From: "Lee M. Murray" <lmmurray_at_library.syr.edu>
Position Opening
SCIENCE LIBRARIAN , ENGINEERING/COMPUTER SCIENCES
Syracuse University Library
Position Summary: Syracuse University Library is seeking an
innovative and technologically capable science librarian with a strong
service orientation. The position reports to the head, Science and
Technology Libraries. The successful candidate will join a
multi-disciplinary team of science librarians at a time the Library is
working on a major initiative to redefine library services and develop
new programs and services; plans for the re-visioning of science and
technology and other library services and facilities are underway.
Science and Technology Libraries staff include six librarians, a
supervisor, and eight support staff in the Carnegie Building and
Mathematics, Geology, and Physics branches. The SU Library, with
collections of nearly three million volumes, is actively pursuing
electronic and digital initiatives. The position description is
posted at: <http://libwww.syr.edu/information/employment/sci.htm>.
For more information about the Library and University see
<http://libwww.syr.edu> and <http://www.syr.edu>.
Responsibilities:
· Provides a full range of reference, consultative, and user education
services to students and faculty in the sciences (print, electronic,
web, digital, multimedia resources)
· Builds and manages electronic and print undergraduate and research
collections for engineering and computer science, serving departments
of electrical, computer, mechanical, aerospace, civil, environmental,
and chemical engineering, bioengineering, neuroscience, and affiliated
research centers, including the CASE Center (computer and software
engineering), Institute for Sensory Research, and Keck Center for
Molecular Electronics
· Serves as liaison to science faculty with an emphasis on
engineering, computer sciences, and other assigned disciplines
· Participates in departmental, library, and university initiatives in
the sciences, including planning for services, facilities, electronic
resources, digital, and other technologies
· Supervises support staff
Qualifications:
Required: Advanced degree from an ALA-accredited institution and at
least two years experience as a librarian in an academic library or
research setting (preferably public services); academic background or
equivalent experience in engineering, physical sciences, or related
field
Candidates with all required qualifications and the strongest
combination of the following skills and attributes will receive
highest consideration:
· Thorough knowledge of scientific research methods and familiarity
with trends in the information/ knowledge environment in engineering
and the sciences
· Collection development/management experience and a firm grasp of
science collection issues
· Exceptional computer-based skills, interests or training in digital
initiatives, and the ability to plan innovative services emphasizing
electronic resources for a research-oriented clientele
· The ability to work effectively in a collegial, multi-disciplinary
team environment to explore and promote the application of new
technologies
· An interest in providing excellent public service to students,
faculty, and researchers
· Evidence of strong oral and written communication, interpersonal,
and organizational skills
· Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
· Commitment to principles of diversity
Environment: Founded in 1870, Syracuse University is an independent
Research II University and a member of the Association of American
Universities. Its thirteen schools and colleges, with 800 faculty,
enroll over 12,000 undergraduate and 5,600 graduate and law students.
Planning is underway for the transformation of space and services in a
building now housing science and technology resources. See
<http://libwww.syr.edu/news/carnegie/htm> for further information
about this initiative. The Library is a member of the Association of
Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, OCLC, and national
and regional consortia. Its online system is Endeavor's Voyager. The
Library is committed to the development of digital resources and is
working actively to encompass new digital initiatives. The Library is
also committed to providing excellent and responsive services to a
culturally and racially diverse campus.
Syracuse is situated in the center of New York State within 250-300
miles of New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Toronto. The
University's attractive main campus is located just east of downtown
Syracuse. Cultural opportunities abound, with a symphony orchestra,
jazz festival, chamber music, a nationally-recognized art museum and
an Equity theater, along with excellent opportunities for sports and
recreation.
Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with education and experience.
Minimum: $36,000. The University provides a generous benefits
package, including TIAA/CREF (11% University contribution), health and
dental plans, tuition remission, adoption assistance, insurance, and
other work/life options and benefits.
Contact: Send letter of application, resume, and names of three
references to: Search Committee for Science Librarian, Engineering and
Computer Sciences, Syracuse University Library, Office of Human
Resources, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244-2010. Applications
received by January 17, 2000 will receive first consideration.
SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EMPLOYER
Lee Murray
Head, Science and Technology Library
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY l3244
LMMurray_at_syr.edu
Phone: (315)443-2160
Fax: (315)443-5549
Received on Mon Nov 29 1999 - 17:55:41 EST