Librarian, Marquand Library of Art and Archaeology
Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
The Princeton University Library comprises a large central library and 15
specialized libraries that are heavily used by an academic community that
includes 6,400 students and 1,100 faculty members. To support the diverse
needs of its users, the Library holds some 6,500,000 printed volumes,
ranging from incunabula to current imprints, and provides access to many
other records of human knowledge, such as ancient papyri and cylinder seals,
nineteenth-century literary manuscripts, and recently produced electronic
databases and journals. The Library employs more than 300 professional and
support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce.
Please consult the Library Web site at http://library.princeton.edu/ for
more information.
Description: The Princeton University Library seeks an energetic and
forward-looking librarian to direct its Marquand Library of Art and
Archaeology. The Marquand Library is located in McCormick Hall in newly
renovated and expanded quarters immediately adjacent to the Department of
Art and Archaeology and the Princeton University Art Museum. The library is
staffed by one other professional, 5 members of the support staff, and
roughly 15 FTE in student help. The library's collections, numbering more
than 350,000 volumes and substantial digital offerings, are regarded as some
of the finest in the world; the library maintains its own rare book
collection.
The librarian oversees all aspects of Marquand's daily operations and plans
for the future growth of its collections and services. The Librarian is
expected to maintain close relationships with Princeton's distinguished
Department of Art and Archaeology, while at the same time addressing the
needs of other departments and programs with interdisciplinary interests
that require use of Marquand's magnificent collections. The Librarian also
collaborates with Princeton librarians in setting priorities and launching
new library-wide initiatives, such as digitization and instructional
outreach.
Qualifications:
Required: MLS from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent combination
of education and professional library experience. At least five years of
professional experience in a library with a strong art history collection.
Working knowledge of at least two foreign languages. Demonstrated
successful leadership and planning ability. Experience with developing
print and digital collections and managing a collections budget. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to set priorities and to
work independently. Demonstrated success reaching out to and working
collaboratively with all levels of users and staff. Ability to work
effectively in a rapidly changing environment.
Strongly Preferred: Graduate work in art history, archaeology, or a related
field.
Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four vacation days a year, plus
eleven paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA/CREF), group life insurance,
health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are
available.
Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin on September
1, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and
applications (resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of
three references) should be sent as an MS Word attachment via email to:
<mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] or by fax to
609-258-0454.
Submissions via regular mail are also welcomed and can be sent to:
Search Committee for Art Librarian, c/o Jasmin Kotwal, Human Resources
Specialist, Princeton University Library, One Washington Road, Princeton,
New Jersey 08544-2098
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
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