[Asis-l] Position Announcement: Science Librarian and English Librarian, James Madison University

[Jody Fagan]

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Colleagues,

I am pleased to announce that James Madison University has just opened 
two positions, Science Librarian and English Librarian.  See both job 
descriptions at http://www.lib.jmu.edu/employment/

I am posting the Science Librarian one below because with their new 
library building, they are very interested in new reference models and 
technologies!

Jody Fagan

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Science Librarian, James Madison University

This position is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic librarian who 
enjoys teaching and reference and wants to play a key role in developing 
innovative library services and building relationships with faculty.

The James Madison University Libraries are committed to staff 
development, technology, and innovative delivery of services. The 
Libraries' nationally recognized instruction program promotes 
information literacy through both classroom and web-based instruction. 
Librarians enjoy faculty status, and serve as active partners with 
classroom faculty through a strong academic department liaison program.

The JMU Libraries are currently in the design phase for a new 100,000 
square foot science library (opening summer 2008.) This facility will be 
a technologically advanced library offering a variety of traditional and 
emerging library services and will complement the existing Carrier 
Library which will serve primarily the humanities and social sciences. 
Built on the information commons service model, the new building will 
include a 24 hour study space, full wireless coverage, numerous flexible 
group study spaces, as well as Education Technology and Faculty 
Development Center offices.

Located in the beautiful, historic Shenandoah Valley about 2 hours 
southwest of Washington, James Madison University is a public, 
comprehensive university offering high-quality, innovative programs in 
the liberal arts and sciences, psychology, education, integrated 
sciences, health and human services, and business to a student 
population of about 16,000. JMU has been ranked by U.S. News and World 
Report as the top-rated public regional university in the South for 
eleven straight years. The university is consistently ranked among the 
nation's most wired universities. For additional information visit the 
library web site at http://www.lib.jmu.edu/

Responsibilities: Serves as liaison librarian to selected physical 
and/or life science departments (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology.) 
Provides reference and instructional services in both a traditional 
library setting and an innovative library service center on the 
University's east campus. Works closely with instructional faculty and 
library staff to develop innovative approaches to library instruction, 
collection building, reference service, and outreach. Uses appropriate 
technology in the provision of reference, instruction, and other library 
services. Contributes in areas of service and scholarship. Position 
reports to the CISAT Librarian.

Qualifications: Accredited MLS; reference and instructional experience; 
strong knowledge of traditional and electronic reference sources; 
knowledge of collection development; excellent communication, 
interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills; excellent 
problem-solving and analytical skills; knowledge of current and emerging 
technologies and the ability to apply these technologies to a diverse 
range of library applications; strong public service orientation; and 
ability to work creatively and collaboratively in a rapidly changing 
environment. Science background preferred.

12-month faculty appointment. Salary and rank commensurate with 
qualifications and experience, minimum $42,000. Competitive compensation 
package includes: 20 paid vacation days plus 11 holidays; generous 
retirement programs; Anthem (BC/BS) medical and dental programs; 
flexible sick leave; tax-deferred annuities; life and disability 
insurance; excellent professional development and training 
opportunities; and great recreational facilities.

Review of applications will begin September 30, 2005 and will continue 
until the positions are filled. James Madison University is an equal 
opportunity/Affirmative Action/equal access employer and especially 
encourages applications from minorities, women and persons with 
disabilities.

*Note: All application materials must be submitted online here via the 
JMU JobLink System. Questions? Call or e-mail John McGehee, Search 
Committee Chair, (540) 568-3319. *

-- 
Jody Condit Fagan
Digital Services Librarian
James Madison University
540-568-4265
faganjc at jmu.edu

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