Description
The Copyright and Permissions Intern focuses his/her efforts on
assisting with a new initiative to institute online courses at Duke. The Intern will examine course materials and determine where reliance on fair use is appropriate and where permission must be sought.
Responsibilities
Working with librarians, including appropriate subject specialists, as
well as others involved in new scholarly communications initiatives to identify needs and key people to assist the outreach efforts, the intern:
# Reviews online course materials and evaluates the rights situation in
regard to any third-party
material contained therein.
# Using criteria developed working with the Director of the Copyright
and Scholarly Communications
Office, assesses where it is appropriate to rely on fair use.
# Seeks appropriate material that is licensed for non-commercial
educational use to substitute into
course materials when appropriate.
# When needed, contacts rights holders to obtain permission to use
(and, sometimes, reformat)
materials used in courseware.
# Gathers data regarding the use of the COPE fund to reimburse open
access article processing
charges and research open access publishing patterns of faculty
applicants to the fund; researches
other data about COPE funds at other institutions; prepares reports on
the use of the COPE fund as
requested.
# Maintains detailed documentation for permission decisions.
# Maintains a log of consultations for the Copyright and Scholarly Communications Office.
# Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional
workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors
are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning and a commitment to diversity.
Education
Required: BA/BS, enrolled in an ALA accredited MLS Program or accredited Juris Doctor degree. Recent graduates are welcome to apply.
Experience Required:
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; solid organizational skills with a strong attention to detail; ability to work independently and as a member of a team;
working knowledge of MS Office applications.
Preferred:
Some background or course work in intellectual property; strong interest in copyright law.
Working Conditions
# Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials
containing dust and mold is
possible
# Normal office environment
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
Hiring Rate
$16.00 per hour. The position is not eligible for University fringe benefits or moving, housing, or
relocation expenses.
Hours
The internship is a temporary, part-time position available 15 hours
per week, August 2015-May 2016.
Environment
Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the
most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the William R. Perkins Library and its branches: Rare Book, Manuscript and Special Collections, Lilly, and Music and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke#s library holdings of 6.1 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.
Duke's hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts
communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the
best places to live and to do business.
Application
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An electronic resume, cover letter, and list of 3 references should be
submitted at: http://www.hr.duke.edu/jobs/main.html. Refer to requisition # .
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual#s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The Duke University Libraries have a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff.
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