Librarian for Sociology and Psychology, New York University
Description: Subject
specialist supporting the research and teaching programs of faculty,
graduate and undergraduate students in the Department of Sociology and
the Departments of Psychology and Applied Psychology.
Librarians play a key role in
the educational mission of NYU by establishing strong collaborative
relationships with faculty and students, and connecting them to the
services, content, and tools that meet their
research, teaching and learning needs.
This position serves as the
primary library liaison to the above departments, with special emphases
on supporting the intensive use of data by scholars in these areas and
maintaining deep ties with the Libraries’
Data Service Studio; building and curating collections in all formats;
continuing a program of extensive instructional, consultation, and
research support services; and developing responsive and innovative
information and outreach services. Additionally, subject
librarians actively engage with faculty, publishers, and vendors to
bring about changes in the system of scholarly publishing and
communications.
This position acts as a vital
member of the Libraries’ Humanities and Social Sciences Center and
reports to the Social Sciences Coordinator in the Collections and
Research Services Division, NYU Libraries.
The incumbent is deeply engaged and contributes skills and expertise to
the highly collaborative work of the department and the NYU Libraries.
The incumbent works creatively with colleagues to implement and enhance
programs and services, to deliver physical
and virtual research and reference services, and to take a leadership
role on projects and initiatives as appropriate.
Qualifications: ALA
accredited MLS and subject Master’s degree required for tenure; minimum
three years of relevant library experience; ability to work effectively
with faculty, students, and staff in a team
environment; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications
skills. Candidates should exhibit a strong public service orientation, a
high degree of facility with technologies and systems germane to the 21st
century library, and be well-versed
in the issues surrounding scholarly communications. Preference will be
given to candidates with graduate course work in Sociology, and/or
Psychology. A background in Economics would also be desirable. Previous
library experience in instruction, collection
development, and/or reference is highly desirable.
New York University
Libraries: Library facilities at New York University serve the school’s
40,000 students and faculty and contain more than 4 million volumes.
New York University is a member of the Association
of Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, the Digital
Library Federation; serves as the administrative headquarters of the
Research Library Association of South Manhattan, a consortium that
includes three academic institutions; and is affiliated
with The New-York Historical Society.
Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with
experience and background.
To Apply:
To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application,
including the name, address, and telephone number of
three references to: Enrique Yanez, Director of Human Resources, New
York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY
10012 or via email to
jobs@library.nyu.edu. Resumes will be considered until the position is filled.
NYU’s
Division of Libraries embraces diversity and is committed to attracting
qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and
inclusivity.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
