I am currently hiring a graduate assistant to support a grant-funded research project on developing strategies to for libraries to collect, preserve, and provide access to video games that are released exclusively through digital-only distribution platforms.
The position will start in Fall 2025 and run through Summer 2026. The position is open to all UNCG MLIS students; work can be completed remotely/virtually.
Project Overview
As the video game industry increasingly embraces digital-only distribution methods and ceases to release games on physical media like disks or cartridges, libraries will need to develop new strategies and approaches comparable to ebooks and digital video to continue supporting library gaming services and collections. Digital Games in Libraries (DGIL) is addressing this critical issue by conducting research with librarians and game developers to develop new strategies that will work for both library and gaming communities. DGIL will host a national virtual forum to start a bigger conversation about this issue. Following the forum, DGIL will constitute working groups to develop roadmaps for next steps.
Position Responsibilities
Work 20 hours/wk from August 2025 through July 2026
Support qualitative data analysis of research interviews
Assist with planning, promotion, and coordination of virtual conference
Edit and compile proceedings from conference
Provide research support to project team
Contribute to blog posts, presentations, and journal articles sharing results of project
Required Skills and Knowledge
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Experience with project management or event planning
Familiarity with current digital game platforms (e.g. Steam, itch.io., GOG)
Interest and some background knowledge in the following topic areas: digital preservation, electronic resource licensing, digital collection management
Experience with (or ability to learn) qualitative data analysis software
Salary
$25/hr (approximately $21,333 overall) plus benefits
Note: tuition support is NOT included in this position
To apply
Please email your CV and cover letter to Dr. Colin Post via email (ccpost@uncg.edu). Virtual interviews will be scheduled with potential candidates starting Monday, March 24. Position will remain open until filled.
If you have questions, please contact Dr. Post at ccpost@uncg.edu.
