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Subject Librarian for Anthropology, Geography and Planning, and Communication

The University at Albany Libraries seek an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, creative librarian...

The University at Albany Libraries seek an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, creative librarian to serve as the Subject Librarian for Anthropology, Geography and Planning, and Communication. Other subject responsibilities may be assigned contingent on the successful candidate's qualifications and institutional needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Serves as the subject liaison to the assigned departments and provides outreach and support for faculty and students
  • Evaluates, maintains and develops library collections and manages subject acquisitions budgets
  • Participates in divisional projects and initiatives
  • Provides subject-related instruction and teaches workshops on digital research tools and resources
  • Provides in-depth research consultation services for faculty and students in the assigned subject areas
  • Collaborates with colleagues responsible for related disciplines to provide coverage for interdisciplinary subjects
  • Creates and maintains subject websites and research guides
  • Provides general reference services during assigned hours, including some evenings and weekends
  • Research, publication, and service to the Libraries, University and profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing appointment (tenure) and promotion.
  • This position reports to the Director of Collections.

Academic rank: Assistant Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian (rank will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications)

For qualification requirements and application instructions, please go tohttp://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=74616

Application deadline (extended): October 5, 2016

The University at Albany is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.

Job posting P16-43669

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