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Subject: [metadataLibrarians] Professional Opportunity - Metadata
Librarian at Medical Library, Yale University

Hi all,

FYI
Metadata Librarian
Cushing/Whitney Medical Library
Yale University
Rank: LII - LIII

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching 
and research at the University, has more than 12.5 million volumes 
housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and 22 school and 
departmental libraries. It employs a dynamic and innovative staff of 
nearly 600 FTE who have the opportunity to work with the highest 
caliber of faculty and students, serve on committees and participate 
in other areas of staff development. A full spectrum of library 
resources, from rare books and manuscripts to a rapidly expanding 
network of electronic resources, constitutes one of Yale's 
distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged in numerous digital 
initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly 
information. For additional information on the Yale University 
Library, please visit the Library's Web site at: 
<http://www.library.yale.edu/>http://www.library.yale.edu/.

THE MEDICAL LIBRARY
The Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library, with a 
collection of over 450,000 volumes, over 7,200 electronic journals 
and a wide range of state-of-the-art electronic services, serves the 
information needs of the Yale Schools of Medicine, Epidemiology & 
Public Health, and Nursing; the Yale-New Haven Hospital; and other 
affiliated institutions of the Yale-New Haven Medical Center. The 
Medical Library has migrated from print journals to mostly online 
journals. The Library staff work together as a team to provide 
responsive and effective support to meet the Medical Center's 
missions of research, education, patient care and service. There is a 
continuing effort to use technology to facilitate patron access to 
information from library, campus, or remote locations and to deliver 
education sessions in person and online. The Medical Library is 
committed to excellence and quality service.
The Medical Library contains a Historical Library with a large and 
unique collection of rare medical books, medical journals to 1920, 
pamphlets, prints, and photographs, as well as current works on the 
history of medicine. Digitization projects are underway to make these 
materials freely available on the Web.

THE POSITION
Under the general direction of the Head of Collection Development and 
Management, the Metadata Librarian leads metadata and cataloging 
production work for the Medical Library and represents the Medical 
Library in discussions pertaining to metadata, cataloging standards, 
and digital preservation at Yale. The Metadata Librarian represents 
the Medical Library on the Catalog Coordinating Council; works 
collaboratively with the Digital Collections Specialist and the 
Metadata Services Team at Sterling Memorial Library; and assists 
faculty at the School of Medicine with metadata schema. The Metadata 
Librarian chairs the Medical Digital Library Committee, acts as 
project manager for digitization projects, and coordinates the work 
of students and staff members involved in digital production, 
metadata creation, and data entry.

The Metadata Librarian creates descriptive and structural metadata 
across a wide range of materials (photographs, prints, rare books, 
databases, etc.) to support the Medical Library's digital library; 
develops work flows and procedures for the support of metadata 
creation; and keeps abreast of revisions in cataloging and digital 
library metadata standards and trends. The Metadata Librarian does 
original cataloging for books and other formats; supervises the copy 
cataloger and acts as the cataloging resource person for staff 
members of the Medical and Epidemiology & Public Health Libraries; 
and ensures that library staff are adhering to Yale cataloging
standards.

The Metadata Librarian participates in staffing the Information Desk 
and may engage in liaison work in selected Medical School departments 
and is expected to be professionally active.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited library science program. 2 
years professional cataloging experience, preferably in an academic 
or research library setting and professional accomplishments. Working 
knowledge of MARC, AACR2, Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, 
Library of Congress Classification and controlled vocabularies, and 
Library of Congress subject analysis. Familiarity with non-MARC 
metadata standards such as Dublin Core, VRA, and other metadata 
schema. Strong computer skills. Experience using OCLC and an 
integrated library system (Endeavors Voyager system is preferred) and 
network-based tools. Knowledge of current trends and best practices 
in cataloging and metadata services.

Ability to excel in a rapidly changing environment. Demonstrated 
ability to organize and coordinate work, handle multiple projects 
simultaneously, meet deadlines, and be an effective contributor to a 
production-oriented, project environment. Strong service orientation.

Preferred:
Supervisory experience, including hiring, training, evaluating, and 
supervising the work of staff and monitoring productivity and quality 
of work. Previous experience working on digital projects, especially 
in an academic or research library setting. Working knowledge of a 
modern Western European language. Experience with project management.

Appointment at Librarian III level requires a minimum of five years 
relevant professional library experience in areas of cataloging as 
well as professional accomplishments.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful 
candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package 
including 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; 
comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and 
relocation assistance. Applications will be accepted until the 
position is filled. Applications consisting of a cover letter, 
resume, and the names of three references should be mailed to: Diane 
Y. Turner, Associate University Librarian for Human Resources, Staff 
Training & Security; Yale University Library; P.O. Box 208240, New 
Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203) 432-1806. Submissions via email are also 
welcomed and can be sent as a Word attachment to [log in to unmask] 
Please be sure to include Source Codes LDTB15000.

Offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer


Matthew Beacom

Metadata Librarian
Yale University Library 

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