Science Liaison Librarian
- Institution:
- University of Puget Sound
- Posted:
- December 7, 2012
- Category:
- Librarians/ library administration
- Employment Status:
- Full-time
- Salary:
- Not specified
University of Puget Sound
Science Liaison Librarian
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Appointment Status
Regular, full-time position
Department
Library
Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the planning, implementation, and assessment of library programs and services in support of the sciences; serve as a liaison with science faculty and students to support teaching, learning and research activities.
Essential functions:
1. Serve as the library's resource specialist for the sciences and represent the information needs of the science faculty and students within the library.
2. Work closely with faculty and librarians to support information literacy initiatives; actively participate in course integrated instruction for the sciences. May provide introductory instruction for core courses in other fields.
3. Recommend print and digital science resources for the library collection and contribute to collection development decisions and initiatives. Spend allocated collection development funds in a timely and responsible manner.
4. Foster communication between the science departments and the library.
5. Develop web based resources in the sciences and contribute to the overall web presence of the library.
6. Become familiar with research and curricular activities of the science departments and associated interdisciplinary programs.
7. Deliver reference and research consultation in traditional and digital environments.
8. Participate in professional activities and departmental planning.
9. Participate in developing and implementing innovative digital public service programs and projects.
10. Keep abreast of developments in information technology, transfer, and management, particularly in the area of scholarly communication.
11. Participate in the research and technical evaluation of new trial databases and other products; analyze and recommend potential changes/improvements to services and products.
12. Serve on library and campus committees.
13. Engage in ongoing assessment of library resources and services.
Qualifications
Required:
--An ALA accredited MLS or its equivalent.
--Substantial coursework in the sciences.
--Familiarity with science information resources and user needs.
--Demonstrated team and project leadership skills.
--Experience or training in teaching or instructional activities.
--Reference experience or training.
--Demonstrated capacity to work effectively and collegially with library staff, faculty and students.
--Ability to function effectively in an ambiguous and rapidly changing environment.
--Working knowledge of current and emerging information technologies and their potential applications and opportunities for the library.
--Excellent organizational, analytical, time management and communication skills.
--Strong commitment to excellence in public service.
--An understanding of and commitment to the educational objectives of the university and the ability to contribute significantly to the role of the library in the educational process.
--Demonstrated commitment to diversity.
Application Deadline Information
Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than February 9, 2013 to ensure consideration.
The search committee will be conducting preliminary interviews at ALA Seattle, January 24-28th, 2013.
About Puget Sound
Puget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college.
How to Apply
For complete job description and application instructions, visit: https://www.pugetsound.jobs
As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AA
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