Call of Volunteer(s)- Pub Crawl Organizer and/or Connections Liaison
Posted: October 31, 2008 Filed under: Conference Planning, Fun, Opportunities: Volunteer 11 Comments »Greetings from Indiana! We’re in full swing preparing for next year’s annual ARLIS/NA conference to be held in Indianapolis on April 16-21, 2009. If you haven’t yet seen it, the conference web site is now online.
Going along with the conference’s theme of start your engines, we need to get revved up about the pub crawl. We’re looking for someone local to Indy who can:
- figure out a logical and easily locatable meeting place
- plan us a route of pubs to crawl (including one with food…)
- get word of the event out to any and all who might be interested
We’ve also been thinking about how we might use ArLiSNAP to promote events where our readers could get together and meet face-to-face. To this end, we’d like to put out a call for a Connections Liaison (or two) to take up the responsibility of distributing info about opportunities for getting together. These might include:
- announcements of local ARLIS/NA chapter or student group meetings
- info on continuing education opportunities or lectures
- any other info on events that would facilitate us getting to know one another on a greater frequency than once a year.
We’re glad for any and all volunteers for either the Pub Crawl Organizer or Connections Liaison positions, so just leave a comment if you think you might be interested.
HUGH M. HEFNER ARCHIVIST, Los Angeles, CA
Posted: October 31, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: archives, film 2 Comments »from UT School of Information JobWeb:
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| HUGH M. HEFNER ARCHIVIST University of Southern California Requisition ID 27051 Job Announcement: The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is. USC’s School of Cinematic Arts is seeking a Hugh M. Hefner Archivist to join its team. The Hugh M. Hefner Archivist supervises the daily operations of the Hugh M. Hefner Moving Image Archive, USC’s repository of approximately 70,000 motion picture negatives, sound elements, video, digital media, and photographs. Job Accountabilities: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. APPLY ONLINE AT: http://tinyurl.com/5og8rd |
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Academic Technology Librarian, Pratt Institute
Posted: October 30, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=12110]
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Librarian, Digital Library Services, Gainesville, FL
Posted: October 29, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings | Tags: archives, Museum Librarianship Comments Offfrom UT School of Information JobWeb:
| Job Title: | LIBRARIAN, DIGITAL LIBRARY SERVICES | |
| Location: | United States, Florida, Gainesville | |
| Job Types: | Professional | |
| Categories: | Entry Level Academic Librarianship Special Librarianship |
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LISjobs.com launches new website
Posted: October 24, 2008 Filed under: Employment Resources, Job Search, News Comments OffVilla Park, IL — Visitors to LISjobs.com will notice a new look and feel today as the newly-redesigned site launches. The redesign brings LISjobs.com in line with current web standards and adds new content and features. Note that old links willl be broken; please update your links and bookmarks.
Highlights of the redesign include:
- Better integration of the LISjobs.com forum and other interactive site features.
- Job ads that, as always, are free to both job seekers and employers.
- New content on education and career development, including information on MLIS scholarships as well as on funding conference attendance and other CE opportunities.
- A more standards-compliant and accessible design.
- A new logo designed by Wendy Koff, Librarian and Web Designer.
- Updated links to outside resources; all links were checked manually in October 2008.
- Improved organization — information for both job seekers and employers is now easier to find.
- Opportunities for sponsorship — relevant organizations can easily reach an audience of librarians and info pros.
Instruction/Reference Librarian, Hope College (Holland, MI)
Posted: October 23, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/jobweb/JobDetails.php?JobID=26915]
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British Architect to Redesign City Library
Posted: October 23, 2008 Filed under: Architecture, Libraries: Public Art Libraries, News Comments OffNew York Times reports about plans to renovate the New York Public Library:
Some are bound to question whether the library can raise the necessary funds, given the current financial crisis. But library officials said they were determined to press on. “We are committed to this program,” Ms. Marron said. “We recognize the world is different than what it was, and it might take a longer time. We’re not going to be foolhardy.” “Libraries are needed in times like this,” she added. “More people need to borrow books, to get job information — it’s free. So I think everybody strongly believes the library is needed more than ever.”
Online Reference Courses
Posted: October 23, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Professional Development, reference | Tags: RUSA Comments OffFrom ALA.org
CHICAGO—The Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) is offering online courses that can help librarians assist both their customers and their own careers.
With the continued downturn in the economy, a growing number of visitors to the library seek assistance with business-related questions. The economy has also affected the job market, and many librarians may wish to diversify their skill set to open doors to employment opportunities. Business Reference 101 and The Reference Interview, two of RUSA’s online professional development opportunities, provide solutions to both of these challenges. read more…
Associate Librarian, Christie’s
Posted: October 21, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://metrojobs.metro.org/?a=j&ID=BR2A92PRH4]
Associate Librarian, Christie’s
Job Description
Reporting to the AVP Head Librarian, the Associate Librarian will be responsible for the following: overseeing database research resources; providing training in the use of these resources; maintaining relationships with the electronic resource vendors; cataloguing books in an ongoing retrospective conversion project; providing reference and research services; overseeing check-in of auction catalogues and generating price lists; managing Christie’s Library Intern program; and representing Christie’s at professional organizational meetings.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Duties include but are not limited to the following):
• Oversee a variety of art research databases made available to Christie’s globally, primarily located on the Reference Desk page of the Intranet. The Associate Librarian will be responsible for maintaining these databases on a daily basis by fielding any problems as they arise: liaising with staff, vendor and IT. This includes over 30 resources, including Artnet, ArtFact, Gordon’s, the Christie’s Library Collection and Nexis. Both the Head Librarian and the Associate Librarian will handle negotiations with the vendor. The Associate Librarian will research major new databases, as they come available.
• Provide formal training classes monthly to demonstrate available research resources and instruct new staff and interns on how to use them.
• Reference and research: The Librarians conduct Nexis searches for senior management and the Client Development department daily, including the location of materials at local libraries (Frick, Met, MOMA) for staff at deadline, and utilizing contacts with Art Library Society colleagues. Field many auction catalogue and art related queries from internal staff and interns.
• Check in approximately 1200 auction catalogues per year, and monthly generate and tip price lists in each catalogue. Prepare binding.
• Continue the retrospective conversion project in departmental libraries. There are still 6 departments that need to be catalogued.
• Recruit interns from Pratt and Queens College MLS programs up to two (2) times per year.
• Represent Christie’s at professional organizational meetings, including the ARLIS annual conference, as the budget allows.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting.
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Infrequent light physical effort required.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED
Basic office equipment including personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, scanner, office supplies.
To Apply:
Please submit a resume & cover letter to careers@christies.com and indicate Associate Librarian in the subject line.
Required Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Art History preferred; MLS degree strongly preferred; or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year of related work experience.
• Knowledge of a second language preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic resources, including proficiency with art database programs and the Internet.
• Knowledge of Inmagic Genie and Nexis a plus.
• Knowledge of E-mail, Spreadsheet, Word Processing and Presentation software (Microsoft Office preferred).
• Ability to learn Christie’s systems.
• Strong typing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication.
• Superior client service skills.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail.
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Metadata Librarian, Emory University
Posted: October 16, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=11975]
The Emory University Libraries invites applications for a new Metadata Librarian position to serve on a newly created Metadata Services Team. Metadata Services forms part of Technical Services within the Content Division, which also includes Preservation, Digitization Services, and Storage. The Content Division, and specifically Metadata Services, complements key initiatives for developing digital content in special collections, Digital Programs/Institute for Digital Scholarship, and Repository Services. The libraries are currently in the developmental stages of building a repository infrastructure to manage digital content and metadata, and are continually developing services and technologies that share and allow use of digital content through a system such as ExLibris’ Primo.
Key Responsibilities:The Metadata Librarian will:
* Provide expertise, leadership and management in the creation and maintenance of metadata for the description, discovery and preservation of digital content acquired or created by the libraries
* Work collaboratively with staff throughout the libraries on services and projects that depend upon metadata for success
* Analyze metadata needs and recommend or choose schema and technologies to capture, import, record, and share metadata;
* Provide training and technical assistance to other staff, including design of templates for metadata input;
* Collaboratively develop and maintain policies, guidelines, and standards for digitization and metadata;
* Collect, analyze and share statistics; write documentation and reports;
* Participate in research and development efforts; and
* Represent the library in national, regional and campus organizations and initiatives.
Qualifications:
* ALA-accredited master’s degree in library/information science;
* Demonstrated experience in creating metadata for text, still images, sound recordings, moving images, and/or complex (hybrid) objects;
* Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends in digital libraries and repositories and their impact on metadata standards;
* Working knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemas such as MODS, METS, EAD, TEI, Dublin Core, and VRA Core; of thesauri and ontologies, and of formats and tools such as XML, OAI, and at least one repository software package, e.g. dSpace, ContentDM, Fedora, etc., with familiarity with Luna Insight and/or iTunes University a plus;
* Knowledge of traditional cataloging standards: MARC, AACR2, LCSH and/or MeSH, and LC classification; familiarity with other controlled vocabularies, such as AAT, and social tagging trends;
* Experience in crosswalking, normalizing and transforming xml metadata. Experience with use of XSLT and familiarity with database design and operations preferred;
* Demonstrated understanding of administrative, technical and preservation metadata; familiarity with the OAIS reference model.
* Project management skills; ability to lead and manage metadata initiatives associated with digital repositories, digital publications, and digital archives;
* Demonstrated interest in professional involvement and contribution.
Salary and Benefits: Salary and librarian rank based on qualifications and experience; beginning salary is $41,500. Comprehensive benefits package, including tuition benefits. Several retirement plan options, including TIAA/CREF. Generous support for moving expenses.
Application: Send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: Dianne M. Smith, Library Human Resources Officer, Robert W. Woodruff Library, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322-2870 via email to Kerri-Ann Ferguson at kfergu3@emory.edu. Applications may be faxed to 404/727-0805. Application review begins October 1, 2008 and continues until the position is successfully filled.
links for 2008-10-15
Posted: October 15, 2008 Filed under: delicious Comments Off-
Piero della Francesca's fresco cycle–one of the most important monuments of Early Renaissance Italian painting–is presented here, on-line in a 3-D walk-through interactive model. Created by an art historian, three computer graphics experts, and a photographer, the model offers movement through the space of the chapel in any direction to view the paintings, some of which are more than forty feet above the floor.
Curator of Visual Resources, Grand Valley State University
Posted: October 13, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://www.vraweb.org/jobs/10.13.08_GrandValley.pdf]
Curator of Visual Resources
The Department of Art and Design at Grand Valley State University seeks a full-time Curator of
Visual Resources beginning January 5, 2008 or soon thereafter. The curator reports to the chair of
the department and manages the department’s visual resources collection. We seek a self-directed
individual with excellent communication skills to support teaching and learning activities in the
department and broader university.
The curator’s duties include the production and acquisition of images, cataloging the collection,
development of the visual resource database, and server administration. This position also entails
administration of the area budget, the training and supervision of student workers, as well as
oversight of reference works, equipment, and slides. The curator supports faculty and students’
use of visual technology campus-wide through leading workshops and related outreach activities.
Applicants for this position must have a thorough knowledge of cataloging procedures and
standards, for example VRACore, as well as be familiar with “fair use” laws in an academic setting.
They should also be proficient in working with Macintosh computers and software relevant for
image collections including, Adobe Photoshop, FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Office, Nikon SuperScan,
and I-View/Expression Media.
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in Art History or Library/Information Science with
additional graduate level work in art history. Candidates should have a minimum of two years
experience in a visual resources library and have worked in a supervisory capacity. Applicants
interested in teaching may negotiate to instruct one course per semester, as needed by the
department. Application deadline: review of applications will begin October 31, 2008 and continue
until the position is filled.
Send letter of application, resume, the names and contact information for three references to:
Visual Resources Curator Search, c/o Barbara Farah, Department of Art and Design, 1105 Calder
Art Center, 1 Campus Drive, Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 49401.
Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
Allendale, Michigan 49401 Ph: 616/331-2567
For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777
Metadata Librarian, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Posted: October 11, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/jobweb/JobDetails.php?JobID=26661]
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METADATA LIBRARIAN Massachusetts Institute of Technology Req Number: mit-00005962 METADATA LIBRARIAN, MIT Libraries-Metadata Services Unit, to be responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of monographic materials in all formats, creating and maintaining authority records, and creating metadata for digital projects. Will serve as a resource for staff performing copy cataloging and assist unit manager with training, workflow redesign, and project management; work with metadata specialist who leads the unit and collaborate with library staff engaged in metadata creation; direct students and supervise the work of staff as needed; keep current with emerging standards; and participate in committees and on projects within the MIT Libraries and beyond. Full description available at http://libraries.mit.edu/about/jobs.html . REQUIREMENTS: APPLY ONLINE AT http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=631&ji=2286891&sn=I dgh |
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Digital Projects Librarian, Temple University
Posted: October 11, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=11918]
| Digital Projects Librarian, Temple University Libraries | |
| Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Status: Full-time | |
| Posted: 10/10/08 | |
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| The Temple University Libraries have re-opened their search to fill the new position of Digital Projects Librarian. The librarian will be based in Paley Library, the flagship of Temple’s federated library system, which serves a vibrant, urban research university with over 1,700 full-time faculty and a student body of 36,000 that was recently ranked most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, National Geographic Traveler’s “Next Great City,” visit www.temple.edu/about/.
Under the direction of the Head of Digital Library Initiatives, the Digital Projects Librarian will explore, adapt, recommend, implement, and support existing and emerging applications for the Libraries’ digital projects, including those to preserve and improve access to the Libraries and to their archival collections in all formats (text, image, audio, video) and for digital repository projects. S/he will: The individual will participate in library-wide committees, projects, and activities and assume other responsibilities as needed. Engagement in external professional activity is also expected. REQUIRED: DESIRED: Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation expenses. Librarian rank and compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, submit a cover letter of application and CV/resume to the Jobs@Temple Web site: https://hospats.adminsvc.temple.edu/jobs.htm. Search by job number TU-11915, complete the Online Application Form, and attach your cover letter and resume in a single electronic file. Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity. |
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ALA Allied Professional Association (APA) News
Posted: October 10, 2008 Filed under: ALA, Job Search, Salaries Comments Offfrom the latest ALA-APA e-newsletter:
The American Library Association-Allied Professional Association is a service organization to ALA members. It manages certification programs and advocates for higher salaries for library employees.
1. The 2008 Librarian Salary Survey is now available from the ALA Store! Press release.
• Data from more than 1000 public and academic libraries on 6 librarian positions, and detailed analysis.
• Library Salary Database includes salary data for more than 60 librarian and non-MLS positions from 2006 through 2008.
• Reports are tailored for your library size, region and state.
• Valuable for HR staff, directors, consultants, and job seekers!
2008 ALA-APA Salary Survey: Librarian: Public and Academic – $81 for ALA members – (25% discount for participating libraries)
Library Salary Database – $50/30-day subscription; $150/annual subscription
3. Have you helped raise a library worker’s salary? The SirsiDynix Corporation, through ALA-APA is giving $5000 to a person or institution that has had an impact on library employee salaries. This is the last year for the award – nominate someone today!
7. Do you need salary negotiation training? ALA-APA will provide customized training at libraries, library conferences and to groups. Contact the [ALA-APA] office for details.
Media Librarian, Victoria College
Posted: October 8, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=11856]
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| Salary: $25,000 – $49,999 | |
| Status: Full-time | |
| Posted: 10/08/08 | |
| Deadline: 11/12/08 | |
| Media Librarian | |
| Full-time tenure-track faculty position in the Victoria College/University of Houston-Victoria Library, primarily responsible for managing the operations of the Library’s Media Center.
The Media Librarian evaluates multimedia materials for acquisition, manages licensing negotiations for media acquisitions, supervises a public service desk with two full-time support staff plus student assistants, and promotes multimedia use to support classroom teaching. The Media Librarian will be expected to investigate new opportunities for using digital media technologies and network delivery protocols to provide local and distant access to media resources and collections. Duties include reference desk service (including nights and weekends) shared with eight other librarians. Master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association; strong communication and interpersonal skills; strong service orientation. Prefer knowledge of audiovisual and multimedia resources and services; technical skills (computer and database searching; use of multimedia and audiovisual equipment); and provision of multimedia services to off-campus teaching sites. See details at www.victoriacollege.edu. |
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Continuations Librarian, Cleveland Museum of Art
Posted: October 8, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments Off[via http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/jobweb/JobDetails.php?JobID=26613]
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| Location: | United States, Ohio, Cleveland | |
| Job Types: | Professional | |
| Categories: | Special Librarianship | |
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CONTINUATIONS LIBRARIAN Cleveland Museum of Art Continuations Librarian The Ingalls Library is a nationally recognized art reference library (including image library and museum archives). Founded in 1916, the library contains approximately 333,000 titles, including journals, 87,000 auction catalogues, and 22,000 clipping files. The image library contains approximately 285,000 digital images, and 6,000,000 photographs of works of art and architecture, including individual photographs and microfiche. Qualifications Desirable Qualifications: TO APPLY: Human Resources or fax 216-421-0277 . |
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Digital Archiving Assistant and A/V Technician
Posted: October 8, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffDigital Archiving Assistant and A/V Technician
At The Renaissance Society at The University of Chicago
http://www.renaissancesociety.org
Part time job available, beginning immediately.
Responsibilities:
Contemporary art museum on the campus of the University of Chicago seeks individual to digitize still images, video, and audio for archiving and web purposes. Must be skilled with softwares: FCP studio, CS3, Microsoft Excel and Word. Individual will also be responsible for general museum IT troubleshooting and help with videotaping exhibition-related events. Candidates should be extremely organized, self-motivated, and pay close attention to detail. An interest in and knowledge of contemporary art are required.
Qualifications:
• Experience with technology, especially video cameras, scanners, and sound equipment.
• Soft ware: FCP Studio, CS3, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel and Word.
• High level of interest in visual art.
• Self-motivated and organized, attention to detail.
• Knowledge of studio art and/or art history and/or contemporary chamber music.
Application:
Send a cover letter and resume by email to mruyter@uchicago.edu
Deadline is October 17, 2008.
Humanities Research Liaison Librarian, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Posted: October 3, 2008 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffMemorial University of Newfoundland invites applications for a permanent tenure-track appointment in the University Library System.
HUMANITIES RESEARCH LIAISON LIBRARIAN
QUEEN ELIZABETH II LIBRARY
The person we want to hire:
Memorial University is seeking an energetic and highly motivated librarian with a strong service orientation who enjoys interacting with people. The person hired will excel at planning, delivering library services and shaping the Library’s collections of resources. The individual should be committed to a reflective professional practice that identifies needs, creates solutions, and involves both team and individual work styles.
The successful candidate will have a degree from an ALA accredited graduate program. We encourage applications from librarians who have advanced academic subject qualifications in one of the humanities. You should be attracted to an evolving workplace that strives to meet changing user needs and the long term requirements of research and scholarship.
Since our future will be defined by emerging technologies, familiarity with the current state of information technology and a commitment to keep abreast of its evolution are also needed. Previous experience in collection development and/or library instruction and/or reference work are desirable assets, as are experience or familiarity with research methods and with the application of information technology in medium-sized to large academic libraries.
What your responsibilities will be:
The appointee will report to the Head of Information Services and the Head of Collection Development.
As a member of the Collection Development Division, the Liaison Librarian will be responsible for effectively managing a materials budget to be used for identifying and selecting a broad range of materials, including books, periodicals and digital media in support of teaching and research in the departments of Religious Studies and Classics, with additional responsibility for collecting in three minor arts areas: Film, Photography, and Art. Some modification to the areas of responsibilities may be possible to accommodate a candidate’s special strength in another subject area. The successful candidate may be asked to assume temporary responsibility for additional subject areas. Other duties will include evaluations of the relevance of the collection to the university curriculum, consideration and application of new technologies to collection development and the evaluation of gifts for inclusion in the library’s collection.
The successful candidate will also be required to serve as liaison between the Library and the academic departments. Working closely with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, the individual will identify disciplinary and interdisciplinary needs and will promote library resources in the subject areas.
As a member of the Information Services Division, the appointee will contribute to the Library’s instructional program, teaching information and research skills to undergraduate and graduate students and to faculty in a wide variety of disciplines. You will collaborate with faculty to integrate information/research skills into the curriculum. Through our reference services you will provide information and research help to faculty and students at all levels using traditional and electronic sources and services. Some evening and weekend work is required.
Who we are:
The Queen Elizabeth II Library is the largest branch of a highly centralized library system. It is the primary service point for all disciplines on the St. John’s campus except the health sciences. Memorial’s librarians are forward-looking and dedicated professionals, committed to high standards of collection development and public service. Our mission is to support the University’s research and teaching agenda and student success at all levels. With a complement of 30 professional librarians and 100 support staff the Library has an annual materials expenditure of $6.5M and involves most of its librarians in collection development and information services. This library is growing and evolving rapidly. Challenges in the changing information environment will make the next decade an exciting time to test assumptions about the style and content of professional practice.
For more details about us see http://www.library.mun.ca/about/index.php
The current Collective Agreement can be found at http://www.mun.ca/munfa/collagree.htm
Memorial University of Newfoundland is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the educational and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning. St. John’s is a very safe, friendly, thriving capital city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities.
Benefits of employment at Memorial:
This is a permanent tenure-track appointment. An appointment at the rank of Librarian I or Librarian II is anticipated. Salary floors are $44,712 and $51,428 respectively as of September 1, 2008. Actual salary will recognize experience and qualifications. Memorial offers standard academic benefits including provision of time for research and professional development.
How you apply:
Interested qualified individuals should send a resume, along with names, mailing addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to:
Lorraine Busby
University Librarian
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John’s, NL
Canada A1B 3Y1
Tel: (709) 737-3862
Fax: (709) 737-2153
Net: univlib@mun.ca
The deadline for applications is November 3, 2008. Please cite competition number VPA-QEII-2008-008. Processing of applications will begin upon receipt. The appointment will be made as soon as possible thereafter.
Memorial University of Newfoundland is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women, and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
