Asian Collection Librarian - Rice University

Rice University, a private university located in Houston, Texas, is seeking a highly motivated librarian committed to building academic library collections and services tailored to the present and future needs of our community.  The successful candidate will work to build library collections for the recently created Chao Center for Asian Studies,including developing a strategy for crafting a research-caliber collection. The Asian studies bibliographer will assist with library services for the Rice University community, and work with the staff of the Chao Center and Fondren Library to promote Rice University’s developing program.  The successful candidate will contribute to fund raising activities, including grants, aimed at development of library collections.  Position reports to AUL for Collections.

Requirements include: ALA-accredited MLS; minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience in collection development in an academic setting, fluency in English and Chinese languages including reading knowledge of classical Chinese, demonstrated experience and facility with digital content.  Preferred: second advanced degree in relevant humanities or social sciences discipline.

Salary/benefits: This is a contract position, funded for 5 years, with a possibility of extension. $58,000 minimum; no state or local income tax; 21 benefit days; 8 study days; TIAA/CREF and Fidelity; health and life insurance; tuition waiver.

Environment:  Rice University provides a stimulating work environment, with opportunities to participate in the delivery of innovative library services supported by leading edge technologies.  Fondren Library (http://library.rice.edu/) is a research library with over 2.6 million volumes and over 81,000 serial titles.  The Library has a state-of-the-art offsite shelving facility and completed a major building renovation project in 2006.  An active program of digital resource development and delivery is underway.  Rice University is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde. The fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a moderate cost of living and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast. 

For more information, see: 

http://chaocenter.rice.edu/

http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp

http://www.visithoustontexas.com/media/neighborhoods

Applications received by March 18, 2011 will receive first consideration.  Please apply with cover letter, resume, and the names, titles, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references at:  https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52644.  Inquiries:  Melinda Reagor Flannery, Assistant University Librarian/Search Coordinator at (713) 348-3773 or e-mail reagor@rice.edu.  Rice University is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

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Jiun Kuo

Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services

Rice University

Fondren Library MS44

P.O. Box 1892 

Houston, TX 77251-1892

phone:   (713) 348-2568

fax:       (713) 348-5862

e-mail   kuo@rice.edu                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Deputy Librarian: Hong Kong University Libraries

For overseas

Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years.  Ranked 21st among the top 200 universities in the world by the UK's Times Higher Education, the University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning.  There are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50 countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned.

Deputy Librarian in the University Libraries

 (Ref.:  20110018)

Applications are invited for appointment as Deputy Librarian in the University Libraries tenable from May 1, 2011, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.

Applicants should have a solid university degree plus a recognised professional qualification in library and information science (MLS or equivalent), with at least 10 years of appropriate post-qualification experience in academic libraries of which at least 5 years should be at a managerial level, carrying considerable responsibility.  The Deputy Librarian reports to, as well as advises and assists, the University Librarian, and from time to time represents the University Librarian and the Library within the University, locally, regionally or internationally, as required.  The Deputy Librarian is a key member of the Library senior management team, who provides high-level vision and dynamic leadership.  In addition to advising and assisting the University Librarian on development aspects of the management and administration of the Library, the Deputy Librarian will engage in strategic planning and implementation of strategic initiatives as well as the coordination of system-wide operations and services specifically through the 5 major library teams being Main Library Services, Bibliographic Discovery Services, Collection Development, Branch Libraries Services, and Scholarly Communications Teams.  The appointee should have a proven track record of leadership; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong organizational ability; a demonstrated commitment to supporting teaching, learning and research; and knowledge of the latest trends and developments in information technology and in particular those applicable to an educational environment.  Written and spoken Chinese skills will be a distinct advantage.

Annual salary for Deputy Librarian will be in the range of HK$708,240 – 1,171,800 (approximately US$1 = HK$7.8) (subject to review from time to time at the entire discretion of the University).  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.  At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

Further particulars and application forms (152/708) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/; or from the Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (fax: (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058; e-mail: senrappt@hku.hk).  Closes March 3, 2011.  Candidates who are not contacted within 3 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and

is committed to a No-Smoking Policy

Music Librarian: Hong Kong University Libraries

For overseas

Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years.  Ranked 21^st among the top 200 universities in the world by the UK's Times Higher Education, the University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning.  There are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50 countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned.

Music Librarian in the University Libraries

 (Ref.:  20110044)

Applications are invited for appointment as Music Librarian (at the rank of Assistant Librarian I or Assistant Librarian II) in the University Libraries, from as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.

Applicants should have significant training and experience in meeting the information needs of Music students and staff as evidenced by: 1) EITHER a good first degree in Music or Arts; AND a recognized professional qualification in information science (M.L.S. or equivalent) with at least 1 year of post-qualification experience in academic libraries or teaching experience in universities which should be related to music or a related discipline; OR a Master’s degree in Music or other advanced degree (M.Phil.; Ph.D.) in a relevant area of Arts plus at least 1 year of post-qualification teaching experience; OR a recognized professional qualification in information science with at least 1 year of post-qualification experience in academic libraries or teaching experience in universities which should be related to music or a related discipline; 2) strong written and oral communication skills in English (spoken and written skills in Chinese are not required but will be seen as a plus); and the ability to liaise with vendors, all levels of Library staff, AND students and staff of the Arts Faculty and others as necessary.  The appointee will be required to build print and electronic collections, provide group and individual user education and consultation services, and to participate in the development of the Branch Libraries Services Team policies and programmes.  The appointee will also provide information-related services at the soon to be completed Learning Commons facility at the Centennial Campus.  Applicants with 5 or more years of post-qualification experience will be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Librarian I.  The appointee is also encouraged to develop his/her own self and to make contributions to the profession.  Further information about the post can be obtained at http://lib.hku.hk/employment/MusAL.html.  Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 20100573) need not re-apply as their applications will be considered together.

Annual salaries will be in the following ranges (subject to review from time to time at the entire discretion of the University):

Assistant Librarian I:                                   HK$433,320 – 721,080

Assistant Librarian II:                                  HK$433,320 – 621,900

(approximately US$1 = HK$7.8)

At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.  The appointments will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits.

Further particulars and application forms (152/708) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/; by fax (2540 6735 or 2559 2058); e-mail (senrappt@hku.hk); in person or by writing to the Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resources Section, Registry, Room 10-01, Knowles Building, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong.  Closes February 28, 2011.  Candidates who are not contacted within 2 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a

No-Smoking Policy

Information Resource Center Assistant (U.S. Embassy Tokyo)

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U.S. Embassy Tokyo is seeking an INFORMATION RESOURCE CENTER ASSISTANT

For position details and application procedures, please see U.S. Embassy website:

http://japan.usembassy.gov/e/info/tinfo-jobs.html

Application deadline: December 13, 2010

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Akemi Noda
Information Resource Center
U.S. Embassy Tokyo
1-10-5 Akasaka, Minato-ku
Tokyo 107-8420
Tel: 81-3-3224-5292 Fax: 81-3-3505-4769
http://japan.usembassy.gov/e/irc-main.html
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International and Area Studies Library Head and Professor of Library Administration, University of Illinois

Dear Colleagues:

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library has an exciting opportunity to lead in reshaping international and area studies.  The information below provides details about the position.  We welcome applications and suggestions of people who you think might be strong candidates for the position.  If you would like more information, please contact the chair of the search committee:  Barbara J. Ford, Director and Distinguished Professor, Mortenson Center for International Library Programs, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library, by email at bjford@illinois.edu or by telephone at +1-217-244-1898.

 

International and Areas Studies Librarian and Head, International and Area Studies Library and Professor of Library Administration

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library

Position Available:  Position is open until filled.  This is a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-system faculty appointment.  Rank at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Library Administration with tenure, depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected.  The librarian appointment is permanent, but all current unit head appointments in the University Library are five-year, renewable terms. The successful candidate must meet requirements for tenure at the University of Illinois, which includes expectations for librarianship, research and service.

Duties and Responsibilities:  Reporting to the University Librarian, the Head of the International and Area Studies (IAS) Library will provide leadership for, and supervision, of library services to students, faculty, and other scholars using resources in international and areas studies.  This is an opportunity to lead reshaping international and area studies services to users in a major university research library which is involved in rethinking library services through a “new service model” process (www.library.illinois.edu/nsm/). The vision of the IAS Library is to be University's gateway to the world of information and scholarship about international, global, and area studies which are distinct and complementary scholarly projects. The gateway will connect the knowledge that is crucial to developing global competencies through the study of global concerns and transnational issues as well as the study of distinct nations and regions.

The successful candidate will:

·         Provide leadership for the successful integration of personnel and core activities supporting collections and public services into the new International and Area Studies (IAS) Library;

·         Oversee operations and establish priorities for core services in the IAS Library, including reference service, collection development and management, liaison, outreach, instruction, and support for digital scholarship;

·         Collaborate collegially and cooperatively with other personnel in the IAS Library, other unit heads, the AUL for Services, and the AUL for Collections;

·         Communicate with campus constituent groups such as International and Area Studies Centers, and user communities;

·         Evaluate/coach/mentor personnel;

·         Direct the selection, training, evaluation, and deployment of support staff members and graduate assistants/hourly staff in IAS Library;

·         Prepare regular and on-demand reports for the IAS Library, including but not limited to strategic plans, annual goals, annual reports, and budget proposals and requests;

·         Provide collection development, reference service, and bibliographic instruction for general international areas.  Depending upon departmental needs and qualifications of the successful candidate, duties may also include regional area specialization responsibilities;  

·         Coordinate IAS web site management, digital projects, development and management of additional collections, specific library programs and operations, and participate in other projects and activities;

·         Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:  Required:  Experience leading and managing in an academic or research environment , particularly in area studies, social sciences, or humanities; Advanced degree in relevant discipline ; Experience providing information and research services and instruction in an academic or research environment; Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic library services and resources; Evidence of research, publication, and service to meet university standards for tenure Preferred: Progressively responsible professional experience in academic or research library setting, with a commitment to user-centered services; ALA-accredited Master’s degree or equivalent; Experience working with international or area studies programs and services; Demonstrated knowledge of relevant trends in digital libraries, the social aspects of information, and scholarly communications; Experience in building and sustaining library collections in all formats; Knowledge of one or more non-English languages; Commitment to mentoring and training ; Evidence of strong team-leadership skills; Demonstrated excellent communications skills; Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with all elements of an academically and culturally diverse community; Flexibility and ability to thrive in a complex, changing environment with competing demands

Salary and Rank: Salary commensurate with credentials and experience, and will include an administrative component for the five-year renewable appointment as unit head.  Rank at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Library Administration with tenure, depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected.  Librarians have faculty rank, and must demonstrate excellence in librarianship, research, publication, and university/professional/community service in order to meet university standards for tenure and promotion.

To Apply: Please complete your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu/  Upload letter of application and complete resume, including names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references to: Cindy Kelly, Head, Library Human Resources, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801.  All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered.  For questions, please call: 217-333-8169.

Deadline: Position is open until filled. Applicant submissions will be reviewed beginning 12/14/2010.  In order to ensure full consideration, applications and nominations must be received by 12/14/10. 

THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER