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Library Affairs at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking a
Rare Book Librarian. This is a full-time, 12-month, continuing
appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor available
April 1, 2008, or later.
Required Qualifications: ALA accredited Master's of Library Science,
with course work related to rare books. Knowledge of bibliographic
description and control as applied to rare book and special collections
including knowledge of the history of books and of printing. Success in
conducting instruction sessions and/or other forms of teaching. Ability
to organize work and to work well under pressure. Demonstrated excellent
interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) including
ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, colleagues and
researchers. For appointment at the Assistant Professor rank: Interest
and potential to meet established Library Affairs criteria for promotion
and tenure, including professional service and published research. For
appointment at the Associate Professor rank: A sustained record of
peer-reviewed research and publications including a record of
professional service at state, regional, or national levels. Minimum of
three years professional experience in rare book collecting and
librarianship.
Preferred Qualifications: For appointment at the Associate Professor
rank: minimum five years professional experience in rare book collecting
and librarianship. Experience with collection development and working
with vendors, dealers, collectors, and donors. Knowledge of the rare
book trade including sources and practices, prices, and effective
procurement methodology. Second advanced degree in Humanities or Social
Sciences discipline. Experience with grant writing. Supervisory
experience. Reading knowledge of a modern foreign language (French or
German preferred).
For more detailed information visit this website:
http://www.siuc.edu/~affact/faculty.html
The closing date for application is January 4, 2008, or until filled.
Salary is competitive (Assistant Professor $41,000 minimum; Associate
Professor $46,000 minimum). Send a letter of application stating
qualifications and background for this position, a resume, and names,
addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses (if available) of
three professional references. References may be contacted by Morris
Library and asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for
this position. Address all materials to: Sherry Elders, Personnel
Coordinator, Library Affairs, Mail Code 6632, Southern Illinois
University Carbondale, 605 Agriculture Dr., Carbondale, IL 62901.
Telephone: 618-453-1458. E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu.
SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to
enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to
increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All
applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
Ann Myers
Special Collections Cataloger
Morris Library Mail Code 6632
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
605 Agriculture Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901
618-453-1499
amyers@lib.siu.edu