1. [SLA LinkedIn] JOB VACANCY - LIFE & CHEMICAL SCIENCES LIBRARIAN AT KAUST
1. JOB VACANCY - LIFE & CHEMICAL SCIENCES LIBRARIAN AT KAUST
From: Richard Johnson <[log in to unmask]>
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Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2012 16:36:08 +0300
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Subject: [CHMINF-L] JOB VACANCY - LIFE & CHEMICAL SCIENCES LIBRARIAN AT KAUST
The following vacancy may be of interest to some readers of this list:
LIFE & CHEMICAL SCIENCES LIBRARIAN AT KAUST
Competitive Tax-free Salary
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a major new graduate university focused on becoming a leader in science and technology research. Located near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the university’s coastline campus on the Red Sea features high-quality residences, extensive recreational facilities and beach, a multicultural environment, and a high quality of life for employees and their families. Its stunning library is a recipient of the 2011 AIA/ALA Library Building Award.
The University Library currently has an opening for a Science and Technology Subject Specialist Librarian to support research and graduate-level education in life and chemical sciences. Major responsibilities include providing reference and instructional services in assigned subject areas; serving as the main contact point between the library and relevant institutional units/users; developing the library’s collections; and informing researchers about scholarly communications issues.
The ideal candidate will have:
•Graduate degree in library science and/or a relevant scientific field.
•3+ years of professional experience in an academic library.
•Experience using key research tools and resources in life sciences and chemistry.
•Fluency in English.
For more information, please email [log in to unmask]. To apply, visit the KAUST website at http://www.kaust.edu.sa. Applications must be received by January 7, 2013.
