JOB TITLE: RESEARCH & CONTENT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL MUSEUM of QATAR (NMoQ)
The Qatar Museums Authority (http://www.qma.com.qa) unites and focuses the efforts of all museums in the State of Qatar for the acquisition, preservation, and interpretation of collections and monuments held in trust for the Qatari people, and shared with the world at large. The Qatar Museums Authority provides the leadership and accountability necessary for the development of a strong and growing system of 21st century national museums, and an effective system for protecting, preserving and interpreting historic sites and monuments.
The new National Museum of Qatar (MoQ), currently under development, will represent the history, heritage, and culture of Qatar, enhancing understanding through exhibitions, education, cultural site visits, and technology-based programming for the nation, the region and the world. The institutional vision is realized by:
-Presenting the highest quality visitor experiences through exhibitions and programs.
-Collecting, preserving and conserving the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of Qatar.
-Enabling and supporting collections-based and other research topics of importance, to broaden the scope and knowledge of Qatar’s cultural heritage.
-Developing and offering educational programming, publications, films, and online learning opportunities that engage visitors and provoke further exploration and study in Qatar.
-Facilitating visitor travel to important cultural sites throughout Qatar while promoting sustainable cultural tourism.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to the Deputy Director for Curatorial and Collections Management, the Research and Content Development Coordinator (RCDC) is responsible for managing the flow of work and information related to the development of core exhibitions for the new National Museum of Qatar. Liaising between Curators, Researchers, Interpretive Planners, Collections staff, Programs staff, and Exhibit Designers, the RCDC will be responsible for scheduling, producing process documents, managing online collaborative tools, managing a contact database, managing feedback, monitoring progress, and project document archiving. The RCDC will coordinate and facilitate the logistics of meetings, project team communications, and distribution of information and materials to various team members and departments. The RCDC will maintain detailed records of curatorial and research output, as well as potential items (objects, media, and other collections) for use in exhibitions, as well as identifying copyright and intellectual property issues and obtaining permissions where necessary. The Research and Content Development Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring that project deliverables are on time by providing accurate and timely information, research and reports, as well as managing process and progress.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Museum Studies or related discipline
-Minimum 3–5 years experience in research, content development, content coordination, or project management in a museum setting
-Solid record of coordinating highly detailed projects; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
-Proven communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to build effective relationships, an ability to negotiate and strong conflict resolution skills
-Demonstrated high level written communication skills, especially in regard to the preparation of reports, policies and procedures
-Solid analytical skills and meticulous in attention to detail
-Knowledge of various research methods and exhibition development processes desirable
-Understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues desired
-High level of proficiency with database software, cataloging software, project management software
-Understanding of cataloging standards and database administration issues
-Thoroughly versed in Microsoft Office
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-Flexibility of working hours required to meet deadlines.
-Successful candidate must demonstrate cultural, gender, religious, race, nationality and age sensitivities and adaptabilities.
-Successful candidate will possess a sense of adventure, flexibility, and a generous team spirit.
Contract package includes generous tax-free salary, furnished accommodation, medical coverage, 45 days paid leave, annual flight home, public holidays, flex days, end of contract bonus, and other benefits.
Please send cover letter, CV, and three professional references via email to:
Sharon Aponte Misdea
Deputy Director for Curatorial and Collections Management
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Summer Graduate Internship
Museum Collections and Exhibitions
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is a state agency and membership organization that is fully accredited by the American Association of Museums. The KHS mission is to engage people in the exploration of the Commonwealth’s diverse heritage by providing connections to the past, perspective on the present, and inspiration for the future.
KHS seeks a graduate-level intern for the Museum Collections and Exhibitions (MCE) department. The intern will gain a broad, hands-on experience in researching collection objects and materials, collections management and care, and documentation and registration methods. The intern will participate in exhibition research, maintenance, and installation if exhibition schedule allows. The intern will complete a survey of at least one KHS artifact collection and make a final presentation to appropriate staff.
Timeframe is approximately June 2011 to August 2011 (150-200 hours). Exact timeframe and hours will be mutually determined by the supervisor and the successful candidate.
Minimum requirements: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited graduate level program working towards a Masters Degree in Museum Studies, Public History, History or other related field. Must have strong research skills and basic knowledge of historical interpretation and the proper handling of museum objects and archival materials.
This is a temporary position based in Frankfort, KY. Employee benefits are not available. Housing is not provided. Compensation is $1,300 - $1,700, based on actual hours worked.
To apply, e-mail cover letter and resume to khs.hr@ky.gov. No phone calls please. Application deadline is Thursday, March 31, 2011. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Date: Wed, 2 Mar 2011 21:04:16 -0700
From: "Truitt, Marc" <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: [POSITION AVAILABLE] : University of Alberta Libraries - Discovery Systems Librarian (Edmonton, Alberta)
Apologies for cross-posting -
The University of Alberta Libraries, with a long tradition of service excellence to the University and its communities, seek a dynamic individual for the new position of Discovery Systems Librarian. Working in a team environment in Bibliographic & Information Technology Services, the Discovery Systems Librarian will be responsible for a suite of discovery and retrieval systems designed to help expose the Libraries' rich collections and for supporting student, faculty, and library staff through leadership in technology and services planning, project coordination, and operations support. Discovery systems and services include the University of Alberta Libraries / NEOS online public access catalogue, "next-generation" faceted discovery tools, federated / meta- search tools for exposing content across separate silos (e.g., licensed electronic resources, local repositories of digitized content, etc.), OpenURL link resolvers and related products (e.g., recommender services), proxy servers / services, and ancillary products such as citation management services. The Discovery Systems Librarian has responsibility for system-wide implementation, configuration, integration, and oversight of such systems and services, including supervision of specific assignments of programmers and other staff.
For more information see:
http://www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A101713860/
Kathleen De Long
Associate University Librarian
University of Alberta Libraries
(780) 492-7675
(780) 492-8302 (fax)
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Date: Tue, 1 Mar 2011 15:50:18 -0500
From: Michael Kim <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Job Posting: Database Management Librarian: University of Miami Libraries (Coral Gables, FL)
Please excuse cross-posting:
Database Management Librarian
The University of Miami Libraries seeks a Database Management
Librarian to provide leadership and guidance in planning and managing
database maintenance and authority control activities in the
University Library to ensure the quality of its resource discovery
tools. The incumbent trains and supervises supporting staff in
database maintenance and quality control and participates in original
cataloging of print/online materials in a variety of formats, as well
as provide descriptive metadata for digital collections as needed. The
incumbent will also coordinate quality control projects for non-MARC
metadata from digital collections.
POSITION: Reporting to the Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services,
the Database Management Librarian provides leadership and guidance in
planning and managing database maintenance and authority control
activities in the University Library to ensure the quality of its
resource discovery tools. The incumbent trains and supervises
supporting staff in database maintenance and quality control and
participates in original cataloging of print/online materials in a
variety of formats, as well as provide descriptive metadata for
digital collections as needed. The incumbent will also coordinate
quality control projects for non-MARC metadata from digital
collections. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the
following. Other duties may be assigned.
Performance:
• Responsible for performing and managing authority control,
bibliographic quality control, and database problem resolution to
insure bibliographic and authority records meet local and national
standards, working closely with other library faculty/staff to
establish and document relevant policies, procedures, and efficient
workflows
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates authority control and database
maintenance staff (2.5 FTE)
• Acts as a liaison to authority and database enrichment vendors and
manages the loading and quality control for all vendor supplied
records and data
• Works with Metadata Services and Digital Library Initiatives to
establish relevant policies, procedures, and workflows for metadata
quality control of digital collections
• Participates in original cataloging of all formats and metadata
creation activities in the library as needed
Service:
• Networks, collaborates and actively participates in local, regional,
national, or international organizations regarding issues in
librarianship, cataloging, database maintenance and authority control
services
• Represents and promotes the University of Miami Libraries in local,
state-wide, regional, national, or international organizations as
appropriate
• Serves on/participates in University and Library committees, task
forces, and teams as appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS : Required:
• Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program or foreign equivalent
• Two years of professional cataloging experience. Professional
understanding and knowledge of cataloging procedures and principles,
including but not limited to: AACR2R, LCRIs, LC classification, LCSH,
MARC21 bibliographic and authority formats
• Professional understanding and knowledge of non-MARC metadata
schemas, standards, best practices, and their applications, such as
Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, MODS, METS, etc.
• Working knowledge of bibliographic utilities and integrated library
systems and familiarity with authority and database enrichment vendors
services
• Prior successful supervisory experience; ability to motivate staff
and set priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in a service and
production-oriented environment, and adapt to a fast paced rapidly
changing environment
• Ability to plan and implement routines and processes that ensure
optimum production, and monitor projects through to completion in a
cost-effective manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as
collaboratively with diverse constituents
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages (Spanish preferred)
Highly Desirable:
• Experience managing authority control processes and/or vendor services
• Experience batch loading and editing bibliographic records, using
Millennium (Innovative Interfaces) and/or third party software, such
as MarcEdit, preferred
• Experience developing macros and/or scripts to enhance productivity
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and qualifications. This is a non-tenure track faculty
appointment at the Librarian Assistant/ Associate Professor rank. The
position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: TIAA-CREF;
medical and dental insurance; life, disability, and long-term care
insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days
annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include
credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting
event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art
wellness center, and no state or local income taxes. More information
on benefits can be found at:
http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications
and nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is
selected. Applications should be submitted electronically and must
include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three
references. The references will not be contacted before the
appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:
Marylen Exposito, Human Resources Manager
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action
Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and
encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural
backgrounds.