UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME – NOTRE DAME, IN
Bibliographer for Classics and Byzantine Studies. The University Libraries of Notre Dame invite applications for a library faculty position (non tenure-track) in Classics and Byzantine Studies. Under the Head of the Department of Collection Development and in consultation with the relevant teaching faculty, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and administration of the Classics and Byzantine Studies Collections in all formats, including, print, microfilm and electronic. He or she will also provide advanced reference and research assistance in relevant subjects, as well as instruction and consultation as appropriate, and will work with the Library Advancement Officer in seeking donor and grant funding, and with the Preservation and Conservation Department in matters relating to the preservation of the collections.
A graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited school or an appropriate advanced degree and a strong academic background in relevant fields are required. Proficiency in Greek and Latin is essential and a solid reading knowledge of at least one foreign language, preferably German, is required. Experience in collection development is highly desirable along with strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, proficiency with electronic resources, and proven ability to work well with colleagues.
Librarians at Notre Dame are non-tenure track members of the faculty. The University of Notre Dame is a highly selective, national, Catholic, teaching and research university where approximately 8,300 undergraduates and 3,400 graduate students pursue a broad range of studies. The Hesburgh Libraries house approximately 3 million volumes and currently subscribe to nearly 17,000 serials. The Libraries have a staff of 198 including 48 librarians.
Electronic submission of application documents is strongly encouraged. To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references to: Michelle Stenberg, Library Administrative Offices, 221 Hesburgh Library, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Stenberg.2@nd.edu. Initial review of applications will begin February 1, 2010 and will continue until a successful candidate is chosen. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds.