University of Minnesota Libraries

The University of Minnesota Libraries seek an innovative, analytic, service-oriented professional who has both subject knowledge in the sciences and digital expertise to join a staff of seven librarians in the Science & Engineering Library (http://sciweb.lib.umn.edu).  Interdisciplinary and collaborative research and learning figure prominently in the institution’s priorities and are a focus of this position. The library supports the research, knowledge management, instructional and life-long learning needs of undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff in the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, geology, physics), history of science & technology, and engineering (computing, aerospace, biomedical, civil, electrical, mechanical). 

 

The successful candidate will work with library colleagues to provide a full range of services, with an emphasis on forging new relationships with designated departments and creating new initiatives that respond to trends in scientific research in those departments.  Areas of focus will include exploring with faculty new models of scholarly communication; collaborating with faculty and library colleagues, including the Digital Library Development Lab, to create innovative tools for managing the interdisciplinary research process; developing and managing collections; providing reference services; and developing curriculum-integrated information literacy programs

 

The University of Minnesota (http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/ ) is located in the center of the beautiful Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for their cultural amenities, such as the Guthrie Theater and Walker Art Center, and for their extensive park and recreational systems.

 

This is a full-time, 12-month, continuous-appointment track, academic/professional position with probationary appointment at Assistant Librarian. The Libraries offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits and substantial moving allowance.