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On Behalf Of Angela R Cope
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2016 10:52 AM
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Subject: Library Residency Program, Univ. of Chicago (GIS Library)
Library Residency Program
Fall 2016 - Summer 2018
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Services Library Resident
User Experience Library Resident
The University of Chicago Library’s 2-year residency program is open to recent graduates of accredited library and information science
programs; certain positions may also be open to holders of other relevant advanced degrees.
Residents are expected to bring foundational knowledge and skills related to a developing area of library services or technology. They
should have an understanding of and interest in academic research libraries, and the potential to develop expertise and share their knowledge with Library staff. The Library is looking for candidates who can meet a specific need and show promise of future
leadership. Appointments for two or more positions will be based on the best alignment of candidates and Library priorities.
The University of Chicago Library is a centralized organization with a highly collaborative, energetic staff. Each Library Resident
will report to the hiring manager for his or her position and work with staff members across the Library as part of the primary assignment. The Residents will have opportunities for professional development and committee appointments. Residents are expected
to bring foundational knowledge and skills related to a developing area of library services or technology. They should have an understanding of and interest in academic research libraries, and the potential to develop expertise and share their knowledge with
Library staff. The Library is looking for candidates who can meet a specific need and show promise of future leadership. Appointments for two or more positions will be based on the best alignment of candidates and Library priorities.
To read position descriptions, or to apply, click on the position names above to be taken to the application system, which may also
be accessed at https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu Apply by March 31 for assured consideration.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information
please see theUniversity’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5671
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