Performing Arts & Humanities Librarian, University of Kansas Libraries, Lawrence, KS
Posted October 16, 2015
The University of Kansas Libraries seeks a knowledgeable, creative, and motivated individual for the position of Performing Arts and Humanities Librarian. This position requires a Master’s or advanced degree by the date of appointment to the position. Current masters’ level or advanced degree students who are nearing completion of their degree work are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be a member of the Content Development Department which is dedicated to the stewardship of the University of Kansas Libraries’ collections in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. Members of the Content Development team work collaboratively to strategize about directions in managing the development and review of the Libraries’ collections to support University initiatives. The incumbent will steward and build collections supporting the research and curricular needs of faculty, staff, and students in music, music therapy/education, dance, theater, film, and other assigned disciplines in the humanities and/or social sciences. Particular emphasis will be given to the collections in the Thomas Gorton Music and Dance Library and the University of Kansas Sound Archive. The successful candidate will be proactive in evaluating and promoting innovative approaches to developing collections across all disciplines. Reporting to the Head of Content Development in the Content and Access Services Division, the librarian will provide in-depth research consultations and advanced information literacy workshops in all disciplines supported.
This is an unclassified academic staff position. Rank considerations are based on professional performance, research, and service experience. For the job description, qualifications and application instructions, please visit https://employment.ku.edu/
Review of applications begins on November 1, 2015.
Contact information to applicants: Leah Nelson, [email protected]