Research and Collections Librarian
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Job Location:
Bloomington, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
Indiana University Libraries seeks a dynamic and collaborative Research and Collections Librarian to lead the development assessment and promotion of collections that support the teaching and research missions of the Kelley School of Business and the ONeill School of Public and Environmental Affairstwo of the nations top-ranked programs. This position plays a strategic role in shaping access to high-impact resources in business public policy government affairs and sustainability. Working as part of a three-librarian team at the Business/ SPEA Library the successful candidate will ensure that collections remain responsive to evolving curricular and research needs. This includes selecting and evaluating materials managing budgets and engaging with faculty and students to align resources with academic priorities. The IU Bloomington Libraries system is one of North Americas premier academic research libraries with over 10 million print volumes 60000 electronic journals and a renowned Moving Image Archive. The Research & Learning Division which houses this position fosters innovation inclusive learning and strategic partnerships across campus. Reporting to the Head of Sciences & Social Sciences the librarian will contribute to a department that supports curriculum and research for over 70% of IU Bloomington students. Responsibilities This position will: Serve as the lead collection strategist for Business and Public & Environmental Affairs overseeing selection evaluation and lifecycle management of monographs serials and databases. Conduct ongoing assessments of collections and research support services to identify emerging needs gaps and opportunities for innovation. Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to ensure collections align with curricular goals accreditation standards and evolving research priorities. Provide research consultations that help students faculty and researchers effectively navigate and leverage library resources to support coursework projects and scholarly research. Promote collections and services through targeted outreach instruction and engagement with stakeholders in the Kelley School of Business and the ONeill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Participate actively in library-wide initiatives departmental programs and campus events that enhance the visibility and impact of library resources.
Indiana University Libraries seeks a dynamic and collaborative Research and Collections Librarian to lead the development assessment and promotion of collections that support the teaching and research missions of the Kelley School of Business and the ONeill School of Public and Environmental Affairstwo of the nations top-ranked programs. This position plays a strategic role in shaping access to high-impact resources in business public policy government affairs and sustainability. Working as part of a three-librarian team at the Business/ SPEA Library the successful candidate will ensure that collections remain responsive to evolving curricular and research needs. This includes selecting and evaluating materials managing budgets and engaging with faculty and students to align resources with academic priorities. The IU Bloomington Libraries system is one of North Americas premier academic research libraries with over 10 million print volumes 60000 electronic journals and a renowned Moving Image Archive. The Research & Learning Division which houses this position fosters innovation inclusive learning and strategic partnerships across campus. Reporting to the Head of Sciences & Social Sciences the librarian will contribute to a department that supports curriculum and research for over 70% of IU Bloomington students. Responsibilities This position will: Serve as the lead collection strategist for Business and Public & Environmental Affairs overseeing selection evaluation and lifecycle management of monographs serials and databases. Conduct ongoing assessments of collections and research support services to identify emerging needs gaps and opportunities for innovation. Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to ensure collections align with curricular goals accreditation standards and evolving research priorities. Provide research consultations that help students faculty and researchers effectively navigate and leverage library resources to support coursework projects and scholarly research. Promote collections and services through targeted outreach instruction and engagement with stakeholders in the Kelley School of Business and the ONeill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Participate actively in library-wide initiatives departmental programs and campus events that enhance the visibility and impact of library resources.
Key Skills
- Organisational skills
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Research skills
- Teamwork
- Computer and Internet Literacy
- Leadership Experience
- Attention to detail
- Adaptable
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