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________________________________ From: O'Bryant, Janice [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 12:15 PM Subject: Science Librarian Opening Science Librarian Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, Baylor University is the oldest university in Texas and the world's largest Baptist University. Baylor's mission is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor is actively recruiting new faculty with a strong commitment to the classroom and an equally strong commitment to discovering new knowledge as Baylor aspires to become a top tier research university while reaffirming and strengthening its distinctive Christian mission as described in Baylor 2012 <http://www.baylor.edu/vision> . Baylor University Libraries is seeking a librarian who has an enthusiasm for working with students and collaborating with faculty, a facility with technology and its application in an academic context, and a demonstrated interest in the sciences. TRACKING ID#: FOO2360 POSITION: Science Librarian RESPONSIBILITIES: The Science Librarian provides general and specialized research assistance and curriculum-integrated information literacy programs for the sciences, computer science, engineering and related disciplines; participates in collection development and liaison activities for assigned academic units, developing strong partnerships with faculty in those units; analyzes trends in the research programs and curricula of assigned units, keeps current with trends in the literature and scholarship of the disciplines themselves, and uses this knowledge to build and manage the Libraries' collections in assigned disciplines; promotes new modes of scholarly communication and solicits Baylor's scholarly output for inclusion in the institutional repository; contributes to the development of online learning resources and tools; maintains and develops subject Web pages; supports and enhances faculty use of course management software; represents Baylor at regional and national conferences and meetings; meets University expectations for scholarship and service; and serves on Library and University committees as appointed or elected. QUALIFICATIONS: ALA accredited Master's degree in library science required or equivalent combination of education and professional experience; knowledge in one or more of the following areas: science, computer science, engineering, and mathematics, plus competency to serve clients in all scientific fields; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and library clients in a service-oriented, research intensive environment; effectiveness in preparing and conveying information in a variety of learning environments; familiarity with the concepts, goals, and methods of information literacy; facility with technology and its application in academic contexts; and demonstrated creativity, initiative and self-direction. RANK AND SALARY: Assistant or Associate Librarian. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning June 1, 2008 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, all materials must be submitted by July 1, 2008. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application will include the following materials submitted to the address below: 1) letter of interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) and the names professional references, including name, address and e-mail address: Ms. Sinai Wood, Search Committee Chair Baylor University One Bear Place #97148 Waco, Texas 76798-7148 Materials may be submitted electronically to: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Baylor is a Baptist university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.