Emory University Libraries invites applications for an
E-Resources Librarian position. It is an exciting time to
work in
the libraries at Emory. With a recently completed new
strategic
plan fueling a number of new initiatives, the library
aspires to
be a model research library that fosters courageous inquiry
through the integration of print, digital and multi-media
resources. For more information please see
http://web.library.emory.edu/about/
publications/Five_Year_Strategy_2007.html.
*Key Responsibilities: *The E- Resources Librarian has
responsibility in a rapidly changing environment with new
systems
on the horizon for acquiring, licensing and making
accessible
electronic resources in support of the library's mission and
aligned with the university's research and education program
to
include:
* Acquiring and licensing electronic resources,
including electronic
journals, databases and electronic books;
* Serving a lead role in license agreement
negotiations,
coordinating the work of electronic resources staff
and others
engaged in negotiating licenses and monitoring to
assure best
practices and quality control;
* Serving a lead role in providing public access to
electronic
journals through support and maintenance of link
resolver
software, SFX, and a university-wide electronic
journals database;
providing support and maintenance of administrative
data for
electronic journals in a university-wide database and
through
migration to a new electronic resource management
system;
* Participating in the shared work of responding to
user inquiries
relating to access to electronic resources.
* Representing the library in national, regional and
campus
organizations and initiatives.
*Qualifications: *The successful candidate will have solid
experience negotiating and monitoring licensing agreements
for
electronic resources, experience with link resolver
software, and
familiarity with electronic resource management systems. He
/she
will be knowledgeable of trends in electronic publishing,
issues
relating to electronic resources and scholarly
communication, and
will have proven ability to work with vendors and
publishers.
Effective interpersonal skills and oral and written
communication
skills are essential along with an ability to make
contributions
in a rapidly changing environment. An ALA-accredited MLS or
equivalent advanced degree in library or information science
is
required as well as experience in an academic or large
public
library. Demonstrated record of professional involvement and
contribution is expected.
*Salary and Benefits*: Salary and rank based on
qualifications
and experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including
tuition
benefits. Several retirement plan options, including
TIAA/CREF.
Generous support for moving expenses.
*Application*: Send letter of application, resume, and the
names,
addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:
Dianne M.
Smith, Library Human Resources Officer, Robert W. Woodruff
Library, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322-2870.
Applications
may be faxed to 404/727-0805 or e-mailed via Kerri Davis at
kerri.davis emory.edu <mailto:kerri.davisemory.edu> .
Application review begins June 2007 and continues until the
position is successfully filled.
*Environment*: One of the nation's leading research
universities,
Emory excels in scholarly production of faculty, strength of
new
faculty and administrative appointments, volume of sponsored
research, academic achievement of entering students, racial
and
gender diversity of the faculty and students, endowment
support,
and national reputation of both the university and
healthcare.
The Libraries of Emory University include the General
Libraries
and Libraries for health sciences, law, theology, business
and
Oxford College. Holdings of the Emory Libraries total
approximately 2.7 million volumes and 15,000 linear feet of
manuscripts and archives. The libraries offer access to
thousands
of electronic information resources. The Woodruff Library's
Center for Library and Information Resources provides an
integrated service environment that brings together
technology
and media specialists with librarians in a facility that
includes
an information commons, electronic classrooms, a distance
learning classroom, the Center for Interactive Teaching, a
state-of-the-art language lab and classrooms, the high-tech
Goizueta Business Library, the new Heilbrun Music and Media
Library, the Electronic Services Data Center, group study
rooms,
and comfortable study space with data connections as well as
wireless access throughout the building. The Emory Libraries
are
members of the Association of Research Libraries, OCLC, the
Research Libraries Group, the Center for Research Libraries,
the
Coalition for Networked Information, and the Digital Library
Federation (for more information about the libraries visit
http://web.library.emory
.edu <http://web.library.
emory.edu/>).
/Emory// University// is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action
Employer and encourages women and minority candidates./
--
Lola A. Halpin
Interim Division Leader for Technical Services
Woodruff General Libraries
Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322
Phone: 404-727-1132
Fax: 404-727-0053
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