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Life and Allied Health Sciences Librarian -- University of Akron -- Ohio
Life and Allied Health Sciences Librarian
The University of Akron Libraries is seeking an innovative, flexible
individual with a strong service orientation to fill a 12-month,
tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, in its
Science and Technology (S&T) Library.DUTIES: The Life and Allied Health
Sciences Librarian provides general reference assistance approximately 10
hours per week, including some evening and/or weekend hours. The incumbent
partners with the College of Nursing in instructional design and with
learning groups. Working with this college and the departments of Biology,
Biomedical Engineering, Allied Health Technology, and related disciplines,
the librarian provides in-depth reference service and oversees collection
development in these areas. The faculty member also conducts library
instruction sessions and participates fully in the University Libraries'
information literacy efforts, which include teaching a course for credit.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Head of the S&T
Library, and is a functioning member of the University Libraries
Faculty.QUALIFICATIONSRequired:* ALA accredited MLS or equivalent *
Familiarity with science and technology literature in print and electronic
formats * Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills *
Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills * Ability to work
flexibly and collegially * Commitment to scholarship, service, and ongoing
professional development needed to meet the University Libraries' tenure
requirements.Preferred: * BA or BS in one of the life or health sciences,
or academic or special library experience with same * Demonstrated
knowledge of specialized life and health sciences resources in various
formats * Reference and/or instruction experience.UNIVERSITY AND
COMMUNITY: The University of Akron is the third largest state assisted
university in Ohio. UA's 10 academic colleges offer 24,000 students more
than 300 undergraduate and master's degree programs and options, 17
doctoral degree programs, and 4 law degree programs. Located in a
metropolitan area of 500,000 people 30 miles south of Cleveland, The
University of Akron (www.uakron.edu) has the advantages of city life and
combines them with the area's exceptional natural resources.
APPOINTMENT/SALARY/BENEFITS: This is a 12-month tenure-track position with
full faculty status and responsibilities. Salary begins at $40,000.
Included is a generous benefits package including 22 days of vacation,
health and retirement plans, professional development support, and
tuition/fee reduction for immediate family. A collective bargaining
agreement is in place, and membership in Akron-AAUP or payment of an
annual fee is required.Send cover letter, full curriculum vitae, and
names, addresses and e-mail addresses of three professional references to
Cheryl Kern-Simirenko, Dean of University Libraries, Bierce Library, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-1701. Review of applications will
begin June 15, 2007. The University of Akron is committed to a policy of
equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action
in accordance with state and federal laws.
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