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Texas Tech University Libraries

Institution

Texas Tech University Libraries

Job Title

Science and Engineering Assistant Librarian-Open Rank

Closing Date

2013-03-17

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES POSITION TITLE: Science and Engineering Assistant Librarian (Open Rank) T96501 DEPARTMENT: Research, Instruction & Outreach (RIO) POSITION DESCRIPTION: This tenure-track position reports to the Head of Research, Instruction & Outreach and will act as the department’s primary liaison to various disciplines encompassing the Sciences and Engineering. RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific responsibilities will include: • Actively participate in the library’s instruction and outreach program with a heavy emphasis on promoting information literacy campus-wide. • Provide reference services in creative and innovative ways including personal contact with departments and utilizing various technology tools as needed. • Develop and maintain the sciences reference materials in both print and digital forms as well as making specific recommendations to purchase research materials germane to the sciences. • Contribute to Ask A Librarian and other virtual reference services as needed. • Maintain as well as enhance web-based research guides pertinent to assigned sciences areas. • Engage and interact with all Library user communities through formal and informal channels to determine user needs. • Contribute substantially to the planning, development and assessment of departmental policies. • Explores, evaluates and encourages integration of emergent technology into library services. In addition, the position requires service on various teams and committees as assigned as well as other duties in support of RIO and the Libraries. Engage in scholarly pursuit and other professional and service activities in accordance with Texas Tech University Libraries’ Standards for promotion and tenure. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Masters degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program or international equivalent. Preferred: Experience or course work in the use of both electronic and traditional print reference tools with special emphasis in the sciences. Evidence of a strong customer service orientation coupled with an ability to interact positively and productively in a collegial academic environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. A general knowledge of the information needs of the sciences and an understanding of current trends and issues in this area, including digitization and institutional repositories. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment. Evidence of ability to meet Texas Tech Library’s requirements for promotion and tenure. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The position is a 12-month appointment with a nationally competitive salary. Librarians and archivists have academic status and are an integral part of the academic teaching and research mission of the University. Comprehensive benefits include choice of retirement programs, including TIAA-CREF; 12-17 state holidays; developmental leave opportunities; moving allowance; and no state or local income tax. GENERAL INFORMATION: Texas Tech University (http://www.ttu.edu/) is a state supported institution with an enrollment of over 31,000. It offers a wide range of academic programs in colleges and schools, including graduate, law, and medicine. Texas Tech is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Greater Western Library Alliance and Texshare. The University Libraries (http://library.ttu.edu/) has over 2.4 million volumes. Lubbock has a metropolitan population of over 220,000 and is the regional center for education, agriculture, health care, banking, and business. APPLICATION INFORMATION: To apply for this position, please visit the Texas Tech University Personnel site at: https://jobs.texastech.edu/postings/search. Please fill out the electronic application and attach a cover letter indicating qualifications and interest in the position, current vita, and names and contact information of three references. Review of applications will continue until position is filled. Texas Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans, and we consider the needs of dual career couples. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community at Texas Tech University.

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http://library.ttu.edu/about/employment/employment.php