The University Library at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position of Social Sciences Librarian. The Social Sciences Librarian will join a growing team of librarians seeking to understand and respond to changing user needs and objectives within an equity and inclusion framework. Under the direction of the Head of Learning, Research & Engagement, the Social Sciences Librarian will support the library's strategic priorities related to student success, teaching/learning, research, and scholarly communication in the social sciences. The library supports flexible work arrangements including schedules that combine on-campus and remote work.
For this position, we seek a user-focused individual with a teaching and learning mindset to lead the library in envisioning its role in support of social science research, teaching, and learning. The library has established social sciences support through our research consultation services, author services, Special Collections & Archives, and the University Library Center for Digital Scholarship, and looks to this position to identify new opportunities and pathways for engaging with social science students, faculty, and researchers. We welcome candidates who are seeking to launch a career in social science librarianship and/or established librarians seeking professional growth.
For additional details and to apply: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01459
The initial review date is March 1, 2023. All applications received by this date are guaranteed consideration.
Applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the position, the campus, and the University Library. If interested, please register using the links provided:
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 from noon – 1:00 pm PT (registration)
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Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm PT (registration)
The attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript.
Inquiries and nominations may be directed to Katharin Peter, Head of Learning, Research & Engagement (kapeter@ucsc.edu).
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Sent on behalf of the Selection Review Committee (SRC):
Katharin Peter, Hiring Supervisor
Annette Marines, SRC Chair
Christy Caldwell, SRC Member
Teresa Mora, SRC Member
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