From: Susan Peters <libslp_at_emory.edu>
SCIENCE LIBRARIAN FOR PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS/COMPUTER SCIENCE
Emory University
As part of the "Science 2000" initiative at Emory University, construction
of a new science facility will begin in Spring 1999. This building
complex will bring together the departments of Chemistry, Physics and
Mathematics/Computer Science as well as the library collections and
services which support these disciplines. A soon-to-be formed Science and
Chemistry Team will be one of several subject teams focused on developing
collections and innovative approaches to the delivery of services to meet
the research and teaching needs of students, faculty, and the scholarly
community.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The individual in this position will select resources
for and manage the physics and mathematics/computer science collections,
with duties to include promoting awareness of and access to electronic
information resources, and providing outreach, consultative and
instructional services. Emphasis will be placed on incorporating
electronic journals and document delivery into the options for information
delivery in these disciplines. Will work closely with the Chemistry
Librarian to plan for the move of the Physics and Mathematics/Computer
Science collections to the new physical sciences complex and for the
services to be offered in this new facility. Partnership with other
library and campus units, such as the Virtual Library Project and
Information Technology specialists who provide desktop and network support
to faculty in the sciences will be important. Will participate in the
overall administration of the library's collection management and
development program, including formulating collection development policies
and procedures, evaluation of the collections, and management of
information resources funds.
REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS or advanced degree in the physical sciences
or mathematics/computer science. Strong academic background in the
physical sciences or mathematics/computer science and three years
experience in a large academic or research library, or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Demonstrated knowledge of
information needs of scholars in the sciences; understanding of current
trends and issues in scholarly publishing and communication in the
sciences, especially as relates to electronic journals. Good skills in
planning, analysis, evaluation and budget management; ability to interact
successfully and communicate in a clear, knowledgeable and personable
manner; ability to work effectively as a team member and leader.
PREFERRED: experience in group or individual instruction; negotiation with
publishers and vendors; and record of involvement in professional
development activities.
BEGINNING SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and rank dependent upon
qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits package, including
TIAA/CREF.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 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. Application review begins December 1,
1998.
Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and
encourages women and minority candidates.
Received on Tue Nov 17 1998 - 11:13:08 EST