The posting
Introduction to Digital Archives and Methods is a moderately computationally intensive standalone course in History BA.
This course is scheduled on Tuesdays 8 -12 and Thursdays 10 - 14 in weeks 6 - 20. The bulk of assistance is needed in Weeks 6 - 15 in a minimum of 4 hr intervals. Each class is attended by circa 50-60 students who work in groups to complete digital tasks. The course is in-person.
We are looking for 2 teaching student assistants who can support the learners in this course through troubleshooting, assistance and conceptual guidance on the main tasks and themes of the course.
The tasks of the assistants are to provide in-class/remote assistance (in class-time):
· setup:
- assist with local software installations or online instantiations of Voyant, Transkribus, UCloud, R, OpenRefine, etc.
- access to course sources and computational environments
· operation:
- help students operate the tools introduced in the course and
- guide students in the pursuit of course tasks. Help interpret tool outputs during the conceptual work towards assessments.
- Act as student liaisons, translating student needs into technical questions for the instructors.
Selected candidates should show initiative, be digitally savvy and enthusiastic as well as reliable and well-organized. The work requires independence, flexibility, and attention to detail. Furthermore, the candidate should have good interpersonal skills.
The ideal candidate's application should demonstrate the following qualifications:
- Good command of English and Danish, both oral and written
- Familiarity with the course materials as well as the digital tools introduced: previous attendance of Digital Archives and Methods or equivalent is recommended.
- Experience with troubleshooting code and a knack for digital problem-solving
- Proactive, motivated and enthusiastic attitude
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and fellow assistants, as well as liaise with instructors.
Please contact Kathrine Juul Svejstrup [email protected] for more information about the positions.
Applications should address how the applicant fits the qualifications listed above, be written in English and accompanied by a brief CV. Please indicate your availability in class time in weeks 6 to 15 and state which operating systems you are comfortable troubleshooting.
A prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is an actively enrolled student. Employment is subject to the availability of the necessary funding.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application within four weeks of the application deadline.
Terms of Employment
Employment is in accordance with the Ministry of Finance and SUL Finansministeriet og SUL (student instructors).
The application must include a copy of your diploma and any documentation of previous teaching experience.
Aarhus University aims to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for everyone and strives for a culture where each individual can thrive and develop. We view equality and diversity as valuable resources and therefore encourage all interested candidates to apply.
About Arts
The Faculty of Arts is one of Northern Europe’s most significant faculties for research and higher education in the humanities, theology and education. Within this broad academic scope, the faculty comprises approximately 700 researchers, 200 PhD students, 9,000 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students, and 1,500 further and continuing education students. We believe that the best ideas arise when different perspectives meet – and that research, teaching and innovation are best developed in dialogue with the surrounding society.
You can find more information here: Faculty of Arts | Aarhus Universitet
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
