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Music Technology and Digital Media Librarian
  • Job Number: 25927
  • Functional Area: Libraries
  • Department: Libraries
  • School Area: Office of Provost
  • Pay Range Minimum: $79,050
  • Pay Range Maximum: $106,420
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 8


Posting Description

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL MEDIA LIBRARIAN, The Lewis Music Library to lead the Audio Lab; oversee specialized media equipment; manage budgets; inventories; and student staff; and support evolving music technologies. The position develops programs, services, instructional materials, and outreach that enhance engagement with library resources; provides research consultations and faculty support; coordinates resource acquisition; preserves historical audio materials; and advances innovative research. The specialist also manages website content, communications, and online guides while collaborating across MIT to support music technology instruction, research, learning, and meaningful access to physical and digital media collections.

The full job description is available at https://libraries.mit.edu/about/organization/jobs/     

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Master’s degree in Music or equivalent combination of education and related experience; a minimum of three years of professional experience in audio production and engineering; strong knowledge of music and software including Finale, Sibelius, MuseScore, Logic Pro, Reaper, Max (Cycling ’74), SmartScore, and WavePad; ability to generate reports, support users with technology and equipment, adapt to change, and solve problems; knowledge of HTML, Java, or Python; deep understanding of audio production tools, recording formats, and media technologies; and strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with faculty, students, and staff. PREFERRED: MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution; academic library experience, including Alma/Primo; knowledge of music encoding, computational composing, and music technology; or experience supervising students or staff.

8/3/2026