Month: September 2006

Librarian for Chinese Studies

The Perkins Library System is seeking a librarian to develop, manage, and evaluate the collections from and about China and to provide specialized reference assistance and instruction to library users. The position reports to the Head of the International and Area Studies Department.Position requires an ALA-accredited MLS or the combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and related experience, MA/MS in a relevant subject area, a plus. Experience as a Chinese studies librarian (including collection development responsibilities from a variety of sources) or comparable academic experience, knowledge of the history, politics, economics, literatures and cultures of China, especially contemporary China; familiarity with the Chinese publishing industry and book trades; familiarity with electronic resources and reference tools for Chinese Studies; knowledge of the principles and practices of collection development and management for both print and electronic resources; ability to manage multiple projects; must be service-oriented; ability to work effectively and creatively with faculty, students and other library staff in a highly collaborative, service-oriented environment. Must have a highly level of fluency, both spoken and written, in Chinese and good oral and written communication skills in English;

Preferred: Three years relevant library experience; familiarity with Chinese film and Chinese art history, as well as contemporary Chinese social sciences; familiarity with trends in academic and research libraries as well as knowledge of the issues confronting higher education; familiarity with best practices in bibliographic instruction
and the concepts of information literacy; demonstrated leadership in establishing and implementing successful new programs; working knowledge of the ExLibris Aleph system. Due to possible focus on Korea, knowledge of Korean; familiarity with the history, politics, economics, literatures and cultures of Korea; familiarity with Korean publishing and book trades, a plus.

Salary and librarian rank depend on qualifications and experience. The anticipated hiring range is $40,000 – $55,000

TO APPLY: Please send your cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to: Teresa Tillman, Library Human Resources, at library-jobs@duke.edu. Please include CHINESE in the subject line. If you do not have access to e-mail, please mail your application materials to Box 90194, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708. Review of applications will begin in mid September and will continue until the position is filled.
Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Chinese Materials Cataloger
$41,376–$71,916 per annum, depending upon qualifications
The East Asian Library
University of California, Berkeley

Consideration will be given to applications received by October 31, 2006. Responsibilities:

The Chinese Materials Cataloger performs original cataloging of books, serials, manuscripts, audio-visual materials, microfilms, maps, and other library materials in the Chinese language. All original cataloging is performed according to AACR2, LC classification, and LC subject headings. Records are given full MARC tagging by the cataloger, who is also responsible for preparing authority records for GLADIS (Berkeley’s online catalog) and NACO. In addition, the Chinese Materials Cataloger prepares in-house training materials and advises cataloging staff on cataloging-related issues, participates in the formulation of general cataloging policy and system design relating to Chinese materials, and conducts special cataloging projects. Occasionally, the Chinese Materials Cataloger provides reference service on questions related to the use of the catalogs and other finding tools.

Qualifications:

Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution. Knowledge of current cataloging standards: AACR2, LC classification, MARC bibliographic formats, and LC subject headings. Familiarity with pinyin romanization and OCLC-CJK required. Excellent oral and written skills in Chinese and English are necessary, as is the ability to work well with staff of diverse backgrounds. Strong commitment to excellence in service and demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a complex, changing environment.

Preferred: Knowledge of Chinese culture and scholarship. Two or more years’ cataloging experience in a research library working with Chinese materials is strongly desirable. The successful candidate will show evidence of project planning, management, and completion.

Candidate must have excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, initiative, and flexibility. Professional contributions beyond the primary job, e.g., publications, active participation in University and professional organizations, and other research and creative activities are required for advancement within the Librarian series. Candidates must show evidence or promise of such contribution.

DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by October 31, 2006.

The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive and imaginative contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.

An exclusive bargaining agent, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), represents librarians at the University of California. This position is included in the bargaining unit.

APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY IN WRITING, INCLUDING WITH THEIR LETTER A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS, A FULL RESUME OF THEIR EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE, AND THE NAMES, ADDRESSES, AND PHONE NUMBERS OF THREE REFERENCES WHO ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THEIR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

You may mail your application package to:

Barbara Kornstein
Academic Personnel Specialist
Library Human Resources Department
110 The Library
University of California
Berkeley CA 94720-6000

Or FAX to: 510-642-8675
Or EMAIL to: librec@library.berkeley.edu

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA EMAIL PREFERRED.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

For complete information, please visit http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/librec.html