Overview
This lecture explains the purpose of the Johns Hopkins ORCID Registry and provides step-by-step instructions for creating and linking an ORCID ID to a JHED account.
Introduction to the JH ORCID Registry
- The JH ORCID Registry is managed by Welch Medical Library.
- It connects Johns Hopkins researchers with their unique ORCID records.
- The registry allows researchers to create, link, and manage their ORCID records.
Creating and Linking a New ORCID ID
- Go to ORCID.johnshopkins.edu to start the registration process.
- Use the provided link to visit the official ORCID website.
- Click "Register now" to begin creating a new ORCID ID.
- Optionally, link a Google or Facebook account for future access flexibility.
- Fill in your name and primary email address on the ORCID registration form.
- Ensure you do not already have an existing ORCID record before proceeding.
- If no existing record matches you, continue with registration.
- Create a secure, compliant password for your account.
Setting Up Your ORCID Account
- Choose your preferred visibility settings (full visibility is recommended but optional).
- Agree to the ORCID Terms of Use to complete registration.
- Authorize Johns Hopkins University (JHU) to have read-only access to your ORCID record.
- ORCID allows you to manage which institutions or parties have access to your record.
Final Steps and Access
- Affiliating your ORCID iD with your JHED is completed once authorization is given.
- You will be redirected to the JH ORCID registry after linking.
- Use the registry to access, edit, or search for other ORCID records by JHED.
Key Terms & Definitions
- ORCID — Open Researcher and Contributor ID, a unique identifier for researchers.
- JHED — Johns Hopkins Enterprise Directory, the system for JHU authentication.
- Read-only access — Permission to view but not change data in your ORCID record.
- Trusted party — An entity allowed limited access to your ORCID record, controlled by you.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Register for an ORCID ID at ORCID.johnshopkins.edu if you have not done so.
- Link your new or existing ORCID record to your JHED.
- Adjust visibility and trusted party settings as desired.
- Contact Welch Medical Library if you have further questions.