AVAILABLE: May 1, 2010
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented individual for the position of Social Sciences Librarian. The individual in this position serves as the subject librarian for education, anthropology, archaeology, and related academic disciplines and units as assigned. The Social Sciences Librarian will develop and maintain close relationships with faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates in the assigned subjects and academic units to ensure the highest and most effective level of library support for their research, teaching, and learning.
The Social Sciences Librarian participates in a team of subject librarians who share responsibility for developing high quality collections and delivering both general and specialized reference, research and instructional services. Within this context, they participate in long-term planning, conduct on-going assessment of collections and services, develop web-based guides and other research and learning products, collaborate on special projects, and serve on committees and task forces as needed.
The Social Sciences Librarian has primary responsibility for selecting and managing collections in all formats for the assigned subjects. In addition, the person in this position works with colleagues in media, special collections, digital publishing, and curation units to develop and promote the library’s unique resources and digital services whenever appropriate.
Librarians at UNC are expected to be actively involved with local library consortia; participate in regional, national, or international professional and scholarly organizations; and maintain an awareness of emerging research tools, methodologies, and trends in scholarly communication.
The successful candidate joins a creative team of subject librarians under the direction of the Head of the Davis Library Research and Instructional Services Department. The department is also responsible for government documents, microforms, maps, extensive collections of electronic resources, and provides GIS and data services.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA accredited master’s degree in library or information science. Experience and demonstrated subject knowledge of a social science discipline, with education, anthropology, or archaeology given preference. Ability to think creatively in developing and promoting the use of collections through services such as workshops, course-integrated instruction, and other outreach efforts. Strong commitment to public service. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a diverse population of faculty, students, and academic colleagues.
Preferred: Significant study or second advanced degree in a social sciences discipline. A minimum of one year of reference and library instruction experience in an academic library; internships, assistantships and practicums will be considered. Working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistical data. Working knowledge of one or more foreign language.
The University and The Libraries
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC-Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students, employs more than 3,100 faculty, offers 77 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law, and the Library collections include over 6 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) and SOLINET. The TRLN libraries, including the Health Sciences and Law libraries at Chapel Hill plus the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, have combined collections of over eleven million volumes.
The Region
The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002319 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
Wednesday, February 03, 2010
E-Science Librarian: UNC Chapel Hill University Library
AVAILABLE: May 1, 2010
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented individual for the position of E-Science Librarian. The E-Science Librarian will serve as the subject librarian for chemistry. The Librarian will work with the science research community and library colleagues to develop and sustain resources and services that assist faculty and students with preserving their own and accessing others' research data, with a focus on chemical informatics. The E-Science Librarian will develop and maintain close relationships with faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates in the assigned and related academic disciplines to ensure the highest and most effective level of library support for their research, teaching, and learning.
The E-Science Librarian participates in a team of subject librarians who share responsibility for developing high quality collections and delivering both general and specialized reference, research and instructional services. Within this context, they participate in long-term planning, conduct on-going assessment of collections and services, develop web-based guides and other research and learning products, collaborate on special projects, and serve on committees and task forces as needed.
The subject librarian has primary responsibility for selecting and managing collections in all formats for the assigned subjects. In addition, the person in this position works with colleagues in media, special collections, digital publishing, and curation units to develop and promote the library’s unique resources and digital services whenever appropriate.
The E-Science Librarian will work closely with members of the Data Management Working Group to develop sustainable library services for campus researchers that support archiving and accessing their research data. The Librarian will also maintain awareness of tools and methodologies for computationally centered, data-driven research (data mining, visualization, text mining, etc.). The E-Science Librarian is also expected to participate actively in and contribute to the work of library and campus committees, professional organizations and initiatives dealing with data and metadata.
The E-Science Librarian will oversee the operation of the Kenan Chemistry Library, currently under construction, anticipated to open summer 2010. For more information, visit http://www.lib.unc.edu/science and http://sallisaw.chem.unc.edu/alumni/ .
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA accredited master’s degree in library or information science. Proven ability to effectively manage and deliver on multiple projects. Demonstrated subject knowledge and experience with relevant online resources. Ability to think creatively in developing and promoting the use of collections through services, such as workshops, course-integrated instruction, and other outreach efforts. Strong commitment to public service. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with diverse population of faculty, students, and academic colleagues.
Preferred: Significant study or a second advanced degree in chemistry or related science discipline. Three years professional experience as a librarian. Experience in managing a branch library. Supervisory experience. Experience with data sets in numeric or other formats (images, GIS, video, etc.). Experience with SciFinder Scholar, Beilstein or Reaxys, and other chemical databases.
The University and The Libraries
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC-Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students, employs more than 3,100 faculty, offers 77 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law, and the Library collections include over 6 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) and SOLINET. The TRLN libraries, including the Health Sciences and Law libraries at Chapel Hill plus the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, have combined collections of over eleven million volumes.
The Region
The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002318 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented individual for the position of E-Science Librarian. The E-Science Librarian will serve as the subject librarian for chemistry. The Librarian will work with the science research community and library colleagues to develop and sustain resources and services that assist faculty and students with preserving their own and accessing others' research data, with a focus on chemical informatics. The E-Science Librarian will develop and maintain close relationships with faculty, graduate students, and undergraduates in the assigned and related academic disciplines to ensure the highest and most effective level of library support for their research, teaching, and learning.
The E-Science Librarian participates in a team of subject librarians who share responsibility for developing high quality collections and delivering both general and specialized reference, research and instructional services. Within this context, they participate in long-term planning, conduct on-going assessment of collections and services, develop web-based guides and other research and learning products, collaborate on special projects, and serve on committees and task forces as needed.
The subject librarian has primary responsibility for selecting and managing collections in all formats for the assigned subjects. In addition, the person in this position works with colleagues in media, special collections, digital publishing, and curation units to develop and promote the library’s unique resources and digital services whenever appropriate.
The E-Science Librarian will work closely with members of the Data Management Working Group to develop sustainable library services for campus researchers that support archiving and accessing their research data. The Librarian will also maintain awareness of tools and methodologies for computationally centered, data-driven research (data mining, visualization, text mining, etc.). The E-Science Librarian is also expected to participate actively in and contribute to the work of library and campus committees, professional organizations and initiatives dealing with data and metadata.
The E-Science Librarian will oversee the operation of the Kenan Chemistry Library, currently under construction, anticipated to open summer 2010. For more information, visit http://www.lib.unc.edu/science and http://sallisaw.chem.unc.edu/
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA accredited master’s degree in library or information science. Proven ability to effectively manage and deliver on multiple projects. Demonstrated subject knowledge and experience with relevant online resources. Ability to think creatively in developing and promoting the use of collections through services, such as workshops, course-integrated instruction, and other outreach efforts. Strong commitment to public service. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with diverse population of faculty, students, and academic colleagues.
Preferred: Significant study or a second advanced degree in chemistry or related science discipline. Three years professional experience as a librarian. Experience in managing a branch library. Supervisory experience. Experience with data sets in numeric or other formats (images, GIS, video, etc.). Experience with SciFinder Scholar, Beilstein or Reaxys, and other chemical databases.
The University and The Libraries
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC-Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students, employs more than 3,100 faculty, offers 77 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law, and the Library collections include over 6 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) and SOLINET. The TRLN libraries, including the Health Sciences and Law libraries at Chapel Hill plus the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, have combined collections of over eleven million volumes.
The Region
The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002318 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
Assistant Keeper, North Carolina Collection Gallery: UNC Chapel Hill University Library
AVAILABLE: May 1, 2010
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an experienced, creative, and collaborative individual for the position of Assistant Keeper of the North Carolina Collection Gallery.
Located in the Louis Round Wilson Special Collections Library, the North Carolina Collection Gallery is a 3,000-square foot suite of exhibition areas and historic period rooms. It offers exhibitions and related programs that interpret North Carolina history, literature, and culture.
Under the supervision of the Gallery Keeper, the Assistant Keeper will assist with the installation of exhibitions, develop and deliver statewide educational programs for both broad and targeted audiences, give guided tours of the Gallery, and help organize various promotional and outreach activities. The Assistant Keeper will maintain Gallery web pages and plan and help implement the expansion of the Gallery’s online presence, including the creation of online exhibits. Other responsibilities include assisting with the record-keeping and management of a collection of 22,000 historic objects and performing other administrative tasks and related duties. These include hiring, training, scheduling, and monitoring assignments for student assistants, and identifying equipment and supply needs.
The Gallery is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sundays. Occasional weekend hours may be required for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science, or master's degree in American history, public history, museum studies, or related field. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience with web page creation and html. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Personal commitment to service and professional growth and development
Preferred: Two or more years of full-time work experience in a library, museum, historic site, or other cultural heritage institution. Demonstrated experience with Adobe Dreamweaver and content management systems. Experience in interpretive services and educational programming. Skills related to the development of informal, interactive activities. Experience creating displays or exhibits. Coursework in or working knowledge of North Carolina history. Knowledge of professional museum practices and standards. Supervisory experience.
The University and The Libraries
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC-Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students, employs more than 3,100 faculty, offers 77 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law, and the Library collections include over 6 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) and SOLINET. The TRLN libraries, including the Health Sciences and Law libraries at Chapel Hill plus the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, have combined collections of over eleven million volumes.
The Region
The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002316 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an experienced, creative, and collaborative individual for the position of Assistant Keeper of the North Carolina Collection Gallery.
Located in the Louis Round Wilson Special Collections Library, the North Carolina Collection Gallery is a 3,000-square foot suite of exhibition areas and historic period rooms. It offers exhibitions and related programs that interpret North Carolina history, literature, and culture.
Under the supervision of the Gallery Keeper, the Assistant Keeper will assist with the installation of exhibitions, develop and deliver statewide educational programs for both broad and targeted audiences, give guided tours of the Gallery, and help organize various promotional and outreach activities. The Assistant Keeper will maintain Gallery web pages and plan and help implement the expansion of the Gallery’s online presence, including the creation of online exhibits. Other responsibilities include assisting with the record-keeping and management of a collection of 22,000 historic objects and performing other administrative tasks and related duties. These include hiring, training, scheduling, and monitoring assignments for student assistants, and identifying equipment and supply needs.
The Gallery is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sundays. Occasional weekend hours may be required for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science, or master's degree in American history, public history, museum studies, or related field. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience with web page creation and html. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Personal commitment to service and professional growth and development
Preferred: Two or more years of full-time work experience in a library, museum, historic site, or other cultural heritage institution. Demonstrated experience with Adobe Dreamweaver and content management systems. Experience in interpretive services and educational programming. Skills related to the development of informal, interactive activities. Experience creating displays or exhibits. Coursework in or working knowledge of North Carolina history. Knowledge of professional museum practices and standards. Supervisory experience.
The University and The Libraries
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC-Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 27,000 students, employs more than 3,100 faculty, offers 77 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law, and the Library collections include over 6 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) and SOLINET. The TRLN libraries, including the Health Sciences and Law libraries at Chapel Hill plus the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, have combined collections of over eleven million volumes.
The Region
The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002316 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
Firestone Library Renovation Project Coordinator: Princeton University Library
Princeton, New Jersey
Requisition # 1000050
The Princeton University Library, one of the world’s most respected research institutions, serves a diverse community of 7,200 students and 1,100 faculty members, with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and 2 million non-print items. The holdings in its central library and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The Library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information can be found at the Library's Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu/
Available: Immediately
Search Committee: (Princeton access only)
Major Project Responsibilities:
Represent the University Library throughout the Firestone Library Renovation process and coordinate with senior library administrators, library users, library staff, Facilities Management, and other relevant University offices. Review all Firestone construction and renovation documents. Serve as the Library's liaison with a range of University offices, including Facilities Department management and staff, Library staff and maintenance personnel, and external consultants. In conjunction with library staff, develop, implement, and maintain a communication program for the Library staff and the University community.
Characteristic Duties:
25% Liaison with the construction management team
· Attend meetings with project team
· Coordinate and attend meetings with project team and library groups to coordinate user needs.
· Review and provide comments on all project drawings and relevant documentation
· Assist in the development of project phasing plans to construct project in occupied operational library
· Coordinate all space access issues for various contractors, architects and other external groups
· Assist in the development of a plan to maintain security and access for all Firestone spaces
30% Establish, coordinate and assist internal library planning groups in
connection with planning, renovation and implementation tasks for the following:
· Space and program needs
· Workspace relocations
· Collection relocations
· Carrel and workstation prototype development and evaluation
· Access policies and processes for construction personnel
· Collection access
· Maintenance and coordination of internal documents and files
15% Coordinate temporary and permanent work space moves and materials shifts with library staff and external contractors and consultants.
25% Develop, implement, and maintain a communication program about Firestone renovation for the library staff and the University community.
5% Serve as liaison to appropriate campus groups to communicate short and long term project goals and impacts..
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise student workers
Fiscal Responsibilities:
No signature authority for purchase orders
Contacts Required:
Daily
· Firestone Administration Office
· Firestone Staff
· University departments and offices
· Non-University organizations and individuals
· University consultants and building contractors
· Office of Design and Construction
Sometimes
· Faculty
· Students
Rarely
· Alumni
Knowledge and Skills for the Position:
Five years relevant construction experience (project management or related) and library experience required. Must have an in-depth working knowledge of university level research library operations. Accredited MLS is preferred. Must possess strong project management skills, excellent quantitative, analytical, planning, and writing skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary in order to communicate and work with a wide range of user groups, library and university administrators and staff, and contractors and consultants. Understanding and experience with library operations is essential. An understanding of facilities management and construction operations is important. Must be able to exercise considerable initiative and work independently. Proficiency with microcomputer spreadsheet and related software required.
Comments:
This position will report to the University Library Fiscal Officer as a staff position.
Firestone Library is one of the biggest buildings on campus, with 430,000 square feet. It is also one of the most heavily used buildings, and its collections and services are essential to a Princeton education. The Firestone Renovation Project will entail structural repairs, thoroughgoing installation of modern infrastructure, and program re-arrangements. The work will be phased over an 8-year period, during which the library must remain open.
The position is funded through the Firestone Library Renovation capital project budget.
Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA/CREF/Vanguard), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available.
Rank: This is an Administrative position, grade ADM 060, 100% duty time.
Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications (cover letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
For information about applying to Princeton, please link to
http://www.princeton.edu/jobs
The ACRL/NY Education /Curriculum Librarians Discussion Group will host two programs
March 19, 2010
ACRL/NY Education/CMC Librarians Meet and Greet
9:00-10:45am
Mercy College's Manhattan Campus, Room 737
66 West 35th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues
Join the members of the ACRL/NY Education/CMC Librarians Discussion Group of the Association of College and Research Libraries, Greater New York Chapter (ACRL/NY)
Meet your colleagues, learn about our group!
Refreshments will be served.
PLEASE NOTE:
Please bring a photo ID. For directions to Mercy College, please check their website: https://www.mercy.edu/pages/
Please RSVP to Amy.Catalano@hofstra.edu, (516) 463-5956
April 9, 2010
A Day in New York with Curious George and the Bank Street College of Education
Program
9:30am-10am – Meet at the Jewish Museum *, 1109 Fifth Avenue (at 92nd Street, New York NY
10128)
10am -12 pm - Attend Curious George Saves the Day: A Workshop for Librarians
Program Fee: FREE – Attendees must pre-register
To register, please call 212.423.3289 NOW
(Refreshments will be served)
12pm-1pm Lunch on your own
1-pm-2pm Meet at Bank Street College of Education Library, 610 West 112th Street, New
York, NY 10025
Bank Street College of Education and Library Tour
2pm-3pm ACRL/NY Education/CMC Librarians Discussion Group Meeting (Members only)
Please RSVP with Amy Catalano Amy.Catalano@hofstra.edu, (516) 463-5956
Please Register NOW with the Jewish Museum for the Curious George workshop (212) 423-3289
*Jewish Museum Admission Fees: Adults: $12
Seniors/over 65: $10Students: $ 7.50
Children under 12: Free
Jewish Museum Members: Free
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