Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Tokyo University: Asian Librarianship Teaching Positions

東京大学新図書館:
アジア研究図書館上廣倫理財団寄付研究部門特任教員の募集について

The University of Tokyo is recruiting two teaching positions for Asian Librarianship. If your students or you are interested in applying, please check the details (in Japanese only) at:
http://new.lib.u-tokyo.ac.jp/1162

Friday, January 17, 2014

Columbia University: Project Archivist (Temporary 18-month Appointment)

The Columbia University Libraries seek a Project Archivist to archive film programs, and ephemera from the Makino Mamoru Collection on East Asian Film and to complete an online finding aid for the entire collection. 

Material processing will follow standard practice using the Society of American Archivists’ Arranging and Describing Archives and Manuscripts (2005), Describing Archives: A Content Standard (2004), as well as Columbia’s local practices. The archivist will follow the arrangement of the collection drafted by the previous archivist who worked on the parts processed to date, will conduct relevant research on the programs, evaluate their organization in the arrangement, perform physical processing and preparation for our offsite storage facility by coordinating the transfer of boxes, provide reference services, and perform outreach, including writing blog posts, updating the web page, giving presentations, cooperating on public programs, train and supervise one or two graduate student helper(s), and create a standard MARC record and finding aid using EAD following the RLG Best Practice Guidelines for Encoded Archival Description (2002).

This is a temporary grant-funded 18-month appointment with the possibility of extension with a proposed start date of April 1, 2014. The appointment can be for a 9, 10 or 11-month appointment but the project must be completed by the grant’s end date of December 31, 2016.

Minimum qualifications:
- MLS or MA in Archival Management or equivalent
- Thorough knowledge of archival standards
- Advanced ability to read and write Japanese and strong verbal skills in Japanese
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently and meet project goals and deadlines

Preferred qualifications:
- Advanced degree in an East Asian Studies discipline
- Familiarity with Japanese and East Asian Film Studies
- Experience managing archival digital projects
- Knowledge of research processes in archival sources
- Familiarity with cataloging principles

For immediate consideration please apply on-line at:
            https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58762


The C.V. Starr East Asian Library is one of the major collections for the study of East Asia in the United States with over 1 million volumes/pieces of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, and Western language materials and over 8,500 periodical titles.

One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia also presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New York City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable depth and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and services. The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality, professionalism, innovation and leadership.

We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and excellent benefits. 

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer


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Ria Koopmans-de Bruijn
Head of Public Services / East Asian Studies Librarian
C. V. Starr East Asian Library, Columbia University
310 Kent Hall, Mailcode 3901, New York, NY 10027
Phone: 212-854-1505 Fax: 212-662-6286 email: rkb7@columbia.edu
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Columbia University:Japanese Project Cataloger (Temporary 33-month Appointment)

Position Description: 
Under the general direction of the Japanese Cataloger, provide original cataloging and complex copy-cataloging for mostly Japanese resources contained in the Makino Mamoru Collection on the History of East Asian Film (also known as the Makino Collection) and to work with the Project Archivist on organizing archival materials contained in the Collection as needed.  The cataloger is expected to keep abreast of new and emerging cataloging and metadata practices and tools.
This is a temporary grant-funded appointment intended to last 33 months. The project must be completed by the grant's end date of December 31, 2016 (with possibility of extension).

Major Responsibilities: 
1.    Provide complete original cataloging as well as complex copy-cataloging for mostly Japanese materials in all formats following national standards as well as local policies. 
2.    Work with the Archivist to organize the archival materials and create finding aids as needed.
3.    Participate in special projects and undertake miscellaneous assignments as required.
4.    Engage with other CUL catalogers and external professional community to improve cataloging skills and keep informed about developments and best practices, and participate in appropriate professional activities, both internally and externally.

Qualifications:
Required:
•    Master’s degree in library and information science from an accredited program or equivalent.
•    Advanced ability to read and write Japanese (including kana and traditional & simplified Chinese characters--kanji).
•    In-depth knowledge of Japanese culture.
•    Knowledge of cataloging/metadata standards and reference tools, including AACR2, RDA, LCRI, LC-PCC PS, LCSH, LC Classification Schedules, PCC & CONSER cataloging guidelines, and MARC Formats, etc. 
•    Good computer skills, including word-processing for English and Japanese, as well as knowledge of bibliographic databases.
•    Strong collegial and interpersonal skills.
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:
•    Original cataloging experience using bibliographic utility (e.g., OCLC Connexion) and local library systems.
•    Familiarity of Japanese Romanization rules--Modified Hepburn System.
•    Knowledge of cataloging issues for East Asian materials and/or experience in working with East Asian collections.
•    Knowledge of film industry in Japan as well as other countries. 
•    Good organizational skills.
For immediate consideration please apply on-line at:
     https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58761
 
The C.V. Starr East Asian Library is one of the major collections for the study of East Asia in the United States with over 1 million volumes/pieces of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, and Western language materials and over 8,500 periodical titles.

One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia also presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New York City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable depth and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and services. The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality, professionalism, innovation and leadership.
We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and excellent benefits. 
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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Sarah S. Elman
Head of Technical Services
C.V. Starr East Asian Library
Columbia University
307 Kent Hall
1140 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10027
U.S.A.
Phone: (212) 854-2579
Fax: (212) 662-6286