Library Services Specialist (Data Curation Assistant)
Years Active: 2026 -
Jessica Scharf is in the Research Data Stewardship Department at Penn State University Libraries. She began this role in May 2024 after earning her Master of Science in Library Science from PennWest Clarion. Prior to joining the department, she worked as the Evening Library Assistant at the Penn State Mont Alto Campus Library.
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Penn State University and an Associate of Arts in History from Frederick Community College. Her passion for history has inspired a strong interest in archives and special collections, with a long-term goal of pursuing a career as an archivist. Through her current work in research data stewardship, she has also developed a growing interest in metadata and data curation, particularly in how description, organization, and preservation practices enhance access to information and support research.
Outside of her professional role, Jessica is a dedicated mother to her son, Weston, whose unique perspective continually inspires her both personally and professionally.
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