East Asian librarian vacancies at the Bodleian Library, Oxford University

The following vacancies for East Asian librarians have been advertised at the Bodleian Library, Oxford, UK.

HD Chung Chinese Studies Librarian
https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.display_form?p_applicant_no=&p_display_apply_ind=Y&p_recruitment_id=134574&p_form_profile_detail=&p_internal_external=E&p_company=10&p_process_type=&p_display_in_irish=N&p_refresh_search=Y

Bodleian Japanese Librarian
https://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs#vacancy-134559

NCC Executive Director

Job Description

<Background>
The North American Coordinating Council on Japanese Library Resources (NCC) works as an intermediary among faculty, librarians, funders, professional organizations, and other international collaborators to provide research and teaching resources relating to Japan, most of which are freely available online. NCC also serves as an advocate for the field of Japanese Studies and sponsors workshops in support of the field.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director include: fund raising, public and donor relations, events planning, and the management of day-to-day activities of NCC in telecommunication with the NCC Chair, Council Members, and, when necessary, a broad range of constituents including librarians, scholars in the field of Japanese studies, students, funders, and counterparts in Japan, Europe, and wherever Japanese studies in taught.

<Required Qualifications>

• A Bachelor of Arts in Japanese studies (discipline open) or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with academic libraries and the field of Japanese studies in North America
• Experience with fundraising
• Native fluency in English with demonstrated writing and editing skills
• Strong Japanese language ability (speaking and reading)
• Computer literacy (word processing, data, social media, & image management)
• US citizenship or a Green Card (visa sponsorship not available)
• Ability to travel domestically in the US, Japan and elsewhere

 <Preferred Skills>

• Experience in educational/nonprofit administration; conference/ special event management
• Ability to organize and motivate a largely volunteer workforce
• Familiarity with QuickBooks bookkeeping systems, the LibGuides site management platform, and website development and management systems
• An MLIS or advanced degree/s in Japanese Studies helpful

 <Work environment>
NCC is a small nonprofit (501-C-3) headquartered with the Executive Director (currently in Massachusetts where it is also listed as a public charity).  Salary will be based on experience and reviewed by the NCC Chair and the NCC Executive Committee.

The ED must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently outside of a structured office environment, maintaining regular communications via teleconferencing and social media with a global network of colleagues and collaborators, and working on flexible and on-call schedule. The position is defined as half time but may require periods of long-hours especially during the CEAL/AAS Annual Meetings week.

The position officially begins July 1, 2017, but may start earlier with a transitional period working with the outgoing Executive Director.

Please submit your applications to edjobsearch@nccjapan.net. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references.

If you have any questions, please contact us at edjobsearch@nccjapan.net.

NCC Executive Director

<Background>
The North American Coordinating Council on Japanese Library Resources (NCC) works as an intermediary among faculty, librarians, funders, professional organizations, and other international collaborators to provide research and teaching resources relating to Japan, most of which are freely available online. NCC also serves as an advocate for the field of Japanese Studies and sponsors workshops in support of the field.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director include: fund raising, public and donor relations, events planning, and the management of day-to-day activities of NCC in telecommunication with the NCC Chair, Council Members, and, when necessary, a broad range of constituents including librarians, scholars in the field of Japanese studies, students, funders, and counterparts in Japan, Europe, and wherever Japanese studies in taught. 

<Required Qualifications>

• A Bachelor of Arts in Japanese studies (discipline open) or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with academic libraries and the field of Japanese studies in North America
• Experience with fundraising
• Native fluency in English with demonstrated writing and editing skills
• Strong Japanese language ability (speaking and reading)
• Computer literacy (word processing, data, social media, & image management)
• US citizenship or a Green Card (visa sponsorship not available)
• Ability to travel domestically in the US, Japan and elsewhere

<Preferred Skills>

• Experience in educational/nonprofit administration; conference/ special event management
• Ability to organize and motivate a largely volunteer workforce
• Familiarity with QuickBooks bookkeeping systems, the LibGuides site management platform, and website development and management systems
• An MLIS or advanced degree/s in Japanese Studies helpful

<Work environment>
NCC is a small nonprofit (501-C-3) headquartered with the Executive Director (currently in Massachusetts where it is also listed as a public charity).  Salary will be based on experience and reviewed by the NCC Chair and the NCC Executive Committee.

The ED must be self-motivated and comfortable working independently outside of a structured office environment, maintaining regular communications via teleconferencing and social media with a global network of colleagues and collaborators, and working on flexible and on-call schedule. The position is defined as half time but may require periods of long-hours especially during the CEAL/AAS Annual Meetings week.

The position officially begins July 1, 2017, but may start earlier with a transitional period working with the outgoing Executive Director. 

Please submit your applications to edjobsearch@nccjapan.net. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references.

If you have any questions, please contact edjobsearch@nccjapan.net.

Japan Foundation, Toronto: Librarian

Application Deadline: 12-midnight, Sunday, December 11th 2016
Start Date: Monday, March 20th 2017

The Japan Foundation is an organization promoting cultural exchange between Japan and other countries in order to advance international mutual understanding. The Japan Foundation, Toronto is one of 24 overseas offices, offering programs grouped under three main areas: Japanese Language Education, Japanese Studies and Intellectual Exchange, and Arts and Cultural Exchange.

The public lending library has approximately 20,000 Japan related print and audio visual materials in its collection. This job posting is for a full-time Librarian position. The Librarian is responsible for the administration of a public lending library's day-to-day operations including circulation, reference services, acquisitions and reporting on library-related matters to the Directors of the Japan Foundation, Toronto and Headquarters in Tokyo.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing library operations including supervision of the library’s support staff
• Managing of annual budget for library resources, supplies and facilities
• Establishing, executing and maintaining library policies and procedures under the direction of the Directors
• Planning and organizing the various library programs and events within or in collaboration with other cultural organizations
• Acquisition of library materials and collection development
• Providing circulation and reference service at the circulation counter
• Checking cataloguing process and maintaining accurate bibliographic information
• Maintaining library’s procedural manual
• Overseeing the local integrated library computer system
• Dealing with vendors for library equipment and supplies
• Overseeing development and maintenance of the library pages of the Japan Foundation, Toronto’s website
• Maintaining and developing a network of Japanese Studies librarians across Canada, the USA and the Japan Foundation libraries in Japan and overseas offices
• Reporting information including library statistics to Headquarters
• Coordinating and supporting other divisions: Arts & Culture, Japanese Studies and Intellectual Exchange, and Japanese Language Education programs 
• Other tasks as required by the Directors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MLS degree with ALA accreditation or BA with Library Technician’s diploma
• Minimum of 2 years of working experience as a librarian
• Must be fluent in spoken and written Japanese and English
• Knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, OCLC and MARC format and cataloguing of Japanese materials 
• Wide knowledge of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture, art, literature, history and book publishing
• Familiarity with computer integrated library systems
• Proficiency in MS office with both English and Japanese word processing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills together with ability to work as a team

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Library Management experience
• Strong knowledge of website management and social media
• Degree in Japanese Studies
• Knowledge of French language 
• Legal status to work in Canada
• Please note that the work schedule for this position will involve evenings and/or weekends.

EMPLOYER INFORMATION
The Japan Foundation established a Toronto Office in November 1990, and its status was upgraded to that of a Cultural Centre in April 1995. To accommodate the expanded operations, a facility was established in the Colonnade at 131 Bloor Street West. As of September 1, 2015, the Japan Foundation, Toronto moved to 2 Bloor Street East at the intersection of Yonge and Bloor. The Japan Foundation, Toronto comprises a library, a seminar room and an event hall, which functions as an exhibition space or auditorium. Events, such as art exhibitions, film screenings and lectures, are presented year round. The Japan Foundation, Toronto activities cover not only activities held in our centre but those inside Toronto and all across Canada. A large portion of The Japan Foundation, Toronto activities also involve the administration of its grant programs. For more information, visit our website: www.jftor.org

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and three references to jmantell@jftor.org by 12-midnight, December 11th 2016. Please quote “Librarian” in the subject heading of your email. We thank all applicants for their kind interest. However, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Harvard University: Japan Digital Scholarship Librarian

Duties & Responsibilities
The Japan Digital Research Center (JDRC) of the Fung Library at Harvard University seeks an innovative and collaborative information professional to serve as its Japan Digital Scholarship Librarian. This position is best suited for an individual with a strong interest in a range of activities in digital scholarship, including building new digital collections, developing services in support of research, teaching, learning, and managing digital projects, including collaborations with faculty and University library staff. The Librarian will engage with other units and libraries across the University and elsewhere to identify innovative and evolving digital tools and resources that advance scholarly investigation, while building upon the traditional cornerstones of research methodologies in the arts/humanities and social sciences disciplines. 

Collection and Project Management:

•     Builds and manages a distinctive, interdisciplinary, responsive digital research collection in  Japanese Studies in support of academic and teaching programs and to promote current services and collections.
•     Manages existing digital/web collections involving the projects on Japan’s Constitutional Revision and on the 2011 Japan Disasters and its aftermath, working closely with faculty, technology support, staff, and other partners to maintain and develop these resources for research, teaching, and outreach.
•     Provides proactive Japanese Studies research and curricular/instructional support to faculty, and partners with faculty and other library staff on digital scholarship projects at all stages including planning, proposal, design, development, maintenance, and preservation.
•     Identifies and evaluates current and emerging digital and born-digital resources, tools, and methodologies in Japanese Studies.
•     Experience and ability to speak to a range of library issues, including scholarly communication, copyright issues, digitalization, online tools and integration of information literacy skills. Remains current with advances in information technology’s impact on libraries and digital scholarship. Actively contributes to the profession.
•     Prepares and manages JDRC budget in close consultation with the Reischauer Institute administrative leadership.

Instruction and Outreach:

•     Maintains strong familiarity with academic and scholarly research practices.
•     Actively engages, communicates effectively, and develops strong working relationships with faculty, students, librarians, and other groups and partners throughout the University.
•     Seeks partnerships and works closely with faculty, departments, libraries and others to identify current and emerging scholarly projects for which digital tools and methodologies are appropriate and develops strategies focused on production and curation needs.
•     Prepares presentations, papers, and articles on the JDRC and its resources. Participates in meetings, workshops, symposia, and other related outreach activities.
•     Develops innovative ways to promote the JDRC. Works closely and collaboratively with Japanese Studies librarians on campus and elsewhere to develop and organize instructional workshops and orientation on digital resources.
•     Actively engages with and in the professional development of the East Asian library field.

Operations and Administration:

•     Participates with library units in the development of infrastructure and standards to support/preserve digital collections and scholarship.
•     Recommends priorities, policies, procedures for the identification, creation, conversion, preservation and storage of digital content.
•     Advises on library policy issues raised by digital resources such as copyright policy, intellectual freedom issues, fair use, e-privacy concerns, or censorship of Internet content.
•     Prepares serial collection for patron library use and circulation while exploring opportunities to acquire open online access to these resources.

Basic Qualifications    

•     An ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library Information Science (MLIS) and/or advanced degree in relevant subject area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
•     Knowledge of Japanese Language.
•     Demonstrated knowledge of Japan and Japanese Studies.
•     Background in, knowledge of, and a record of achievement with digital scholarship and services, and experience with library technology, reference, instruction, and outreach services.
•     Demonstrated experience in project management.
•     Demonstrated knowledge of digital library standards for digitalization and metadata creation across all standard formats (text, images, moving images, audio, video, maps) and metadata domains (descriptive, technical, administrative).

Additional Qualifications    

•     Bilingual or near-bilingual fluency in English and Japanese strongly preferred.
•     Broad knowledge of current and emerging digital resources in Japanese Studies both in English and Japanese
•     Demonstrated problem-solving and workflow-analysis skills, as well as aptitude for complex, analytical work with attention to detail and organization. Strong understanding of research methods.
•     Experience with digital arts/humanities and social sciences research tools and approaches (e.g. harvest crawls, text mining, data visualization, image analysis).
•     Experience with system administration and web servers. Experience developing and troubleshooting applications using scripting, programming and database languages.
•     Experience with one or more digital asset management (DAM) systems
•     Knowledge and demonstrated experience working with library XML standards
•     Self-directed and collaborative. Goal-oriented. Demonstrates ability to lead and promote change.
•     Commitment to providing high-quality patron service within a flexible and continually evolving academic library environment.

 For more information, http://bit.ly/2cjzoYo

USC: Japanese Studies Librarian

Japanese Studies Librarian (#315-1)

University of Southern California

Requisition ID: P0017534701

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The University of Southern California (USC) Libraries seek an innovative librarian to build and promote a strong Japanese collection to support teaching and research at USC. The successful candidate will join the East Asian Library to support faculty and students from all departments and schools engaged in the use of Chinese, Japanese and Korean language materials.
The Japanese Studies Librarian is responsible for developing, cataloging and managing the Japanese collection, serving as a Japanese studies liaison to faculty and students and for assisting patrons in using these library resources.

 

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, USC has a large number of international students and offers extensive opportunities for internships and study abroad. With a strong tradition of integrating liberal and professional education, USC fosters a vibrant culture of public service and encourages students to cross academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge. For more information, visit www.usc.edu.

 

EAST ASIAN STUDIES CENTER

East Asian Studies in Southern California date from 1911, when USC opened a department of Oriental Studies and Comparative Literature. The East Asian Studies Center (EASC) was established in 1975 by the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences to provide dedicated leadership, coordination, and support for the growing interdisciplinary education, research activity, and community outreach concerning East Asia. For almost forty years, EASC has been recognized as one of the nation’s leading centers for the development of East Asian area studies. USC is among a small group of elite colleges and universities to be designated a National Resource Center for East Asian studies by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, see: http://dornsife.usc.edu/eascenter/

USC LIBRARIES

The USC Libraries actively support the discovery, creation, and preservation of knowledge. We develop collections and services that support and encourage the academic endeavors of faculty, students, and staff; build a community of critical consumers of information; and help develop engaged world citizens. Through these means, we contribute to the continued success of the University of Southern California. The USC Libraries includes the Doheny Memorial Library and fourteen specialized libraries with an operating budget of approximately $41 million. Library collections encompass over 4.2 million volumes, 5.9 million microforms, 3.1 million images, 49,300 linear feet of manuscripts and archives, with access to over 113,800 serials in print and electronic formats, over 1,650 datasets, and nearly 724,000 e-books. For more information, visit www.usc.edu/libraries.

 

EAST ASIAN LIBRARY

The East Asian Library directly supports the research and teaching of the East Asian faculty and students at USC and includes in its collections Chinese, Japanese and Korean-language materials in all fields, but
with an emphasis on social sciences and humanities. The Library’s location on the first floor of Doheny Memorial Library supports a broader mission of promoting the integration of East Asian perspectives into the learning and experience of the university community as a whole. For more information, see: http://www.usc.edu/libraries/locations/east_asian/

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Japanese Studies Librarian reports to the Head of the East Asian Library. The Librarian sets and implements goals and priorities for the Japanese Collection which includes Japanese language materials related to Japan in multidisciplinary research fields as well as some Western language humanities and social science materials related to Japan.
The Librarian is responsible for serving as the Japanese studies liaison for faculty and students. She/he actively collaborates with efforts to advance Japanese studies on campus and beyond and participates in efforts to secure and manage supplemental funding and other resources from grants and donations.

The Librarian works with the Technical Services staff on the technical processing of Japanese materials. She/he directly consults with Japanese vendors, book dealers, and government/ institutional bodies in Japan to acquire research materials and information. She/he develops and maintains user tools such as finding aids and research guides to aid and enhance access to the USC Japanese collection and other information resources. The Librarian provides in-person and virtual reference assistance to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and the general public to access and use all available Japanese collection and information resources. She/he provides research consultation and instruction services for the USC faculty and students related to Japanese studies. She/he serves at the reference desks in Doheny Library and Special Collections to provide general reference services and to help library users with archival resources. She/he will be required to work some evenings and weekends.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program or non-U.S. equivalent is typically required for a librarian appointment at USC. In addition, candidates must provide examples of:
• Written and verbal fluency in Japanese and English.
• Knowledge of current professional library trends, especially those relating to reference, instructional services, and collection development to serve a diverse population of users on and off-campus
• A minimum of two years of experience as a Japanese specialist in an academic or research library, including reference, instruction, and collection development responsibilities or demonstrated equivalent.

Desirable qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a Japanese studies discipline
• Knowledge of Japanese librarianship
• Familiarity with the Japanese book trade, publishers and vendors
• Knowledge of basic cataloging principles and their application to original cataloging
• Experience applying for and/or administering grants
• Project management
• Knowledge of the application of current information retrieval, digital humanities, scholarly communications and other technologies applied to library services.

 

FACULTY APPOINTMENT RANK/SALARY

Assistant University Librarian: Continuing Appointment track rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time appointment.
Librarians at USC have faculty status. Appointment to the continuing appointment track requires the potential to meet the University’s requirements for the granting of continuing appointment, which is based on demonstrated excellent performance and the expectation of continued excellence and growth in professional expertise. For more information on Guidelines on Criteria and Qualifications for the Appointment, Promotion and Continuing Appointment of Librarians on the Continuing Appointment Track, see:
https://libraries.usc.edu/sites/default/files/promotion_guidelines_document.pdf

 

BENEFITS

This position is full-time on a 12-month contract. Benefits include a choice of retirement programs, 22 paid vacation days per year, university holidays, a choice of medical and dental plans, and tuition assistance for the faculty member, his or her eligible spouse and dependent children, tuition exchange for eligible faculty children, life insurance and various other benefits, see: http://www.usc.edu/dept/Benefits/emp-ft.html

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications must be submitted via USC’s online faculty application website:
http://jobs.usc.edu/postings/40280

As part of the application, candidates must upload (site to be inserted) one document file (Word or PDF) that contains the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (including telephone and e-mail address), and 3) a list of at least three references that includes the name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address for each referee.

Closing date for applications: August 31, 2016

For more information about this position, contact Kenneth Klein, Chair of the Search Committee, at kklein@usc.edu. USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The University particularly encourages members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Library of Congress: Library Technician (Japan)

Library of Congress Job Posting: Library Technician (Processing Technician) GS-1411-05

For full posting, please visit
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/443091800
Library Technician (Processing Technician) (Vacancy #: 160179)
GS-1411-05 — Library Services (Asian Division) — $35,265.00 - $45,844.00
Opening Date: Jun 28, 2016
Closing Date: Jul 20, 2016

Overview

Summary

This position is located in the Collections Services Section, Asian Division, Collections and Services Directorate, Library Services.

The Asian Division provides services to members of Congress and their staff, librarians, scholars, government agencies, academic institutions, the press, publishers, profit and non-profit organizations, and the general public.
The incumbent provides support services in the Asian Division by following established procedures, guidelines, and standards of the Division and utilizing knowledge of the Division's collections, subject and/or language areas.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding both English and Japanese languages is required in order to maintain and process library materials.
The Japanese language is required in order to identify bibliographic elements of the collections, check in serials and maintain the collections.
The incumbent of this position will work a limited flextime work schedule and may be required to work until the reading room closes at 5:00pm. The incumbent of this position may also be required to work a variable schedule to ensure adequate coverage during the hours of the reading room operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: 

The incumbent of this position will have some physical exertion such as standing for extended periods of time, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling book carts, tubs, wire carts and lifting and carrying moderately heavy items such as oversized books. Incumbent may need to push wire carts up and down an incline for more than 100 feet on a recurring basis. A physical examination is required every two (2) years to perform the work of the position. After an offer of employment has been made and before commencement of duties, the selectee MUST be physically qualified by the Library’s Health Services Office.

Duties

The incumbent provides support services to all of the custodial collections in the Asian Division by following established procedures, guidelines, and standards of the Division and utilizing knowledge of the Division's collections, subject and/or language areas. The incumbent's duties include: assisting readers in the use of library resources by locating and obtaining materials from the custodial collections; receiving, sorting, and shelving a variety of materials; preparing materials for use/storage; maintaining records and compiling monthly statistical reports for all areas of work. Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding both English and Japanese languages.

Serves at the reference desk in the Asian Division reading room, accepting call slips from readers and giving guidance. Reviews call slips for accuracy and completion. Assists library clientele by showing patrons how to find items using the public online catalog, electronic databases and other finding aids.

Applies judgment in retrieving materials. Receives call slips indicating call number, author, title, volume, etc., of materials requested by readers or staff.

Performs interlibrary loan functions by searching guides and shelves for material going out on loan. Examines condition of material returned and re-shelves material appropriately.

Maintains the Asian Division collections. Identifies and removes items suspected of containing errors in labeling and/or cataloging and forwards items for appropriate correction. Continually shelf-reads in assigned areas to ensure that each item is in proper shelf-list order.

Supports preservation and maintenance functions for the collections. Prepares materials for digital conversion, microfilming or binding. Performs basic repairs to collection materials, placing materials in alkaline file folders, manuscript boxes and protective enclosures with proper labeling.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.

Ability to read, write, and understand both English and Japanese languages in order to maintain and process library materials.**

Knowledge of library processes and procedures.**

Ability to use computerized search tools, web-based tools and databases.

Ability to plan work and meet deadlines.

Ability to provide customer service.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

For full posting, please visit
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/443091800

JF JPN Language Institute, Urawa: Librarian

Dear all,
The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa has opened a job posting for a librarian.
For a detail description and an application form, please see the following site (in Japanese only):
http://www.jpf.go.jp/j/about/recruit/nc_160108.html
Best regards,
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Junko Kurita, Chief Librarian,
Japan Foundation Library
4-4-1, Yotsuya, Shinjukuk-ku, Tokyo 160-0004

Phone; 81-3-5369-6086
FAX: 80-3-5369-6048
e-mail: Junko_Kurita@jpf.go.jp
website: http://www.jpf.go.jp/e/about/jfic/lib/index.html


Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/JFICLibrary
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UCLA: Japanese Cataloger/Acquisitions

The UCLA Library is currently recruiting for the following position and is actively seeking nominations and applications.

Working Title (Payroll Title): Japanese Cataloger/Acquisitions (Library Assistant IV)
Department: East Asian Library
Requisition #: 21573
Application Deadline: 04/02/15 
Position Status: Career
              
The complete posting, which includes the position description, complete qualifications and application procedures, is available on both the UCLA Career Opportunities Website at: https://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu and on the UCLA Library Employment and HR Website, at: http://www.library.ucla.edu/about/employment-human-resources

If you would like to nominate someone for this position, please contact Araceli Bermudez, bermudez@library.ucla.edu.

Backstage Library Works: cataloger

Backstage Library Works is in search of catalogers who may be available for work on a contract basis for CJK cataloging projects. Work can be done from home and pay is negotiable.

Minimum requirements:
•    Native or fluency in Chinese, Japanese and/or Korean
•    Knowledge of both RDA and AACR2 cataloging for monographs/serials
•    Knowledge of LC classification
•    Familiarity with OCLC Connexion Client

Please send inquiries to:
Nicole Arbuckle
VP of Metadata Services
narbuckle@bslw.com

University of Southern California: Japanese Studies Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY
The University of Southern California (USC) Libraries seek an innovative librarian to build and promote a strong Japanese collection to support teaching and research at USC. The successful candidate will join the East Asian Library to support faculty and students from all departments and schools engaged in the use of Chinese, Japanese and Korean language materials.
Reporting to the Head of the East Asian Library, the Japanese Studies Librarian is responsible for developing, cataloging and managing the Japanese collection, and for assisting patrons in using these library resources.

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
The University of Southern California is one of the world's leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, USC enrolls more international students than any other U.S. university and offers extensive opportunities for internships and study abroad. With a strong tradition of integrating liberal and professional education, USC fosters a vibrant culture of public service and encourages students to cross academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge. For more information, visit http://www.usc.edu .

USC LIBRARIES
The USC Libraries actively support the discovery, creation, and preservation of knowledge. We develop collections and services that support and encourage the academic endeavors of faculty, students, and staff; build a community of critical consumers of information; and help develop engaged world citizens. Through these means, we contribute to the continued success of the University of Southern California. The USC Libraries includes the Doheny Memorial Library and fourteen specialized libraries with an operating budget of approximately $41 million. Library collections encompass over 4.2 million volumes, 5.9 million microforms, 3.1 million images, 49,300 linear feet of manuscripts and archives, with access to over 113,800 serials in print and electronic formats, over 1,650 datasets, and nearly 724,000 e-books. For more information, visit www.usc.edu/libraries.

EAST ASIAN LIBRARY
The East Asian Library directly supports the research and teaching of the East Asian faculty and students at USC and includes in its collections Chinese, Japanese and Korean-language materials in all fields, but with an emphasis on social sciences and humanities. The Library’s location on the first floor of Doheny Memorial Library supports a broader mission of promoting the integration of East Asian perspectives into the learning and experience of the university community as a whole. For more information, see: http://www.usc.edu/libraries/locations/east_asian/

EAST ASIAN STUDIES CENTER
East Asian Studies in Southern California date from 1911, when USC opened a department of Oriental Studies and Comparative Literature. The East Asian Studies Center (EASC) was established in 1975 by the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences to provide dedicated leadership, coordination, and support for the growing interdisciplinary education, research activity, and community outreach concerning East Asia. For almost forty years, EASC has been recognized as one of the nation’s leading centers for the development of East Asian area studies. USC is among a small group of elite colleges and universities to be designated a National Resource Center for East Asian studies by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, see: http://dornsife.usc.edu/eascenter/

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
The Japanese Studies Librarian reports to the Head of the East Asian Library. The librarian oversees the collection of Japanese language materials related to Japan in multidisciplinary research fields. She/he is responsible for developing and organizing the Japanese collection in all formats in support of the research and teaching of the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. Managing the acquisitions funds, she/he selects titles to build a substantial collection capable of supporting graduate-level research of the USC faculty and students in Japanese studies. She/he actively collaborates with efforts to supplement funding with support from grants and donations.
The librarian works with the Technical Services staff on the technical processing of Japanese materials. She/he directly consults with Japanese vendors, book dealers, and government/ institutional bodies in Japan to acquire research materials and information. She/he develops and maintains user tools such as finding aids and research guides to aid and enhance access to the USC Japanese collection and other information resources. The librarian provides in-person and virtual reference assistance to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and the general public to access and use all available Japanese collection and information resources. She/he provides research consultation and instruction services for the USC faculty and students related to Japanese studies. She/he serves at the Doheny Library’s reference desk to provide general reference services. She/he will be required to work evenings and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program or non-U.S. equivalent is typically required for a librarian appointment at USC. In addition, candidates must provide examples of:

• A strong command of the Japanese language, both written and spoken
• Knowledge of current professional trends, especially those relating to reference, instructional services, and collection development to serve a diverse population of users on and off-campus
• Effective English oral and written communication skills
• At least two years’ experience as a Japanese specialist in an academic or research library, including reference, instruction, and collection development responsibilities.
  Desirable qualifications:
• Advanced degree in a Japanese studies discipline
• Knowledge of Japanese librarianship
• Familiarity with the Japanese book trade and vendors
• Experience in cataloging, including knowledge of AACR2, LCC, LCSH, OCLC/MARC tagging and RDA cataloging standards
• Experience applying for and/or administering grants
• Knowledge of the application of current information retrieval and other technologies to library services
• Experience with web-authoring software

FACULTY APPOINTMENT RANK/SALARY
Assistant University Librarian: Continuing Appointment track rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time appointment.
This is a continuing appointment track position. Librarians at USC have faculty status. Appointment to the continuing appointment track requires the potential to meet the University’s requirements for the granting of continuing appointment, which is based on demonstrated excellent performance and the expectation of continued excellence and growth in professional expertise. For more information on Guidelines on Criteria and Qualifications for the Appointment, Promotion and Continuing Appointment of Librarians on the Continuing Appointment Track, see: http://www.usc.edu/libraries/about/faculty/documents/Criteria_document07152008.pdf

BENEFITS
This position is full-time on a 12-month contract. Benefits include a choice of retirement programs, 22 paid vacation days per year, university holidays, a choice of medical and dental plans, and tuition assistance for the faculty member, his or her eligible spouse and dependent children, tuition exchange for eligible faculty children, life insurance and various other benefits, see:
http://www.usc.edu/dept/Benefits/emp-ft.html

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
As part of the application, candidates must upload one document file (Word or PDF) that contains the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae (including telephone and e-mail address), and 3) a list of at least three references that includes the name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address for each referee.
Applications must be submitted via USC’s online faculty application website. To apply for this position:
http://jobs.usc.edu/postings/40280
Closing date for applications: March 30, 2015
For more information about this position, contact Kenneth Klein, Chair of the Search Committee, at kklein@usc.edu.
USC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, are encouraged to apply.

UC Berkeley: Japanese Cataloging Librarian

Japanese Cataloging Librarian
C.V. Starr East Asian Library
University of California, Berkeley

Hiring Range: Assistant Librarian–Librarian
$49,010–$75,215 per annum, based on qualifications
This is a full-time appointment available starting June 1, 2015

The Environment

The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and teaching facility at one of the nation’s premier public universities. In a highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of 25,500 undergraduate students, 10,300 graduate students, and 2,000 faculty. The Library comprises 20 campus libraries, including the Doe/Moffitt Libraries, the Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library, and subject specialty libraries. With a collection of more than 11 million volumes and a collections budget of over $15 million, the Library offers extensive collections in all formats and robust services to connect users with those collections and build their related research skills.

The C. V. Starr East Asian Library (EAL) of the University of California, Berkeley houses one of the largest research collections of print and electronic books and periodicals, manuscripts, rare editions, and graphics in the East Asian languages outside of Asia. Its comprehensive holdings encompass over 1 million print volumes, over 800,000 e-books and electronic journals, over 80,000 microfilms and media items, and over 3,000 current print serial titles. Languages represented include Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and to a lesser extent, Tibetan, Manchu, and Mongolian. The East Asian Library supports teaching and research on East Asia, serving the campus community and a substantial number of off-campus users.

The East Asian Library’s Technical Services unit processes Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language materials for the East Asian Library, all other libraries within the University Library system, and affiliated libraries on campus. It employs nine career staff in addition to temporary and student employees. Its operations include original and copy cataloging, serials processing, and the cataloging of digital resources using appropriate metadata schema to facilitate access to digital collections.

Responsibilities:

The Japanese Cataloging Librarian reports to the Head of the East Asian Library’s Technical Services unit. S/he performs original cataloging of books, serials, manuscripts, audio-visual materials, e-resources, microfilm, maps, and other library materials in the Japanese language. All original cataloging is performed in compliance with national and local standards such as MARC21, RDA, AACR2r, LCSH, LCCS, and other appropriate cataloging and metadata standards as well as emerging technological solutions such as linked data. Records are given full MARC tagging by the cataloger, who is also responsible for contributing and maintaining authority records for Berkeley’s integrated library system and NACO. In addition, the Japanese Cataloging Librarian prepares in- house training materials and advises cataloging staff on cataloging-related issues, participates in the formulation of general cataloging policy and system design, and conducts special cataloging projects relating to Japanese materials. Occasionally, the Japanese Cataloging Librarian provides reference services on questions related to the use of the catalogs and other finding tools.

In addition to cataloging responsibilities, the incumbent will represent the Library in regional, national, and international cooperative programs concerning technical processing. The successful candidate should stay abreast of national trends and new developments in cataloging, with an emphasis on Japanese resources, and network with other library professionals within the Berkeley Library system as well as outside the University. The incumbent will also perform other related duties as assigned.

UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance, and work effectively in a shared decision-making environment. Librarian advancement is partially based upon professional contributions beyond the primary assignment; the successful candidate will show evidence or promise of such contributions to the Library, campus, UC System, and profession.

Minimum Basic Qualifications at time of application

• MLS from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent degree
• Expert knowledge of written and spoken Japanese, including classical Japanese
• Substantial knowledge of MARC21, RDA, AACR2r, LCSH, LCCS
• Familiarity with the modified Hepburn system of romanization

Additional Required Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Japanese history and culture
• A strong commitment to excellence in service and a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a complex, changing environment
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, initiative, and flexibility

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of library applications of computer technology and electronic information resources
• Original cataloging experience using a bibliographic utility such as OCLC Connexion and a local library system
• Familiarity with authority standards and guidelines
• An additional advanced degree in an appropriate subject area or knowledge of East Asian studies as an academic discipline

The UC Berkeley Library is committed to supporting and encouraging a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.

UC professional librarians are academic appointees and are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council-American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the bargaining unit.

Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional development leave, vacation leave, sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits.

DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by April 6, 2015.

Submit applications online at https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00674. Applications must include a cover letter detailing a statement of qualifications, curriculum vitae noting degrees and relevant work experience, and the names and contact information of three references who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s qualifications for this position.

Send inquiries to:

Susan E. Wong
Director, Library Human Resources
Library Human Resources Department
110 Doe Library
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720–6000
librec@library.berkeley.edu

University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa: Librarian for Okinawan Studies

Librarian II or Librarian III - Okinawan Studies
Position Number: 0070282
Closing Date: Continuous until filled - application review begins March 2, 2015
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
11 Month, Full Time, Permanent, Tenure Track
Available July 1, 2015, pending position clearance

Duties and Responsibilities

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented librarian to join a team of library and information professionals. Under the general direction of the Head of the Asia Department, the Librarian for Okinawan Studies will work collaboratively to lead in collection development and management of all materials in all formats related to Okinawan studies, provide research assistance, and library instruction. In addition, the librarian will liaise with the Center for Okinawan Studies (COS) and the Center for Japanese Studies (CJS) to initiate national and international resource sharing collaborations, international symposia, rare materials preservation, restoration and digitization, web site development, and fundraising and outreach with the Okinawan community.

• Provide professional reference service at the Asia Collection reference desk as scheduled and respond to questions and requests for information and research assistance from faculty, students, and the general public.
• Frequently provide in-depth personal consultation to researchers and students who require it.
• Work collegially with the other area studies librarians in the Asia Collection, actively engage in departmental affairs, and participate in library-wide activities.
• Offer specialized library instruction to students in Asian Studies and Okinawan Studies and participate with others in meeting the broader instruction needs of the library in a variety of modalities (i.e. face-to-face, virtual, online, etc.) to promote strong critical thinking skills.
• Work in cooperation with other Asia Collection librarians and the teaching faculty to develop tailored instruction programs and prepare specialized guides to print and online resources to aid in instruction.
• Collection development including and not limited to examining newly published material in all formats related to Okinawa in humanities and social science subject areas and deciding which publication to purchase or make available for the library. Knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of the collection and teaching and research interests at the University of Hawai‘i are essential to performing this task.
• Provide consultation and assistance to technical services with processing materials from and about Okinawa.
• Work with Okinawan/Japanese publishers and maintain knowledge about Okinawan/Japanese publishing trends.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, donors, and the general community.
• Participate at the national and international level with other area specialists and in consortia.
• Travel for professional development and acquisition purposes.
• Keep abreast of recent developments in information technology.
• Should be competent in web page development and maintenance, and knowledgeable about digitization and its application in libraries.
• Maintain a productive attitude and enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment.

Librarian II Minimum Qualifications:

• ALA accredited MLS or equivalent.
• Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills in Japanese and English.

Librarian III Minimum Qualifications

• ALA accredited MLS or equivalent.
• Three years of appropriate professional experience.
• Twenty-four post baccalaureate credits of academic study.
• Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills in Japanese and English.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated creativity in program or project development.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues related to area-focused collections in an academic library.
• Knowledge of publishing and book trade.
• Knowledge in the provision of reference, collection development and management, and instruction for an area in an academic library.
• Knowledge of issues and trends in information technology for academic libraries.
• Knowledge of library acquisition and technical processing.
• Evidence of participation in international, national, or regional professional associations.
• Understanding of preparing and managing budgets.
• Demonstrated experience in creating or designing web pages and/or digital collections related to Asia, Area Studies, Japan or Okinawa.

To Apply:
Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, names, contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references, resume and transcripts of graduate degrees (copies acceptable; however, originals will be required upon hire) to Personnel Officer. Interviewees will be expected to make a presentation to library faculty and staff as part of the screening process. Review of applications will begin on March 2, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.

Address to: Personnel Officer
University of Hawai'i at Manoa Library
2550 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, HI 96822
Inquiries: 808-956-7207

Ohio State University: Japanese Studies Librarian

The Ohio State University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Japanese Studies Librarian to join a substantial, responsive and high impact area studies program which strongly supports research and teaching at the University.   The Japanese Studies collection is relevant and distinctive, reflecting the prominence of the University’s East Asian Studies Center, the Institute for Japanese Studies and the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (DEALL).  The Japanese Studies Librarian is a critical partner for these dynamic programs and leads the Libraries’ engagement and collection building in these areas to advance discovery and learning in a globalized, information-rich environment. The Japanese Studies Librarian is responsible for outreach activities, collection development, and research services that cultivate relationships and enhance teaching, learning, and research in the East Asian Studies Center, the Institute for Japanese Studies and DEALL.  The Japanese Studies Librarian also builds partnerships to participate in shared practices that connect the Libraries’ learning environment, expertise, resources, and services with constituent needs.

Responsibilities:
•    Actively engages and communicates effectively with faculty, students, and staff in assigned areas, developing strong working relationships and serving as liaison to the East Asian Studies Center (a pioneering U.S. Department of Education National Resource Center), to the Institute for Japanese Studies, to faculty in DEALL and to a variety of other programs with interest in Japanese Studies.
•    Engages with faculty, students and other scholars to provide proactive Japanese Studies research support and innovative instruction in collaboration with the Libraries’ Teaching and Learning, Research Services and Digital Content Services departments.
•    Builds and manages a distinctive, interdisciplinary, responsive research collection in Japanese and related East Asian areas in support of distinguished academic and teaching programs and promotes current services and collections. Assesses user needs to develop and maintain relevant, high-quality services and collections.
•    Be knowledgeable about and be able speak to a range of library issues, including scholarly communication, copyright issues, digital initiatives, the development of new online tools, and the integration of information literacy skills into the curriculum. 
•    Analyzes trends in East Asian Studies Center, the Institute for Japanese Studies and DEALL teaching and research programs, stay abreast of scholarship in the disciplines themselves, and use this knowledge to respond to departmental needs.
•    Actively develops regional, national and international partnerships and collaborations to advance the strategic directions of the Libraries, representing OSU in forums such as the Council on East Asian Libraries (CEAL) and the North American Coordinating Council on Japanese Library Resources (NCC).
•    Supports and engages in fundraising, grant writing, marketing and outreach that strengthen the Libraries’ programs, in partnership with Advancement, the East Asian Studies Center and DEALL.
•    Provides direct supervision of the East Asian Studies Program Assistant. In consultation with the Head of Area Studies and the Associate Director for Special Collections and Area Studies writes position descriptions, hires, assigns job responsibilities, coaches and mentors, conducts performance evaluations, and facilitates staff development and training opportunities.
•    Participates proactively on library-wide committees, task forces and teams. Seeks opportunities to engage with local community organizations to promote Japanese collections.
•    Collaborates with other subject, area studies and special collections librarians to develop interdisciplinary solutions to integrating distinctive intellectual content and services into the academic environment.
•    Contributes to developments in the field of area studies librarianship through active professional engagement and research, presenting and publishing in appropriate venues.

Required qualifications: 
•    Accredited MLS or a PhD obtained by time of appointment required. 
•    Solid command of the history and major trends in research and scholarly publishing in East Asian Studies, especially Japanese Studies and the history of Japan, including digital resources, and with vendors able to supply appropriate materials from a variety of sources
•    Excellent language skills in Japanese
•    Excellent communication skills in English


Preferred qualifications: 
•    Experience as a Japanese or East Asian Studies librarian, or a comparable combination of academic and professional experience
•    Demonstrated ability to work effectively and creatively in a collaborative and complex environment
•    Evidence of both professional initiative and flexibility
•    Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse population
•    Experience in developing and delivering innovative instruction and research support services
•    Experience in using bibliographic utilities and databases to search non-Roman scripts
•    Ability to identify and work with materials in other languages relevant to East Asian Studies, such as Korean or Chinese.

About the OSU Libraries Area Studies Program:
The OSU Libraries has built strong and deep area studies collections in association with the programs of OSU’s distinguished Title VI Area Studies Centers and related departments of language, literature and culture.  As Ohio State aspires to be a globalized academic institution committed to responsible international engagement and its Office of International Affairs aims to “foster excellence in the study of languages, the history of arts and cultures and their societies, and international security,” Area Studies librarians partner to advance knowledge building in today’s dynamic and diverse global information environment. 

About The Ohio State University:
Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a world-class public research university and the leading comprehensive teaching and research institution in the state of Ohio. With more than 63,000 students (including 56,000 in Columbus), the Wexner Medical Center, 14 colleges, 80 centers and 175 majors, the university offers its students tremendous breadth and depth of opportunity in the liberal arts, the sciences, and the professions.

The Ohio State University Libraries contribute to the University’s eminence as dynamic partners and campus leaders in advancing inquiry and discovery for OSU, the state of Ohio and for an ever expanding community of world scholars. Additional information about The Ohio State University Libraries is available at http://library.osu.edu.

Rank/Salary:
The position is a full-time, permanent, 12-month tenure-track faculty appointment and reports to the Head of Area Studies. Salary and faculty rank are dependent on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:
The University offers competitive benefits in the form of 22 days’ vacation, 15 days’ sick leave, 10 holidays, hospitalization, major medical, surgical-medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance at 2.5 times one’s annual salary. State and alternative retirement choices are also available. For a summary of benefits, see: http://hr.osu.edu/hrpubs/ben/fs-bensummaryreg.pdf.

Application:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by January 5, 2015. Please send cover letter, CV, references, and salary history and requirements to Kelly Rose at rose.900@osu.edu. Please include Japanese Studies Librarian in the subject field.

Contact Information: Kelly Rose, Human Resources, 1858 Neil Avenue Mall, Columbus, OH 43210, 614-292-5917

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

University of Tsukuba: Assistant Professor in e-Science

The University of Tsukuba in Japan has an opening for an "Assistant Professor in e-Science". It is a 5-year term position, with the possibility of an extension.

The faculty seeks applicants, who are capable of conducting research and education of e-Science with expertise in any of the following areas:
(1) e-Scientific research process;
(2) science technology policy regarding to open access and open data;
(3) research data management, data curation and training functions in research library;
(4) developing e-Science infrastructure such as data repository, electronic laboratory notes, and data analyzing tools.

Close date: 16th Nov 2014

More information can be found:
http://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/update/jobs/pdf/h26bosyu_toshokanescience_fa.pdf

Please send your informal inquiry to tosimori@slis.tsukuba.ac.jp

UC San Diego: Korean and Japanese Studies Librarian

The UC San Diego Library is committed to supporting academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.

The University and the Library
UC San Diego is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through excellence in education and research at the undergraduate, graduate, professional school and postdoctoral levels.  With more than 30,000 students, UC San Diego has been recognized as one of the top 10 public universities in the nation by US News & World Report, as the 14th best university in the world by the Center for World-Class Universities at Shanghai Jiao Tong, and is ranked 5th among top universities in the nation in total R&D expenditures.  In 2013, for the fourth consecutive year, UC San Diego was ranked 1st in the nation by the Washington Monthly’s College Guide based on the positive impact the university has had on the country in terms of enabling social mobility, research productivity and civic engagement.  The UC San Diego Library plays a critical role in advancing and supporting the university's research, teaching, patient care, and public service missions.
UC San Diego offers a variety of humanities and social sciences courses in Korean and Japanese Studies as well as a major in Japanese Studies. The School of International Relations and Pacific Studies (IR/PS) offers advanced degrees with regional specializations including Korea and Japan; it is the only professional school of international relations in the United States that focuses on the Pacific region of Asia and the Americas, and was recently ranked as a top-10 graduate program by "Foreign Policy" magazine. The Korean and Japanese Studies communities also include affiliated research units such as the Center on Emerging and Pacific Economies; Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation; Korea-Pacific Program; Laboratory on International Law and Regulation; and the Policy Design and Evaluation Lab.
The Division of Arts & Humanities’ growing Program in Transnational Korean Studies is the recent recipient of a five-year (2013-18) grant from the Academy of Korean Studies as a Core University Program for Korean Studies, which will enable the program to offer a number of new courses and research internships. This will offer potential opportunities for course-integrated instruction and for liaison with faculty and students. The Library acquires significant amounts of history and social science material on Korea and Japan, especially pertaining to international relations, economics, politics, and modern and contemporary history, popular culture and society, and selects fairly broadly (in English, Korean and Japanese) in the anthropology, sociology, visual arts, music and literature of Korea and Japan.

Responsibilities of the Position
The UC San Diego Library seeks a subject librarian for Korean and Japanese Studies to develop and implement liaison services to the students and faculty working in these areas in the Division of Arts & Humanities and the School of International Relations and Pacific Studies (IR/PS). The Korean and Japanese Studies Librarian will also be responsible for collection development for Korean and Japanese Studies in Korean, Japanese, and English languages.
The position will report to the Director of the Library’s Academic Liaison Program, with additional assigned responsibilities in the Collection Development & Management Program. The incumbent will:
•    Actively engage with faculty and students in the Program in Transnational Korean Studies and the Japanese Studies Program within the Division of Arts & Humanities and the Korean and Japanese regional specializations at the School of International Relations and Pacific Studies.
•    Develop strategies to learn about and understand information needs of academic departments and programs, and to build partnerships with research and teaching faculty.
•    Serve as the primary contact for research and educational needs in Korean and Japanese studies; and develop and promote services and resources to enhance the research, teaching, and learning mission of UC San Diego.
•    Build and sustain strong and consistent communication channels between the Library; the Korean and Japanese Studies programs in both Arts & Humanities and IR/PS; affiliated programs and research units; and other departments and programs as assigned.
•    Communicate effectively with colleagues, students and faculty to integrate information literacy within Korean and Japanese Studies programs.
•    Design and deliver curriculum-integrated instruction and other learning activities in a variety of formats for Korean and Japanese Studies faculty and students.
•    Develop and promote online subject guides and other information resources for assigned subject areas.
•    Develop and maintain collections in Korean, Japanese, and English-language materials for Korean and Japanese Studies. 
•    Collaborate with librarians and staff in Content Acquisitions and Metadata Services regarding acquisitions, vendor selection, approval plans, and cataloging of Korean and Japanese language resources.
•    Serve as the primary Korean and Japanese Studies specialist for research assistance.

Minimum Qualifications
•    Professional degree from a library school, or other appropriate degree or equivalent experience in one or more fields related to library services.
•    Academic work in a field of study that includes knowledge of the history, politics, economics, literatures and cultures of Korea and Japan.
•    Strong language skills in Korean and English, spoken and written.
•    Ability to provide research assistance and participate in course-integrated instruction in assigned subject areas.
•    Familiarity with electronic and scholarly resources for Korean and Japanese studies.
•    Ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
•    Ability to plan, document, and complete projects.
•    Excellent analytical, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment and with diverse groups.
•    Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Strong language skills in Japanese, spoken and written.
•    Experience in working with overseas and domestic vendors in support of the acquisitions of information resources.
•    Experience in developing working partnerships with academic units in a University setting.
Librarians at UC San Diego are academic appointees and entitled to appropriate professional leave and all other perquisites granted to non-faculty academic personnel. UC San Diego Librarians are expected to participate in library-wide and system-wide planning and governance and to be professionally active. Appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

Salary: Salary and level of appointment in the Librarian series commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on the University of California pay scales.

Closing Date:  Application consideration begins July 13, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

To Apply:  For full consideration, please submit applications to:
         https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF00559

Please provide the following:
•    A short application letter addressing your interest in leading this program and applicable qualifications
•    A resume of education and relevant experience
•    The names of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about your qualifications and/or suitability for this position
•    A personal statement summarizing your past or planned contributions to diversity; guidance for preparing diversity statements can be found at:
http://facultyequity.ucsd.edu/Faculty-Applicant-C2D-Info.asp

AA-EOE: UCSD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity.

Tsukuba University: Tenure Track Assistant Professor Position in Archival Science

Dear Colleagues:

I was asked to forward this job posting. Please forward to anyone who may be interested.

The deadline for applications is March 20, 2014 (Japan time).

http://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/english/update/pdf/h26jobopen_archive_re.pdf

NOTE! This job posting is not limited to those specialized in Archival Science. Applications from Japanese studies specialists, users of archival institutions, or manuscript researchers will also be accepted. Japanese citizens will be given priority.

Best regards,

Fabiano Takashi Rocha  |  Japan Studies Librarian
University of Toronto Libraries  | 130  St. George Street | Toronto ON  M5S 1A5
fabiano.rocha@utoronto.ca  | 416-978-2300

Hoover Institution Archives: East Asia Collections Project Archivist

Description
 (Two year Fixed-Term)

The Hoover Institution Archives is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic archivist with language skills in Chinese and/or Japanese to work on the arrangement and description of collections related to twentieth century East Asian history.  This position will be a full-time fixed-term appointment for a period of two years.

Duties and Responsibilities

•    Coordinate the arrangement, appraisal, and description of large, complex archival collections according to professional standards and current archival procedures. Analyze problems and recommend solutions, displaying a high degree of initiative, originality, and judgment in applying archival principles and procedures to complex and unique collections.
•    Participate in the formulation and implementation of project planning, management, and work flow; determine project goals and schedules; and survey archival holdings to identify materials in need of additional attention. Assist with the development of procedures and the establishment of work flows to address the backlog of unprocessed collections in Chinese and/or Japanese.
•    Search local and national databases for background information on individuals and archival materials in Chinese and/or Japanese. Prepare original collection description including abstracts, finding aids, metadata, EAD encoding, and other descriptive tools.
•    Conduct preservation assessments to determine appropriate preservation treatments and archival storage decisions, and provide high-level, in-depth reference and research assistance.
•    Provide high-level, in-depth reference and research assistance in multiple languages during daily shifts at the Archives public service desk and remotely by phone, email, or social media.
•    Collect and maintain statistics, reports, and other metrics to improve processing, preservation, and reference functions.

Qualifications

•    M.L.S. from an A.L.A.-accredited library school or M.A. with an archival concentration, archival management certificate, or related subject specialty, or equivalent degree
•    Reading and writing knowledge in English as well as Chinese and/or Japanese
•    Ability to read traditional Chinese characters
•    Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, acting with initiative, good judgment, and problem solving skills.
•    Established understanding of archival collections, principles of arrangement and description, and primary source research
•    Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to work in a team as well as independently
•    Advanced subject knowledge of the history of East Asia and a comprehensive understanding of the research use of primary sources
•    Strong project management skills with the ability to use considerable judgment and initiative
•    Demonstrated high level of productivity
•    Technical skills with databases, spreadsheets, office software and other applications
•    Experience using MARC format and Encoded Archival Description (EAD)
•    Ability to lift 40 pound boxes and push fully loaded book trucks

Job
: Library
Location
: Hoover Institution
Department URL: http://www.hoover.org
Schedule
: Full-time
Job Grade: 3P1

Thu Phương Lisa H. Nguyễn 阮秋芳
Hoover Institution Library and Archives | Stanford University
Email:  lisa.nguyen@stanford.edu  Phone: 650.723.2050
Web:  http://www.hoover.org/library-and-archives
Twitter: @hooverarchives

Australian National University：Information Access Coordinator

The Australian National University is seeking an Information Access Coordinator (Chinese/Japanese/Korean) to provide specialist services in a range of areas for research and student communities with a particular focus on Asia Pacific studies.

The advertisement is now available on the ANU web: http://jobs.anu.edu.au/PositionDetail.aspx?p=3795.  Closing date is 16 March 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