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THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO LIBRARY
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Bibliographer for Art

The University of Chicago Library seeks applicants for the position of
Bibliographer for Art.  This position is responsible for developing and
maintaining the collections (about 75,000 volumes) in the subject area of
art and architecture.  Selects material in all relevant media related to
Western art and architectural history and criticism, post-classical to
contemporary.  Also selects some materials in non-vernacular languages for
East Asian archaeology and art and architectural history.  Responsible for
providing specialist bibliographic and reference assistance for faculty and
graduate students in the Department of Art History and the Committee on the
Visual Arts as well as  undergraduates in the College.  Reference duties
will also include ten hours per week in the Reference and Information
Services Department of Regenstein Library. Participates in the development
of electronic multi-media resources and services in the Library and on
campus, including providing specialist support in visual resource
development and delivery.  This position reports to the Assistant Director
for Collection Development and Public Services for Humanities and Social
Sciences.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Education:  Advanced degree in art history or
closely-related subject field, and library degree from accredited library
school.  Experience: Prior collection development experience highly
desirable; reference experience and knowledge of electronic information
systems, including database searching, microcomputer applications, and
Internet source development desirable. Skills:  Candidates must be able to
work effectively with faculty, students, and staff and possess excellent
oral, written, and interpersonal  communications skills.  Reading fluency in
one or more Western languages is required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:  Appointment salary will be based on qualifications and
experienceBenefits include a contributory retirement plan, health and life
insurance,  paid time off including vacation, University holidays, personal
holidays, and sick leave.  There is a tuition benefit plan for college-age
and younger children. APPLICATION PROCESS:  Letter of application should
include curriculum vitae and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of
three references.  Review of applications will begin upon receipt and
continue until the position is filled.  Please submit application to: Denise
Weintraub, Personnel Office, The University of Chicago Library, JRL 124,
1100 East 57th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60637. For additional information
about the Library:  http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/LibInfo/  and
http://humanities.uchicago.edu/humanities/.
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer.