From: Shannon Stewart <Shannon.Stewart_at_asu.edu>
Reposting Position Announcement
Life Sciences/Nursing Librarian.
We seek an individual who can plan, deliver, and assess research support
and instruction for diverse students, faculty, and staff.
Responsibilities include developing innovative approaches to research
assistance, collection development, and delivery of services in an
organization committed to electronic resources and access. This
position provides assistance for complex research inquiries, collaborates
with faculty in the design of instructional/learning opportunities, and
promotes the integration of information competencies into the curriculum.
The position carries subject assignments in life sciences and nursing.
ASU West Library is a team-based organization. Librarians individually
and collaboratively develop programs, services, and web-based resources
and select electronic and other materials. This is continuing-appointment
(tenure) eligible position; scholarship and participation in service
activities are expected.
ASU West Library is in the initial phases of implementing new models of
service built on desktop delivery, customizable user interfaces, and
information literacy. The Library makes extensive use of electronic
systems and resources and spends more than $1m annually for collections
and access. Visit our web site for additional information:
http://www.west.asu.edu/asuw/campus/lib/libinfo.html
Required Qualifications: An ALA-accredited MLS. Experience with: a
networked computing environment; database searching; web search engines;
web page development; development and/or delivery of technology-based
instruction; reference service; a variety of computer applications and
information formats. Demonstrated skill in communication, critical
thinking, and/or problem solving. Relevant experience or formal education
in the life sciences or nursing.
Preferred Qualifications: Post-MLS professional experience. Experience
in: development of electronic delivery of services; selection of
electronic resources; project/program development, management, or
assessment. Evidence of working knowledge in a variety of web page
authoring tools; Spanish language ability. Experience in or demonstrated
commitment to a team-oriented environment. Understanding of academic
institutions and higher education issues.
To Apply: Submit letter of application addressing background and
experience relevant to the qualifications; current resume; and names,
addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of four professional
references to: Deg Farrelly, Chair, Life Sciences/Nursing Librarian
Search Committee, ASU West Library, P.O. Box 37100, Phoenix, Arizona
85069-7100.
Deadline for Applications: Applications must be received by February 15,
or by the 1st or 15th day of each month thereafter until the position is
filled.
Rank and Salary: Assistant/Associate Librarian, salary commensurate with
experience and rank; $32,000 minimum for Assistant Librarian.
General Information About ASU West: ASU West, a component of Arizona
State University's multi-campus plan vision, offers junior, senior, and
graduate level research-based courses in the arts and sciences, business,
education, human services, nursing, and women's studies. The campus is
committed to advancing educational, economic, cultural, and social
development of the community. Located in the northwest Phoenix
metropolitan area, ASU West serves 5,000 students with an expected growth
to 10,000 students at its beautiful new campus. Please visit our web page
at http://www.west.asu.edu. ASU West is an EO/AA employer.
Cross-posted to multiple lists, apologies for duplication
Received on Fri Jan 28 2000 - 13:18:32 EST