The Syracuse University Libraries Department of Research and Scholarship (DRS) invites applications for the role of Collection Development and Analysis Librarian. DRS is home to the subject, research data, open scholarship, and collection development and analysis librarians in the Syracuse University Libraries. The department supports the research, teaching, scholarship, and creative work of the Syracuse University community through collection development, information literacy instruction, and research services. The department's librarians represent the interests of schools and colleges in developing dynamic library collections and services to advance the success of the University community. Four functional teams within DRS (Collections, Research Impact, Subject Instruction, and Digital & Open Scholarship) collaborate to emphasize collections, services, and programming within their areas of focus and among their constituencies.
This position resides in the Collections Team, comprised of four librarians. Within this structure, the team develops initiatives to build, evaluate, and promote collections in all formats through:
- Increasing awareness of collections among University community through activities such as curated events and displays
- Understanding user needs by soliciting and reviewing collections-related feedback and suggestions
- Evaluating collections, incorporating information about user needs and participating in assessment activities
- Contributing to the Libraries' collections infrastructure by documenting workflows, providing collections mentorship and participating in and planning professional development and training opportunities
In addition to team efforts, the Collection Development and Analysis Librarian will provide broad-based budgetary management, review, evaluate, and negotiate for significant resources that support the University's goals. This individual will be expected to consult with colleagues within the collections team, the department, and the libraries to understand the needs and the goals of the University. The individual will also work closely with the Collections Lead Librarian, the Associate Dean for Research Excellence, and the Head of Collections and Research Services to develop over all strategies for meeting the information needs of the University.
The structure and wide range of professional and subject expertise within the Department of Research and Scholarship will provide an engaging professional community. Department librarians will support the Collection Development and Analysis Librarian's work through collaboration, relationship building, and peer mentorship, and the Libraries provide many opportunities for professional development and work-life balance.
A complete and detailed job description for the role, with instructions on how to apply, can be found here: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/88490
The Syracuse University Libraries is dedicated to an inclusive and equitable workforce. We are fully committed to hiring and developing diverse talent and believe deeply in equity, diversity of race/ethnicity, gender identity, abilities, veteran status, and all the other characteristics that make us different. We are committed to reducing physical barriers in the workspace and ensuring that all applicants and employees receive reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of any given role. We strongly encourage those who share these values to apply and welcome applicants with a range of experience and qualifications.
We welcome applications for the position at any rank. The minimum starting salary for each librarian rank at Syracuse University is:
- Assistant Librarian: $50,000/year
- Senior Assistant Librarian: $55,000/year
- Associate Librarian: $65,000/year
- Librarian: $75,000/year
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, March 21st.
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John Olson
Gov and Geo Librarian
Syracuse University
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