CDL-Two positions at Georgetown University

From: "Karl E. Debus-Lopez" <ked37_at_georgetown.edu>

Assistant Librarian­Asian Studies and Linguistics Bibliographer

The Georgetown University Library seeks an Assistant Librarian-Asian 
Studies and Linguistics Bibliographer who, under the direction of the Head 
of Collection Development, will serve as principal liaison to and develop 
the collections for the following departments and programs of Georgetown 
University:  linguistics; Chinese language, literature, and history; 
Japanese language, literature, and history; Korean language, literature, 
and history; Asian Studies; Australia/New Zealand; and South Asian, 
Southeast Asian languages literature, and history.  The Librarian will 
contribute to the development of cooperative collection development 
programs with other libraries and library consortia, monitor vendor 
approval plans, recommend annual allocation, and assist in the monitoring 
of the library materials budget in the assigned areas of responsibility.
Minimum qualifications: Master’s in Library or Information Science from 
ALA-accredited institution, plus second Master’s in a subject area related 
to scope of position; or Ph.D. in subject area(s) related to scope of 
position and related experience; minimum of five years experience working 
with East Asian collections and collection development experience within an 
academic and/or research library; knowledge of the history, politics, 
economics, literatures and cultures of East Asia and Pacific 
Region.  Knowledge of the literature of linguistics is also 
preferred.  Must be fluent in Chinese and Japanese.  A reading knowledge of 
Korean is preferred.  Demonstrated awareness of trends and developments in 
the national and international publishing worlds, e.g., pricing trends and 
scholarly communication, and ability to assess their impact on library 
purchasing policies and services assessment. Must have the ability to work 
with all personnel in a collaborative environment. Demonstrated record of 
professional accomplishments and commitment to ongoing development.
Minimum starting salary $49,000.
Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until a candidate 
is selected. Apply online at 
http://www.library.georgetown.edu/employment/index.htm or send letter of 
application, resume, and the names of three professional references to 
libhr_at_georgetown.edu.  Georgetown University is an equal-opportunity, 
affirmative-action employer.


Principal Social Sciences Bibliographer

The Georgetown University Library seeks an Principal Social Sciences 
Bibliographer who, under the direction of the Head of Collection 
Development, will serve as principal liaison to and develop the collections 
for the following departments and programs of Georgetown 
University:  Government (including Political Economy and Social/Political 
Thought programs); Communications, Culture, and Technology; International 
Affairs/School of Foreign Service; National Security  (including Justice 
and Peace program); Public Policy (including Environmental Policy program); 
and Anthropology/Archaeology.  For these subject areas, the Bibliographer 
will develop collections in line with the pedagogical needs of the 
University, contribute to the development of cooperative collection 
development programs with other libraries and library consortia, monitor 
vendor approval plans, recommend annual allocations, and assist in the 
monitoring of the library materials budget in the assigned areas of 
responsibility.

Minimum qualifications: Master’s in Library or Information Science from 
ALA-accredited institution, plus second Master’s in a subject area related 
to scope of position; or Ph.D. in subject area(s) related to scope of 
position and related experience.  Minimum of five years experience working 
with Government and/or Foreign Affairs collections and collection 
development experience within an academic and/or research library.  Must be 
able to demonstrate, through study or experience a broad-based knowledge of 
the literature of the subject areas within the scope of this position. 
Working knowledge of at least two foreign languages is highly desirable. 
Demonstrated awareness of trends and developments in the national and 
international publishing worlds, e.g., pricing trends and scholarly 
communication, and possess the ability to assess their impact on library 
purchasing policies and services assessment.  Ability to work with all 
personnel in a collaborative environment. Record of professional 
accomplishments and commitment to ongoing development.

Minimum starting salary $49,000.

Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until a candidate 
is selected. Apply online at 
http://www.library.georgetown.edu/employment/index.htm or send letter of 
application, resume, and the names of three professional references to 
libhr_at_georgetown.edu.  Georgetown University is an equal-opportunity, 
affirmative-action employer.


-- 
Karl E. Debus-López, MLS, MRP
Associate University Librarian
   for Collections and Technical Services
Chair, ALA/ALCTS Acquisitions Section
Georgetown University
Lauinger Library
37th & O Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20057-1174
e-mail:  ked37_at_georgetown.edu
phone:  (202) 687-5160
fax: (202) 687-7503