From: Margaret Porter <G.M.Porter.2_at_nd.edu>
Dear Colleagues,
Below is the announcement of the Librarian-in-Residence Program. The first
Librarian-in-Residence is currently completing the 2nd year of the program.
For the current resident a substantial collection development component was
included both in the 1st and 2nd year of the residency. We are looking for
recent library/information science graduates. Please forward to library
schools at your institutions, individuals you may know, or any parties who
may be interested.
Thank you,
Margaret Porter
University of Notre Dame Libraries Librarian-in-Residence Program
The University Libraries and Law Library of Notre Dame are seeking
applicants who may contribute effectively to the diversity of the
profession and the University. Applicants from racial and ethnic minorities
are particularly encouraged to apply. The Librarian-in-Residence Program
offers recent library school graduates the opportunity to experience
various aspects of academic librarianship, including exposure to research
and law libraries. During the first year of the two-year program, the
successful candidate will gain experience within at least three departments
or functional units. The second year will be tailored to the interests of
the Librarian-in-Residence and to the needs of the Libraries with time
afforded for a research/ writing project. In addition, the
Librarian-in-Residence will participate in administrative assignments,
library committees, specialized training, professional activities and will
receive travel support. The Librarian-in-Residence will be eligible for
positions available in the University Libraries. The libraries have one
opening for a two-year post-graduate appointment beginning in academic year
2002/03. The appointee will report administratively to Laura Bayard,
Associate Librarian.
ENVIRONMENT: The University of Notre Dame is a national Catholic teaching
and research university located in Notre Dame, Indiana, ninety miles east
of Chicago. About 8,500 undergraduates and 2,800 graduate students pursue a
broad range of studies on a highly residential campus.
Qualifications: Recent degree from an ALA-accredited library school.
Evidence of critical thinking and excellent oral and written communication
skills are required.
Compensation: The Librarian-in-Residence will be appointed as visiting
faculty with a minimum salary of $34,000. Rank and salary commensurate with
qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including paid
holidays and 20 vacation days will be offered.
Application Procedures: Interested candidates should submit a resume, the
names of three references, a letter of application that includes:
statements about 1. expectations of benefit from the program, 2. how
presence would contribute to diversity, 3. specific academic library areas
of interest, and where this ad was seen. Please send application materials
to: Diversity Committee, Laura Bayard, Chair, 221 Hesburgh Library,
University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN, 46556. Applications will be
considered as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action
Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who
can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds.
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G. Margaret Porter
Librarian, Reference Department
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame IN 46556
Phone:219-631-7620
Fax: 219-631-8887
E-Mail: porter.2_at_nd.edu
Received on Fri Mar 29 2002 - 18:06:01 EST