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STEM Librarian, University of Washington Libraries, Seattle, WA

Serving three campuses, the University of Washington Libraries is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in North America with collections exceeding 9 million volumes, over 500,000 electronic books, more than 120,000 currently received journal titles, as well as millions of scholarly resources in other formats. Beyond the strength of local collections and digital resources, the Libraries is recognized for its excellent service, innovative learning and research spaces, faculty partnerships, global reach, extensive assessment efforts and diverse award-winning staff. The Libraries plays a significant leadership role regionally as a member in the groundbreaking Orbis Cascade Alliance and throughout the profession as evidenced by the number of its staff selected for competitive leadership programs and honored by professional association lifetime achievement awards.

The Position

The University of Washington Libraries invites applications for a full-time STEM Librarian on the Seattle campus. This position reports to the Head, Engineering Library.  Successful candidates will have experience or a strong interest in the STEM fields, be comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment, enthusiastic and forward-thinking in their support of faculty and students, and in joining a highly engaged Sciences Liaison Team. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment.

Specific Responsibilities

  • The STEM Librarian serves as the liaison librarian to the Departments of Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science, and other science-related areas as assigned. 
  • Provides instructional and research consultation services to faculty and students, selects materials in all formats to support research and teaching, communicates regularly with faculty, and participates in departmental activities as appropriate. Creates tools to support research and curricular needs. 
  • Based in the Engineering Library, the STEM Librarian will hold office hours in the Mathematics Research Library, provide reference services at the Engineering Library, and participate in the Libraries-wide virtual reference service.
  • As a member of the Sciences Liaison Team, participates in regular meetings, contributes to shared goals, programming, and services, and collaborates with other liaison librarians on projects to enhance services to users.
  • Demonstrates sustained commitment to professional development and productive service in professional associations, and University Libraries committees and task forces, as appropriate.

Salary

$52,000 minimum. Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and background.

Rank

Position will be at rank of Assistant or Senior Assistant Librarian, depending on qualifications and background.

Benefits

Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the University of Washington Retirement Plan on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at the rate of 26 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. No state or local income tax. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree.
  • Knowledge of or strong interest in STEM fields.
  • Evidence of a focus on customer service and a passion for providing excellent reference, consultation, and instructional services to users.
  • Evidence of ability to work independently and with others in a demanding and rapidly changing environment where consultation, collaboration, and cooperation are valued and essential.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.
  • Evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.
  • Evidence of initiative and resourcefulness in academic or previous professional activities.

Preferred

  • Undergraduate or graduate major or minor in a science or math field, or substantial coursework in the sciences.
  • Experience in providing information literacy instruction or other instruction experience.
  • Public service experience in an academic library.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of scientific research and publication trends, and interest in scholarly communication and data management initiatives.

Application Instructions

To view the full description and apply, please visit the following link. 

The closing date for applications is 11:59pm EST on Friday, May 24, 2019. To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received in Interfolio by this time.

The following documents are required as part of your application for this vacancy:

  • Cover letter (addressed to Laura Lillard, Director, Libraries Human Resources)
  • Curriculum vitae or resume (include a telephone number, mailing address, email address and salary requirements)
  • List of three references who are knowledgeable of your qualifications for this position, one of which must be your current supervisor (please be sure to include their email contact information)
  • Equity Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Statement*

*UW Libraries Equity Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Statement Guidelines: Equity is a core value of the UW Libraries and an integral component of the Libraries 2018-2021 Strategic Plan. We aspire to become a truly inclusive and equitable organization. Please include an EDI statement of no more than 300 words that describes your potential to support and contribute to the Libraries’ commitment to providing equitable services and resources to all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.