Concordia University Libraries, Montreal, Québec, seeks applications
from service-minded and innovative individuals to fill appointments for:
3 Tenure-Track Librarians
Humanities - Information Literacy - Sciences
Concordia University is one of Canada’s most dynamic universities in one of North America’s most livable cities. It reflects a unique blend of commitments to diversity, accessibility, social responsibility, and innovation. With over 40,000 students (3,200 international) and nearly 1,800 full-time and part-time professors, Concordia is recognized for offering a rich academic experience combined with strong community engagement.
Concordia University Libraries serves this lively and engaged community from two campus libraries, the Georges Vanier Library at the Loyola Campus and the R. Howard Webster Library at the downtown campus. The Libraries are in the front rank of innovation, from 24/7 service, to e-reserves with media streaming, to information literacy learning for credit. Current projects for the renovation and re-purposing of all spaces, and for the development of a new vision of service, are carrying the Libraries to an exciting future. For more information about the services and operations of the Libraries, see http://library.concordia.ca/.
Tenured and tenure-track librarians provide leadership in developing the Libraries services and operations in support of the university’s strategic framework and academic plan.
The plan calls for a new vision of the Libraries’ academic role, including increased engagement of librarians in instruction of research competencies and information literacy, and in collaboration with faculty in research and creative activity.
Opportunities are provided to each librarian in a variety of areas in the form of annual assignments that recognize and build upon individual expertise and experience. Of the three positions currently open, two include discipline-focused roles (in the humanities and the sciences) while the other is focused on information literacy.
Responsibilities of librarians include research, publication and service to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. Librarians are members of the Concordia University Faculty Association.
Requirements
Graduate degree from a library school accredited by the American Library Association, or approved equivalent education and training acceptable for membership in the Corporation of Professional Librarians of Québec.
Professional experience in an academic library, or other relevant experience.
Demonstrated commitment and ability to apply creative ideas in the pursuit of institutional goals.
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
Ability to organize and conduct instructional activities.
Initiative and leadership, with willingness to share expertise, work in teams and negotiate solutions with diverse groups.
Familiarity with trends in practices and technologies for academic library services.
Aptitude for service oriented work, and ability to work with the public in a tactful manner.
Ability to manage projects, and to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
Interest in and capacity for conducting research.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to prepare and present written and oral reports.
Oral and written fluency in English. Oral fluency and basic written French are assets.
Salary and Benefits
Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. All appointments include a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.
Each appointment will commence at a date to be negotiated.
Application procedure
Interested candidates must supply a letter of interest (including citizenship information), curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers (e-mail addresses if available) of three professional references. Candidates may indicate their preference(s) for humanities, sciences or information literacy. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Candidates should apply in confidence to:
lib-admin@concordia.ca
or to:
Ms. Natalie Kaloust
Library Personnel Coordinator
Library Administration Office (LB-209)
Concordia University
1455 De Maisonneuve Boulevard West
Montreal, Quebec
H3G 1M8
Applications must be received by
no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 7, 2012
Concordia University is committed to employment equity
Natalie Kaloust
Library Personnel Coordinator
Concordia University Libraries (LB-209)
1455 De Maisonneuve Boulevard West
Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8
(514) 848-2424 Ext. 7694
Fax: (514) 848-2882
Natalie.Kaloust@concordia.ca
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