Job Description

The L.M. Montgomery Institute (LMMI) (https://www.lmmontgomery.ca/) is seeking an undergraduate Student Research Assistant to support the online, multimedia Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies.
The Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies is the only journal dedicated to one of the world's most enduring writers, L.M. Montgomery (1874-1942), author of Anne of Green Gables, among other works of fiction, as well as poetry, letters, and journals. The Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies is a refereed, open-access digital space and an official publication of the L.M. Montgomery Institute and Robertson Library, both at UPEI. Learn more here: https://journaloflmmontgomerystudies.ca


The successful candidate for this position will contribute to the development of the Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies. The student will provide editorial support, uploading submissions to the journal website, and formatting submissions on the journal website. There will also be scope for creative work like creating multimedia exhibits to enhance submissions or creating social media promotional materials.


The student will enhance their knowledge of publishing and website design, as well as of Canadian and PEI history, literature, arts, and culture.


While digital or technical expertise is not required, an openness to learning new technologies is; the successful candidate will be given support and provided with training to develop relevant web skills. This is an excellent opportunity for an Arts student to gain or improve their digital skills.


The student will be supervised by Dr. Kate Scarth, Chair of L.M. Montgomery Studies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contribute to the development of the online, open access, multimedia Journal of L.M. Montgomery Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island's L.M. Montgomery Institute Upload multi-media submissions to the journal website (the website's platform is Drupal) Make edits to journal articles in line with the journal's style guide as requested by the editorial team or authors Develop expertise in technical aspects of the journal website Assist contributors to create multimedia/digital exhibits to better display their work (e.g., online exhibit of photography) Create multi-media/social media promotional material to raise the journal's profile amongst interdisciplinary academics, Montgomery enthusiasts, and the general public Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current UPEI Bachelor of Arts student Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Highly motivated and responsible The ability to work independently and be well organized Experience working closely with others Willingness to learn new digital tools Experience with technology/digital tools (particularly website design or development) is an asset Familiarity with or interest in the life and/or work of L.M. Montgomery and with Prince Edward Island/Atlantic Canadian literature and/or history is an asset

Please state expected graduation date in your application.
Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.