[LIBJOBS] Job Posting: Research Librarian for the Sciences and Engineering, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia

Research Librarian for the Sciences and Engineering
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY

The Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries invites applications and
nominations for the position of Research Librarian for the Sciences and
Engineering. VCU Libraries seeks an innovative, motivated individual to
create programs and services for VCU’s science and engineering community,
initiatives that will advance the research enterprise and foster a climate
of scholarly inquiry and student achievement. The successful candidate will
join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Assistant Head for Research Services, the Research Librarian
for the Sciences and Engineering will be designated Research and Instructional
Services’ liaison to VCU Life Sciences, the School of Engineering, and selected
departments in the College of Humanities and Sciences. The Librarian will teach
curriculum-integrated instructional sessions at all degree levels, collaborate
with teaching faculty to develop course content, and to create online learning
tools. The Librarian will be an active participant in the department’s growing
research consultation service, offering appointment-based, discipline-specific
research assistance to individuals and small groups. He or she will develop the
science and engineering reference collection in both print and digital formats.
The incumbent will work collaboratively with all members of the department as
well as colleagues at the Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences to shape
and promote overall library outreach, programs, and services. The Librarian will
provide point-of-need research assistance at the reference desk, including some
evenings and weekends. The Research Librarian for the Sciences and Engineering
is expected to be active professionally and to contribute to developments in the
field. Faculty with the VCU Libraries are evaluated, and promoted, on the basis
of job performance, scholarship, and professional development and service.

Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited graduate degree or an accredited graduate degree in
another appropriate discipline. Preferred: Academic preparation in the sciences
and/or engineering demonstrated through an undergraduate or graduate degree in a
discipline related to the assigned liaison responsibilities. Substantial public
services experience in an academic research library and familiarity with research
methods and tools in the sciences and engineering. Understanding of the research
behaviors of scientists and engineers, and an awareness of trends in the
dissemination of information in these disciplines. Knowledge of instructional
design and online learning trends. Experience with Web-authoring tools and
standards. Initiative and creativity. The ability to meet deadlines and manage
competing priorities under pressure. Excellent presentation and public speaking
skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and a preference
for group work. Strong service orientation. Excellent oral and written communication
skills. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment highly preferred.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, not less than $45,000 annually.
This is a full-time, non-tenured faculty position. Normal faculty benefits apply,
including 24 vacation days annually and choice of retirement and annuity plans.
For more information about benefits, see http://www.hr.vcu.edu/benefits/.

For more information about the VCU Libraries, please visit our home page at
http://www.library.vcu.edu/. Review of applications will begin September 19,
and will continue until the position is filled. By email, submit cover letter,
resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:

Pamela H. Fraga
Assistant to the University Librarian
VCU Libraries, Virginia Commonwealth University
901 Park Avenue
PO Box 842033
Richmond, VA 23284-2033
804-828-1107
804-828-0151 (fax)
phfraga@vcu.edu

Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.