1. [sla-csap] FW: [archives] Summer Internship -- Princeton University --
Mudd Manuscript Library
2. [sla-csap] FW: [archives] Position announcement: Director of University
Archives & Special Collections, Brandeis University
3. [sla-csap] FW: [archives] Student and New Professionals Scholarships
Subject: [archives] Summer Internship -- Princeton University -- Mudd
Manuscript Library
Summer/Fall 2011 Fellowship Available
Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library - Princeton University Library
The Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, a unit of Princeton University
Library's Department of Rare Books and Special Collections, is pleased
to offer the John Foster and Janet Avery Dulles Archival Fellowship
for graduate students. This fellowship is designed to provide a summer
or fall semester work experience for a graduate student interested in
pursuing an archival career. The fellow will undertake an arrangement
and description project, take part in reference operations, and
participate in other library activities. Funds for this fellowship are
provided by a bequest from Janet Avery Dulles.
The Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library is a state-of-the-art
repository housing the Princeton University Archives and a
highly-regarded collection of twentieth-century public policy papers.
The 35,000 linear feet of archival and manuscript material in its
possession are widely used by local, national, and international
researchers. More than 2,000 visitors use Mudd Library's reading room
each year, and its staff field some 3,000 electronic, mail, and
telephone inquiries annually. A vigorous processing program, the
exploitation of new technologies, and an emphasis on public service
have ensured that Mudd Library's collections are ever more accessible
and usable.
More information about the library can be found at:
http://www.princeton.edu/mudd/ <http://www.princeton.edu/mudd/>
<http://www.princeton.edu/mudd/>
In addition, information about the program and past fellows can be
found at: http://www.princeton.edu/~mudd/news/fellowship.shtml .
<http://www.princeton.edu/%7Emudd/news/fellowship.shtml>
The 2011 Fellow will spend time arranging and describing a
collection from the Princeton University Archives or the library's
public policy papers collection. Following an orientation period, the
fellow will also provide reference assistance to researchers, either
in person, by phone, or in writing. In addition, the fellow will be
exposed to the administrative aspects of a manuscript library, and may
participate in other activities, including digitization and metadata
creation, and exhibitions.
A $550/week payment accompanies the ten to twelve-week
fellowship program, which may be started as early as May. In
addition, travel, registration, and hotel costs to the Society of
American Archivists' annual meeting in August will be reimbursed.
Requirements: Successful completion of at least twelve graduate
semester hours or equivalent applied toward an advanced degree in the
following fields: archival administration; library or information
studies; museum studies; American history; or American studies. At
least twelve undergraduate semester hours or equivalent in American
history preferred. Demonstrated interest in the archival profession.
Applicants must be detail-oriented, have good organizational and
communication skills, and be able to lift a 30-pound box.
The Library highly encourages applicants from under-represented
communities to apply.
Please note: University housing will not be available to the
successful candidate. Interested applicants should consider their
housing options carefully and may wish to consult the online campus
bulletin board at http://point.princeton.edu/tigertrade/public/ for
more information on this topic.
To apply: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of
transcripts of undergraduate and graduate work, and two letters of
recommendation to:
Dan Santamaria, Assistant University Archivist for Technical Services
Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library
65 Olden Street
Princeton, NJ 08540
Applications must be received by March 7, 2011. The successful
candidate will be notified in late March
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Subject: [archives] Position announcement: Director of University
Archives & Special Collections, Brandeis University
Brandeis University seeks candidates for Director of University Archives
& Special Collections (position ID 501195)
Examples of Key Responsibilities:
- Directs and manages the selection, acquisition, preservation, and
provision of access to University records of enduring value and to
special collections including manuscripts, rare books, and artifacts.
- Supports the University's curriculum and academic scholarship by
developing outreach and educational programs that integrate the use of
primary source material.
- Oversees four professional staff members of University Archives &
Special Collections.
- Contributes as senior staff to the administration and management of
the LTS division.
- Advises University departments on records management and disposition.
- Interacts with donors and coordinates requests for information from
the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and the Office of the
President, among others.
- Responsible for archival and special collections digital content,
including that in the Brandeis digital asset management system and
institutional repository.
- Develops strategies for and implements the digitization of selected
archival, manuscript, and special collections.
- Develops policies for archival and special collections content in the
Brandeis digital asset management system and institutional repository.
- Collaborates in the establishment of metadata and preservation best
practices and standards for digital objects.
- Manages the Archives and Special Collections budget.
- Applies for and administers grants supporting historical collections
and digitization projects.
- Reports to the Chief University Librarian.
Qualifications:
- ALA accredited MLS degree, with a concentration in Archives Management
strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 5-8 years of experience with archives and special
collections. Familiarity with college and university archives.
- Demonstrated leadership ability. Strong supervisory and project
management skills.
- Knowledge of special collections, manuscripts, and rare books field.
Knowledge of preservation methods and practices. Knowledge of records
management practices.
- Knowledge of copyright law, FERPA, and other laws and regulations
affecting access to and reproduction of University records and special
collections materials.
- Experience with archival database applications, web-based
technologies, digitization technologies and standards, and metadata
standards related to the storage, search, and discovery of digital
objects. Experience with exhibit development and design.
- Experience with donor relations
- Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.
How to apply:
Submit cover letter, resume, and a list of three references as a single
document at http://www.brandeis.edu/humanresources/jobs/external.html.
Elect option for "External Applicant". Sort the job listing by
clicking the Job ID column heading. Locate the desired job listing.
Click the job title and then Apply Now.
Brandeis University operates under an affirmative action plan and
encourages minorities, women, disabled individuals, and eligible
veterans to apply. It is the policy of the University not to
discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race,
ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic
information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or on the
basis of any other legally protected category
--
Lois J. Widmer, MSLS
Associate Director for E-Research
Library & Technology Services
Brandeis University
PO Box 549110 / MS 045
Waltham, MA 02454-9110
Phone: 781.736.4720
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Subject: [archives] Student and New Professionals Scholarships
The Society of Ohio Archivists is pleased to announce two scholarships
available to students and new archival professionals with 3 years or
less experience in the workplace.
The scholarship would consist of conference registration (including
lunch), SOA one year membership, and travel money ($75). Awardees would
be asked to write about their experience and have that published in the
Ohio Archivist.
Applications will be rated based on:
* Applicant's written statement of how the conference will benefit
them professionally
* Applicant's scholarship and contribution to archives, in
comparison with his/her number of years in the field or academic study
* Applicant's level of financial support for attending the
conference
Applications must be received either via mail or email to the address
below by March 15, 2011.
Please visit the Society of Ohio Archivists website for further
information. http://ohsweb.ohiohistory.org/soa
Christine Schmid Engels
Acting Archives Manager
Cincinnati Museum Center
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-287-7066
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