 |
| Date Posted |
02/26/2010 |
| Job Title |
Research Librarian |
| Organization |
Univ. of Virginia School of Law |
| Environment |
Academic Library |
| City |
Charlottesville |
| State |
VA |
| Hours |
Full-Time |
| Hire Status |
Direct Hire |
| Job Level |
MLS/MLIS Required |
| Job Description |
The University of Virginia School of Law seeks a faculty- and
student-oriented Research Librarian for a position responsible for in-depth
research assistance to law faculty. The person in this position will promote
research services to law faculty members and maintain awareness of faculty
research interests. The person will participate in scheduled reference desk
duty, be responsible for teaching in the Advanced Legal Research Program,
work with a group of selectors to evaluate and improve information
resources, and contribute to the Law Library's web presence.
The Law Library places a strong emphasis on high-quality research support
for the faculty and reference service to students and public patrons. This
position will be a part of a dynamic and creative team of research
librarians who work in a collaborative environment. The position will allow
for career development in any of several directions, including empirical
research, business research, and international and foreign legal research.
Background in any of these areas is a plus.
M.L.S. and/or J.D. required. Job requirements include demonstrated ability
to work both independently and on a team; with sophistication in information
technologies; with The University of Virginia School of Law seeks a faculty-
and student-oriented Research Librarian for a position responsible for
in-depth research assistance to law faculty. The person in this position
will promote research services to law faculty members and maintain awareness
of faculty research interests. The person will participate in scheduled
reference desk duty, be responsible for teaching in the Advanced Legal
Research Program, work with a group of selectors to evaluate and improve
information resources, and contribute to the Law Library's web presence.
The Law Library places a strong emphasis on high-quality research support
for the faculty and reference service to students and public patrons. This
position will be a part of a dynamic and creative team of research
librarians who work in a collaborative environment. The position will allow
for career development in any of several directions, including empirical
research, business research, and international and foreign legal research.
Background in any of these areas is a plus.
M.L.S. and/or J.D. required. Job requirements include demonstrated ability
to work both independently and on a team; with sophistication in information
technologies; with effective communication skills when speaking and writing;
with creativity and flexibility; and with the desire for professional growth
and development.
Apply on-line at http://jobs.virginia.edu (Posting Number 0605124). Complete
a Candidate Profile and include a cover letter, a resume, and the names of
three references.
Review of applications will begin on March 17, 2010; however, the position
will remain open until filled.
The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
For Thomas Jefferson, learning was an integral part of life. The "academical
village" was created around the assumption that learning is a lifelong and
shared process, and that interaction between scholars and students enlivens
the pursuit of knowledge.
University Human Resources strives to identify applicants who will
contribute as high potential employees, leaders and managers. We employ
individuals who foster and promote the University mission and purpose.
Successful candidates exemplify uncommon integrity; they are honest,
trusted, team-oriented and live the core values of the University. These
candidates display great judgment, by practicing evidence-based
decision-making. They are strategically focused by contributing to and
achieving department goals and vision. They set high performance standards
and hold themselves accountable by aggressively executing these standards.
These employees also develop a deep passion for the University and the
impact it has on students, faculty, alumni and community. Successful
candidates identify their personal career goals and development
opportunities, and as supervisors, help their staff do the same. They
contribute to team success by leading talent, through their individual
efforts and by leading and developing their teams.
Please see http://jobs.virginia.edu (Posting Number 0605124) for more details.
Best wishes,
- Jon
Jon Ashley
Business Research Librarian
Univ. of Virginia School of Law
jaa6c@virginia.edu |
|
 |
|
Hot Jobs!