[MNASIS-L] U of M: Librarian for Physics, Astronomy, and Digital Projects

[Julie Kelly]

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA LIBRARIES-TWIN CITIES CAMPUS
http://www.lib.umn.edu

Position Available
Librarian for Physics, Astronomy, and Digital Projects
Science and Engineering Library

The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications and nominations
for the position of Physics and Astronomy Librarian.  The University
Libraries particularly encourages the candidacy of people with experience
in multicultural and multiracial settings.

Responsibilities:
· Develop strong liaison with faculty, students, and instructional programs
to determine collection and service needs for Physics and Astronomy
· Promote information literacy within the physics and astronomy curriculum
by consulting with faculty on assignments and providing instructional support
· Select library materials in all formats for Physics and Astronomy
· Provide general and research assistance to library users during scheduled
hours at the Science & Engineering Reference Desk in Walter Library,
including some evening and weekend shifts
· Contribute to the development of the Libraries' digital reference
services and online learning resources and tools (see
http://infopoint.lib.umn.edu/ and http://www.lib.umn.edu/research/);
· Maintain the Physics and Astronomy subject Web pages on SciWeb
(http://sciweb.lib.umn.edu); working closely with the AUL for Information
Technology and with the Digital Technology Center, seek out opportunities
for digital projects with members of the Institute of Technology
· Analyze trends in Physics and Astronomy teaching and research programs,
keep current with scholarship in the disciplines themselves, and apply
observations to collection, instruction and reference services

QUALIFICATIONS.  Required:  ALA-accredited MLS, or foreign equivalent;
experience in collection development; reference or instruction experience
in a college or university library; excellent communication and
interpersonal skills; creativity, flexibility, initiative and self
direction; ability to work both independently and in cooperation with
colleagues and library users in a service-oriented, team-based environment.
 Preferred:  Undergraduate or graduate degree in a physical science;
experience in the development of digital library projects.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:  Full time, 12-mo. Continuous appointment track,
academic/professional position with probationary appointment at Assistant
Librarian.  The Libraries offers a competitive salary commensurate with and
qualifications for this position.  Excellent benefits and substantial
moving allowance.

TO APPLY:  Position available immediately.  Applications will be accepted
until filled.  Send letter of application, resume, and the names,
addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current
professional references to:  Human Resources, 499 Wilson Library,
University of Minnesota, 309 19th Ave. So., Mpls., MN  55455.  Please
identify the application with UL #149.  Full description of
responsibilities available at http://www.lib.umn.edu/about/career.phtml

The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer