoln.org
Website: www.papersofabrahamlincoln.org