Physical Sciences Librarian, Dartmouth College Library, Hanover, NH
Posted August 4, 2015
The Dartmouth College Library seeks a motivated, forward-looking information professional to join a collaborative team at the Kresge Physical Sciences Library, supporting faculty and students in the physical sciences, mathematics, and computer science. This person will help develop, sustain and promote effective and user-centered library programs, services and collections in one or more disciplinary areas, to support and advance research, teaching and learning at the College. This person will also play an active role in developing the Library’s education program, both in the sciences and across the College.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Head of Kresge Library, this person provides information, outreach, education, and collections services in a flexible and innovative environment, as liaison to one or more departments in the physical sciences, mathematics, or computer science. (Note: the current vacancy is in the subject areas of Mathematics and Computer Science; however, librarians with backgrounds in any area supported by Kresge Library are encouraged to apply.) Develops, manages, and assesses print and digital collections in liaison areas to support research and teaching. Provides a full spectrum of education and curricular support in areas related to finding, evaluating and using scientific information.
Reporting 25% to the Director of the Library’s Education & Outreach program, this person assists with program development for education initiatives both in the sciences and across the College.
QUALIFICATIONS: ALA/MLS; educational background in the physical or mathematical sciences, and experience in an academic or research environment preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; great follow-through; the ability to work effectively in teams and small groups; a strong commitment to public service and to outreach; demonstrated experience and enthusiasm in providing instructional services and promoting science information literacy; proficiency with core research resources in the sciences; familiarity with scientific research and publication trends; and interest in emerging technologies as they relate to research, teaching, and publishing.
RANK AND SALARY: The position is part of the Library Classification System of Professional Ranks. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Full benefits package including 22 vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; and relocation assistance.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Founded in 1769 and located in scenic Hanover, New Hampshire, Dartmouth is a private, four-year, coeducational undergraduate college with graduate schools of business, engineering and medicine and 16 graduate programs in the arts and sciences. Dartmouth’s mission is to educate the most promising students and to prepare them for a lifetime of learning and of responsible leadership, through a faculty dedicated to teaching and the creation of knowledge. At the heart of Dartmouth College is one of the oldest research libraries in the United States. Nine libraries, distributed across various academic centers, house the 3 million volume collection and provide access to a rich array of digital resources supported by a technically robust network environment. The Library’s mission is to foster intellectual growth and advance the teaching and research missions of the College by supporting excellence and innovation in education and research, managing and delivering scholarly content, and partnering in the development and dissemination of new scholarship.
APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin August 24th, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. To see the complete job description and to apply online please go to https://searchjobs.dartmouth.
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans or any other legally protected group.