Posted January 3, 2019
2019/20 Kress Fellowship in Art Librarianship at Yale UniversityRobert B. Haas Family Arts LibraryYale University, New Haven, CT Fixed Duration Position: 10 months from date of hire; non-renewableExpected Start Date: July 1, 2019 Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is…
Posted January 3, 2019
Boston, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Locations Isaacson, Miller (IM), the largest executive search firm dedicated to serving the leadership recruitment needs of the higher education and civic sector, seeks a Research Specialist to identify talent and evaluate future leaders. The role requires keen intellect and fervent analysis to investigate deeply and efficiently. This position will serve a critical role in the search process, sourcing candidates online through in-depth research and conducting in-depth screening of public records information. This is a unique opportunity for a curious, motivated individual. Job Description The Research Specialist will be an intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and motivated individual with outstanding communication skills they will use to provide consistently excellent research support to search teams. This individual will be a collaborative team member and engaged learner. Key responsibilities include: Work as part of a team to lead research strategy discussions and provide targeted research. Support several search teams and searches simultaneously at various stages of the search, with research projects that include but are not limited to: Institutional and market research: Provide background on the institution or field Networking and candidate research: Build lists of names or organizations and research past searches and candidate pools using online databases and our internal database Oppositional candidate research: Research and organize oppositional research on candidates using news databases and Google Work with the Knowledge Management & Search Services staff across IM offices to collect and organize research for centralized accessibility of all research materials Participate in research team meetings and projects; coordinate workload with other Research Specialists and draw on each other’s help when they reach capacity. Key Qualifications Background: Bachelor’s degree with two to three years of translatable, professional experience; non-profit or higher education experience is a plus. Project management: Ability to prioritize and work on multiple tasks for multiple professionals simultaneously and independently, delivering high quality work within established timelines. Communication: Ability to listen well, and to write and speak clearly and concisely. Respond promptly. Proactively update search teams on project progress. Curiosity:…
Posted January 2, 2019
The DiMenna-Nyselius Library invites applications from results-oriented, flexible, self-motivated librarians who have an enthusiasm for digital scholarly initiatives and teaching, and the ability to collaborate with colleagues in a goal-oriented library team. This position will include occasional evening and weekend hours. Responsibilities: Provides leadership in the development, implementation, promotion, and assessment of digital scholarly…
Posted January 2, 2019
This 20–hour course will be taught by Dr. Susana Cabezas Fontanilla, from the Department of History and Anthropology of America, Sciences and Techniques and Medieval History (Universidad Complutense de Madrid). Date: January 21 – 25, 2019. Hours: 10:00am to 2:00pm every dayPlace: Seminar I, Tower II of Humanities Floor 13, Ciudad Universitaria, Mexico City Classroom course. Objective: Inquisitorial documentation is characterized by its…
Posted January 2, 2019
Under the general direction of the Manager of Education and Clinical Services, the Education and Clinical Services Librarian plays a central role in developing customized library services in support of the University of Massachusetts Medical School’s education, research, and clinical enterprise. The position collaborates with faculty, graduate students, academic units, and research center personnel to…
Posted December 31, 2018
Work in a busy, team-oriented MLN member library serving a diverse community with a collection of over 200,000 items. Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree and at least one year experience working with staff and public in a tactful and courteous manner. Excellent computer and problem solving skills along with an active interest in new technologies. Superior customer service…
Posted December 31, 2018
The Alaska State Library Internship Project will bring two interns who have recently or are near completion of their Master’s degree in Library or Information Science to work in an Alaskan public library for two months in the summer of 2019. The goal of the project is to provide assistance to public libraries in Alaska…
Posted December 31, 2018
Public Services and Engagement Librarian Open Rank Faculty University Library University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Position Available: The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. This is a 100% twelve-month, tenure-system appointment. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with…
Posted December 31, 2018
Ames Public Library seeks a librarian to join the Adult Services department. Position requires skills in reference, reader’s advisory, and collection development (especially in a digital environment), and demonstrated proficiency in current and emerging technologies. Duties include managing collections, providing customer service, planning and facilitating innovative library programs for adults, and engaging with community partners. …
Posted December 31, 2018
Positions: Part-Time Library Assistant 1 – Gladwyne Library Average of 29 hours per week: Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday: 4 – 8 p.m. Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday/Saturday Rotation: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Part-Time…
