Assistant Librarian, Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology
Princeton University Library
Princeton, New Jersey
Requisition # 0700037
The Princeton University Library, one of the world's most respected research
institutions, serves a diverse community of 6,600 students and 1,100 faculty
members with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and
2 million nonprint items. The holdings in its central library and 15
specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most
advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The Library employs a
dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support
personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More
information can be found at the Library's Web site:
http://libweb.princeton.edu <http://libweb.princeton.edu/>
Available: IMMEDIATELY
Description: Marquand Library of Art and Archaeology is one of the oldest
art libraries in America, and it has an international reputation as one of
the finest art libraries in the world. The collection contains over 300,000
volumes, 700 journals, plus microforms, electronic databases, sales
catalogs, and rare materials covering the history of art and architecture;
classical, medieval, Islamic, Far Eastern and pre-Columbian archaeology; and
artistic photography. The staff includes two librarians, seven support
staff, two part-time bibliographers, and many student assistants. In 2003,
Marquand library reopened in fully renovated space in McCormick Hall,
adjacent to the Art & Archaeology Department, the University Art Museum, and
the Index of Christian Art. The library serves faculty and students from all
academic departments on campus as well as many visiting scholars from the
U.S. and abroad.
Duties and Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Assistant
Librarian include providing reference services; developing and presenting
instruction sessions for undergraduate and graduate students; participating
as part of a collection development team to select and weed materials;
supervising the serials operation; and providing administrative assistance
to the Librarian. The Assistant Librarian will focus on developing new
models of reference and instruction services including web-based options.
The Assistant Librarian is also expected to participate in Library-wide task
forces and committees, as well as appropriate national art library related
associations.
Qualifications: Requires an ALA-accredited Master's degree in library
science or equivalent combination of education and professional experience,
plus a background in the humanities, preferably art or architecture, and a
minimum of two years successful professional experience in an academic
research library or arts organization. Candidates should be enthusiastic,
energetic, creative, and interested in working in a team-based environment.
Superior communication skills -- both oral and written -- are required. Must
have a proficiency in at least two European languages, preferably German and
Italian. Evidence of ability to create and maintain state-of-the-art web
pages is essential. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of the bibliographic
tools, including electronic resources, available for the use of researchers
in the humanities. A record of demonstrated experience with technology,
scanning, and digital projects is highly desirable, as is knowledge of the
current and antiquarian book trade worldwide. Preference will be given to
candidates with successful public service and bibliographic instruction
experience.
Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year,
plus eleven (11) 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 immediately
and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications
(cover letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of
three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website:
http://www.princeton.edu/jobs
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
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