Substitute Library, Bronx Comm Coll (NY)

The Bronx Community College Library seeks a Substitute Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor to serve as Access Services Librarian during the Spring 2020 semester. The Librarian supports the college library by providing oversight of Access Services staff and activities, advancing support for student access and success in utilizing BCC library information resources and services. Pursues an active scholarly agenda, performs supervisory duties, and participates in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.

Reporting to the Chief Librarian, the Access Services Librarian joins a team of librarians and staff providing students and faculty with support for access to and use of library information resources and services. Position involves direct oversight of a team of highly motivated and dedicated staff professionals and student employees that is responsible for delivering quality services related to circulation, reserves, inter-/intra-library loan, resources sharing, technology support, and directional assistance. S/he will guide area procedures and policies, personnel oversight including hiring/training/evaluation/professional development, and reporting of metrics. The Access Services Librarian will also participate with fellow Library faculty and staff in providing traditional and virtual reference and research assistance and in the shared collection development activities. Evening and weekend hours required.

Librarians within the City University of New York take active faculty roles, serving on committees and engaging in scholarly research and publication and perform other duties as assigned. Continuous updating of knowledge and skills is required. All appointments are subject to financial availability. The position is set to begin immediately and is a substitute appointment of limited duration.

QUALIFICATIONS

All titles require a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

For appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor, a second graduate degree is required.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications:

• A second graduate degree

• Experience in an academic, research, or large public library

• Knowledge of technologies, trends, and issues in contemporary library access services

• Familiarity with the integrated library systems, MS Office, and scanning technologies

• Knowledge of basic cataloging skills

• Knowledge of web-based access service add-ons/platforms (e.g. SpringShare, OCLC’s ILLiad)

• Experience with managing teams and fair delegation

• Experience working on department/library/college committees

• Experience with providing reference services

• Demonstrated success with scholarly research and publication process

• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills

• Experience developing collaborative working relationships

• Commitment to innovative and effective user-centered services

• Evidence of teamwork, creativity, initiative, and flexibility

COMPENSATION

Instructor: $45,261 - $68,014

Assistant Professor: $49,253 - $85,162

Associate Professor: $63,874 - $101,572

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.  We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu<http://www.cuny.edu>, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID#21708 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. https://home.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psp/cnyepprd/GUEST/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests. Please note: If you have applied to JOB ID# 20765, you must reapply to the above JOB ID# to be considered.

CLOSING DATE

March 4, 2020

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.  At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups.  Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Health Sciences Lib, Long Island U-Brooklyn (NY)

Health Sciences Librarian, Long Island University Brooklyn

 

The Brooklyn Campus Library at Long Island University seeks an enthusiastic, user-oriented individual to support students and faculty through curriculum-integrated library instruction, reference services and consultations, and collection development activities. The successful candidate for the Health Sciences Librarian position will have experience with the specialized information resources used by students of the health professions. This person will serve as the library liaison to several departments and programs, including Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Occupational Therapy. The Health Sciences Librarian will be a member of the Reference and Instruction team, and will work collaboratively with the Coordinator of Library Instruction and disciplinary faculty to deliver student-centered information literacy sessions. This is a tenure-track faculty position that requires research, publication, and service to the university and the profession.

Responsibilities

●       Design, implement, and assess information literacy instruction with a focus on health sciences students.

●       Serve as liaison to academic departments in the School of Health Professions, the School of Nursing, and the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

●       Collaborate with teaching faculty to incorporate information literacy development into the curriculum.

●       Provide online and in person reference services.

●       Provide service to departmental, University, and professional committees.

Qualifications:

Required

●       Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or ALA-recognized equivalent.

●       Teaching experience in an academic or medical library.

●       Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

●       Experience serving a highly diverse user community.

●       Familiarity with health sciences library resources.

Preferred

●       A second master’s degree, preferably in health sciences or a related subject, is highly desirable and required for promotion and/or tenure.

●       Experience developing and employing a student-centered pedagogy.

●       Experience as a library liaison to academic and/or other campus departments.

●       Record of academic publication or other demonstrated scholarship.

●       Knowledge of trends and developments in academic libraries, including the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.

To Apply:

https://jobs.liu.edu/#/job_details/1510

Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Long Island University offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous retirement plan and paid research time. Additional information regarding salary and benefits can be found at www.liuff.net/contract/.

 LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified  individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital or veteran status, or Vietnam-era veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

Senior TMT / Tech Industry Researcher (CB Resourcing) (NY)

Senior TMT / Technology industry researcher (VP)

Our client a top global consulting firm requires an experienced TMT researcher to support their industry leading technology practice. This is a senior hands on research role working directly with the practice leadership supporting the practice growth through market and competitor intelligence, insightful bid support and opportunity identification.

In order to be suitable you must have experience of carrying out research on the high tech area of TMT. This role will be in either New York or Silicon Valley. This role would suit someone from a background analysing a wide range of ‘technology companies’ rather than having been very specialised in trends concerning one technology area.

The key stakeholders for this role are the global TMT practice leadership. Please note this is not a client facing consultancy position, this role supports a senior leadership team.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide competitor and market intelligence to the TMT practice
• Identify and review new business opportunities for the practice by identifying prospects and using your research skills and tools to evaluate opportunities for the practice leadership
• Carry out insightful analysis on sector trends in relation to industry, legal, business and economic issues impacting the sector
• Identify and manage sources for best TMT industry data

More generalist research is carried out by other parts of the business intelligence team.

To Apply:

https://www.cbresourcing.com/job/senior-tmt-slash-technology-industry-researcher-vp/

Library Director, Milbrook Library (NY)

The Millbrook Library in Millbrook, NY is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. The Library is an active community center serving a vibrant, rural community. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Library operations.

Minimum Qualifications: Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program preferred and 3 years of progressively responsible library administrative experience. Experience should include a broad background in management, administration/human resources, operations, fundraising and finance, as well as knowledge of library services, operations and collections.

 

Salary: $50,000+ commensurate with experience and benefits.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Responsible for administering the safe and efficient operation of the Millbrook Library, its programs and services, in compliance with all applicable laws, and policies and decisions of the Board;
• Oversees continuous development of relevant library materials and services; responsible for the development of the Library’s adult collections in coordination with the Head of Circulation; plans and implements programs and services for patrons of all ages in collaboration with the Youth Services staff;
• Exhibits a high level of administrative and supervisory skills including: recruiting, hiring and training new employees, as well as coordinating the continued training and development of staff members; balancing multiple priorities; administering personnel policies; preparing performance evaluations of staff members; record keeping; grant writing and preparing the annual budget, state and local reports; and oversees the annual audit;
• Possesses exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
• Exercises considerable professional skill, initiative and good judgment, and the ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, Friends of the Library, the public and the Board to promote the library as an integral and vital component of the community;
• Strong computer skills: knowledge of database, spreadsheet and word processing software, including Quickbooks, as well as familiarity with current and emerging technologies and their application(s) in a library setting.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references no later than March 18, 2020 to:

Attn: Personnel Committee

boardoftrustees@millbrooklibrary.org

Director, Dover Plains Library (NY)

The Dover Plains Library in Dutchess County, NY is seeking an innovative, motivated and resourceful Director to oversee the administration of library operations. Candidates need excellent communication and customer service skills and are expected to maintain positive relationships with the public community organizations, town officials and the library board and staff.
You should be open to new and creative ideas that can benefit and engage our community, as well as embrace current practices successfully in place such as our non-Dewey cataloging system for our non-fiction collection and maintaining a Little Free Library at a shelter along the Appalachian Trail.
Requirements: 

• MLS required
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Minimum 2 years experience in a library or other customer oriented establishment
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain NY State Public Librarian Certification

Starting salary is $50,000 and may be negotiable depending upon experience.
Health Insurance is available.
Please submit cover letter and resume as well as 3 business references to samgem06@gmail.com with “Director Position” in the subject line no later than March 17, 2020.

Reference Librarian, Epstein Becker & Green (NY)

The law firm of Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. has an immediate opening for a Reference Librarian in our New York office. Reporting to the Research Manager, the Reference Librarian will work as part of a team to provide research and related services to the firm. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide research and related services to attorneys and paralegals, including support for attorney professional development, client development, and marketing projects, and provide specialized business, legislative, regulatory, and docket research and monitoring services 

Daily monitoring and dissemination of targeted news, litigation, legislative, and regulatory developments to specific attorney interest groups 

Provide interlibrary loan services, and assist with technical services coverage for the New York office Library 

Assist with the following: 1) orientation of new attorneys and paralegals; 2) training and password management for research resources, and evaluation of new resources; 3) monitoring and editing of the research pages on firm intranet; 4) client billing for research services and vendor invoice payment 

QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidate must possess a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; A minimum of three years of relevant Library experience in a law firm or corporate setting; Experience with Labor & Employment legal research; Excellent organizational, project management, customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively; Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines and assignments; Substantial search experience with business and legal databases including Westlaw Edge, Bloomberg Law, Accurint, docketing services, legislative monitoring services, and legal analytics; Experience with Sydney ILS desirable. 

TO APPLY: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we are only able to contact candidates selected for follow up. Please send resume and cover letter containing salary expectations to Emily Kasprak, Research Manager, at ekasprak@ebglaw.com. No agencies, please. 

Epstein Becker & Green is an equal opportunity employer. 

P/T - Adult Ref Librarian, Central Islip Lib (NY)

The Central Islip Public Library in Central Islip, NY, is seeking a part-time Adult Reference Librarian.

Part-Time Adult Reference Librarian Position

• Exciting Work
• Gain Experience
• Comfortable Working Environment
• Must be able to work Friday Nights
• Must be able to work at least 2 Saturdays per month
• Must be able to work at least 2 Sundays per month
• Must be able to work a couple of nights besides Fridays
• Need to be able to help patrons in the computer lab
• Bilingual a plus
  
  
  Trainee - $18.97/hr
  
  Librarian - $20.65/hr
  
  
  Benefits (after 6 months)
  
  7 paid holidays
  
  Sick days
  
  Vacation days (after 1 year of service)
  
  
  Send Resume to:
  
  
  Frieda Messing, Head of Adult Services
  Fmessing.cipl@gmail.com

F/T - Health Sciences and Medical Librarians, Drexel U (PA)

Description

  The Libraries is currently recruiting for two librarian positions with expertise in health sciences and / or medical librarianship. Discipline expertise in genetics, neuroscience, pharmacology or bench science is preferred. Candidates should also have an understanding of evidence-based practice and experience with curricula or research support.

These librarians will offer medical and health sciences subject expertise in information resources and tools, pedagogy and/or research to collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate research and information-seeking instruction into appropriate courses and curriculum to advance information and data literacy skills and will report to the Curricula Support Manager. Other responsibilities include:

• Develop and support resources for guidance and assistance for clients to find, access, evaluate, and use information as part of the Information Assistance program
• Create and maintain web-based research guides, tutorials, and web pages
• Actively contribute to crafting and promoting Libraries messaging to build partnerships with clients and colleagues to develop programs and tools that enrich teaching, research, and scholarship.
• Share information and feedback from Schools and Colleges about their relationships to scholarship with Libraries leadership and other liaisons to improve services and resources.
• Provide general, as well as specialized consultation in person, phone, email and chat
• Provide discipline expertise for selection decisions on scholarly content
• Contribute professionally through participation in campus activities, external service, and/or publication, presentation, or research

Requirements

  Required

• ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library and information sciences
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience as a librarian in an information organization
• Undergraduate degree, graduate coursework, and/or professional experience in health sciences or medical discipline beyond information science
• Demonstrated knowledge of health sciences or medical information resources, tools and scholarly trends
• Demonstrated knowledge of health sciences or medical pedagogy and current instructional techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong customer service orientation and commitment to inclusiveness of diverse ideas and perspectives
• Evidence of self-motivation to address new challenges, ability to solve problems with minimal supervision and commitment to learn new knowledge and skills
• Familiar with current and emerging technologies and trends in academic libraries and scholarly communications
• Excellent organizational skills, including time and project management
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; able to lead as well as execute and take constructive input from multiple sources
• Demonstrated involvement and contribution to the profession through service, presentations, publications, and/or research

Preferred

• Experience working in a library or academic setting
• Demonstrated success working within a dynamic, matrix organization

To Read Full Postings & Apply:  
Drexel Careers

 

P/T - Librarian, Danbury Public Lib (CT)

Salary: $23.83 per hour, part-time 

The Danbury Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, technology-savvy, part-time Librarian. This person will be responsible for being the program assistant for adult programs, as well as providing reference desk services. We are looking for someone who has a comprehensive awareness of the best readers’ advisory resources, is well-versed in library reference and research techniques, is eager to respond to the information needs of library customers and is committed to creating an exceptional customer experience. 

Specific responsibilities include providing reference and readers advisory service in a variety of capacities; providing assistance to customers in locating and selecting library materials, accessing databases and using electronic resources including: computers, and copiers; and planning and implementing programs which may include community outreach and book discussion groups.

Requirements:
An M.L.S. Degree from an ALA accredited library school. Individuals in the final stages of completing their MLS degree will also be considered. Other requirements for this position include: flexibility to work evenings and weekends, knowledge of emerging technology trends and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Web 2.0 applications and Internet Explorer; strong communication skills, self-initiative, solid problem solving skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment. Bilingual English/Spanish speaker preferred.

The ideal candidate enjoys interacting with people and solving problems on a daily basis, has a strong work ethic, can adapt easily to change and is enthusiastic about helping to position the library as the community’s living room.

Applications are available at the Human Resources Dept., 155 Deer Hill Ave., Danbury, CT 06810 or at www.danbury-ct.gov. The application must be completed in its entirety. Omissions, false, misleading or inaccurate information will result in rejection of the application. This position will remain open until filled.

For more information, please visit the City of Danbury website: https://www.danbury-ct.gov/employment/

P/T - Afternoon & Eve Lib, ASA College (NY)

Part Time Afternoon and Evening Librarian

ASA College, a New York City-based, regionally-accredited, two-year degree-granting institution, has an opening for a part-time librarian based primarily at our Brooklyn MetroTech location, Monday-Friday, 2-9pm. Occasional hours may also be needed at our Herald Square campus in Manhattan. Combined hours will not exceed 35 per week. The successful candidate will be an energetic, flexible and creative self-starter able to work efficiently both alone and as part of the ASA Library team.

The position is responsible for all ASA library services, including customer service interaction, reserve and circulation transactions, organization of the library, supervision of student workers, collection development and maintenance of existing physical and electronic collections.

Reference and research assistance services include both face-to-face and virtual reference, planning and conducting library tutorials and information literacy instruction sessions, creation and maintenance of Library LibGuides and other duties as assigned. Multilingual candidates will be given special consideration.

This position is supervised by the head librarians of the ASA campuses and reports to the Director of Libraries.

An MLS, MLIS or MSLIS degree from an ALA-accredited institution is required. Previous academic library experience is preferred by not essential.

Founded in 1985, ASA College is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

The ASA libraries serve a widely-diverse population of students including international and first-generation college students.

Qualified individuals are invited to email résumé and cover letter to:

Brook Stowe
Library Director
ASA College
New York, NY
bstowe@asa.edu
No phone calls, please.

Acquisitions & Electronic Rscs Mgt Lib, Hofstra U (NY)

School/Division:	Maurice A. Deane School of Law
Office:	Law Library
Full-Time or Part-Time:	Full-Time
About Hofstra	Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.
Description:	The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University seeks applications for the position of Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Management Librarian. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Access and Collection Services, the Acquisitions Librarian has primary responsibility for acquiring all print and electronic resources; renewal of serials and databases; payment and tracking of invoices; maintaining acquisitions data and records; harvesting and analyzing electronic resources usage statistics; and vendor interaction. The Acquisitions Librarian coordinates with the Assistant Director to monitor the acquisitions budget; troubleshoot electronic resources access problems; batch upload/delete MARC record updates; manage the Law School’s digital repository on bepress; assist users in accessing library resources at the Circulation desk; perform other responsibilities as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the library; and continue intellectual and professional growth through involvement in professional associations relevant to the demands of the position and fostering strong working relationships with colleagues in other academic law libraries. The Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Management Librarian is part of the Access & Collections Services team and works with the Assistant Director to coordinate five Access & Collection Services staff and works collaboratively with all library team members in carrying out the long and short term objectives and goals of the library and the Law School.
Qualifications:	Minimum Qualifications: • A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or Knowledge Management from an ALA accredited school or foreign equivalent • Two years of experience in academic or law related libraries • Working knowledge of integrated library systems as used by technical services and collection management units, including statistical and fund maintenance, proxy servers, reporting functions, and the structure and management of online catalogs • Knowledge of OCLC • Adept in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and other standard business and academic applications • An aptitude for and interest in project planning and management, as well as excellent organizational, time-management, and analytical skills • Demonstrated exceptional written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, within a collegial environment • A strong work ethic and commitment to excellent service • Ability to engage in the pursuit of excellence with a spirit of kindness and collaboration Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge of standard and emerging cataloging principles and metadata schemes • Experience with Innovative Interfaces Millennium or Sierra, including experience with batch importing of catalog records • Experience with Digital Commons and understanding of copyright application to institutional repositories
Application Instructions:	For consideration, please send a resume and cover letter to Jacob Nunnally, Assistant Director of Access and Collection Services at LawSchoolJobs@hofstra.edu. Please include “Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Management Librarian” in the subject line.
Voluntary Self-Identification	All applicants are invited to complete the three (3) voluntary self-identification forms
Deadline:	open until filled
Date Posted:	02/10/2020
Posting Number:	899124-20

F/T - Medical Librarian, MedVal/PharmaWrite (NJ)

Seeking a Full-time Medical Librarian

MedVal/PharmaWrite is seeking a full-time librarian to work on-site in Princeton, NJ. The librarian will perform biomedical literature searching and analysis, scientific journal and conference research, document delivery, and maintain the electronic reference database.  We have various electronic database subscriptions and online research tools. 

General Description

The Medical Librarian is responsible for the overall management and day-to-day workflow of the library.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and facility
• Develop and maintain journal and congress grids and databases
• Manage workflow to meet internal and external deadlines
• Maintain up-to-date database of library resource
• Develop search strategies to support medical writing teams
• Review, monitor and allocate monthly expenditures
• Monitor use and renewals of journal and database subscriptions
• Suggest improvements in process, software, resources
• Participate in business development initiatives
• Stay up-to-date on industry news 
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science degree
• Knowledge of health science resources, journals, and medical literature databases, e.g., ProQuest Dialog, MEDLINE, Embase, BIOSIS, PubMed, Scopus, etc.
• Knowledge of reference management software, e.g., EndNote
• Expertise in data-retrieval techniques and document delivery
• Basic computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Excel

Contact

• Rosie Lynch, President, MedVal
• Rosie.lynch@medvalsci.com