Electronic Resources Librarian - Texas A&M University
Location: USA - TX - College Station
Texas A&M University Libraries seeks a creative and dynamic professional to join the team as an Electronic Resources Librarian. The Libraries has a resource budget of nearly $14 million for electronic resources. There is strong support for professional development and this position offers an excellent opportunity for an early career librarian to gain valuable technical service skills and knowledge. The appointment may be a tenure-track/tenured position or a clinical (non-tenure track) position, depending on the successful candidate’s professional interest, scholarship engagement, and professional service.
Reporting through the Director of Electronic Resources, the Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day activities related to the Libraries’ licensed e-resources throughout their life cycle. Duties include, but are not limited to, activation and maintenance of serial access records in our link resolver, creation and maintenance of supplier and resource records in our electronic resources management system, and creation and maintenance of database access records in LibGuides. The librarian works with vendors to negotiate license renewals, troubleshoot access issues, and remain current on vendors’ technologies. The position also has the potential for leadership opportunities in the library open software community and may supervise staff.
The person in this position must be a self-starter, detail-oriented and enjoy solving problems in a collaborative, collegial environment with continually evolving technologies. The Librarian is expected to maintain knowledge of national trends and developments in acquisitions and electronic resource management. The position includes service on committees for the Libraries, the University, and other organizations, contributes to the profession, and engages in scholarship.
To be considered for a tenure track title of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, candidates must engage in an ongoing body of scholarship evidenced by publications in high quality, peer reviewed journals or other significant venues, and an engaged record of service at a national level. Candidates interested in coming in with tenure will be required to go through a complete review process, including letters from external reviewers and a faculty vote. To be considered for a non-tenured, Academic Professional Track title of Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical l Associate Professor candidates must engage in professional service at multiple levels with demonstrated national impact.
Required Qualifications:
Reporting through the Director of Electronic Resources, the Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day activities related to the Libraries’ licensed e-resources throughout their life cycle. Duties include, but are not limited to, activation and maintenance of serial access records in our link resolver, creation and maintenance of supplier and resource records in our electronic resources management system, and creation and maintenance of database access records in LibGuides. The librarian works with vendors to negotiate license renewals, troubleshoot access issues, and remain current on vendors’ technologies. The position also has the potential for leadership opportunities in the library open software community and may supervise staff.
The person in this position must be a self-starter, detail-oriented and enjoy solving problems in a collaborative, collegial environment with continually evolving technologies. The Librarian is expected to maintain knowledge of national trends and developments in acquisitions and electronic resource management. The position includes service on committees for the Libraries, the University, and other organizations, contributes to the profession, and engages in scholarship.
To be considered for a tenure track title of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, candidates must engage in an ongoing body of scholarship evidenced by publications in high quality, peer reviewed journals or other significant venues, and an engaged record of service at a national level. Candidates interested in coming in with tenure will be required to go through a complete review process, including letters from external reviewers and a faculty vote. To be considered for a non-tenured, Academic Professional Track title of Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical l Associate Professor candidates must engage in professional service at multiple levels with demonstrated national impact.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience handling complex, analytical work, including the ability to identify, analyze and evaluate problems and devise solutions
- Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution (or international equivalent)
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- The ability to take initiative and work independently
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative and culturally diverse environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to the electronic resources lifecycle
- Experience working with vendors and publishers
- Experience with SFX or other link resolvers
- Demonstrated familiarity with the technical services modules of electronic resources management systems, integrated library systems, interlibrary loan management systems, or other library related information technologies
- Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to contract and license interpretation, including fair use and copyright
- Experience with reviewing and processing licenses
ENVIRONMENT:
The University:
Founded in 1876 as a land-grant institution, Texas A&M University is the sixth largest university in the nation. The signature Aggie Spirit captures and embodies the university’s traditions and core values: Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, and Selfless Service. The university has an enrollment of more than 63,000 students and 2,800 instructional faculty. Based on Vision 2020, the institution’s goal is to become a premier, tier-one Research University and to be ranked among the top 10 public universities nationwide by 2020.
The Libraries:
In an effort to provide relevant customer service in an ever-changing environment, the Texas A&M University Libraries is developing a core culture representing flexibility, innovation and risk-taking. In addition, the Libraries recognizes the value in creating a culture that draws from the richness and strength reflected in the diversity of our state and nation and has created an actionable Diversity Plan.
The Libraries currently rank 8th in materials expenditures ($23.6 million) and 4th in ongoing expenditures ($16.6 million) among all ARL libraries. Additionally, the Libraries typically rank near the top 10 for starting librarian salaries among ARL U.S. Public Academic Libraries. Currently the staffing includes 268 individuals which includes 90 librarians holding faculty status.
The Community:
Texas A&M is located in Bryan-College Station, a friendly community where the ubiquitous “howdy” greets friends and newcomers alike. The community boasts excellent medical facilities, live entertainment and the arts, fine-to-casual dining, outdoor recreation, a local airport, and a low cost of living, as well as easy proximity to Austin and Houston. Additionally, Texas residents enjoy the benefit of having no state or local income tax.
Salary/Benefits/Rank: Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience; minimum starting salary will be $50,500. Excellent benefits include health plan and paid life insurance; several retirement plans including TIAA; paid holidays and vacation; no state or local income tax. Funding is available for professional travel and development activities.
Application instructions:
Applications received by May 17, 2019 will be given first consideration. The letter of application should address the responsibilities, qualifications, and experiences listed for the position. Please submit application letter, vita, and the names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references. References will not be contacted without contacting the candidate first and verifying permission. Send nominations and applications via email to [email protected] or mailed to Pixey Mosley, Associate Dean for Administrative & Faculty Services, Texas A&M University Libraries, 5000 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-5000.
For more information about the library, see http://library.tamu.edu, about the university, http://www.tamu.edu, and about the communities, http://www.visitaggieland.com
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