From: Ramune Kubilius <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Wed, 1 Aug 2018 14:26:04 +0000

Galter Health Sciences Library & Learning Center, Feinberg School of
Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago

Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Librarian

This position is a non-tenure eligible appointment at the rank of
Librarian Faculty.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Galter Health Sciences Library, Northwestern University, Feinberg
School of Medicine is accepting applications for the position of
Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Librarian. The Acquisitions and
Electronic Resources Librarian coordinates the acquisition,
activation, maintenance, and usage analysis of resources for the
Galter Health Sciences Library.

POSITION REPORTS TO: Head, Collection Management and Metadata Services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Acquisitions and Electronic Resources Librarian gathers
information associated with potential new products and trials.
Establishes vendor relations, including license review and
negotiation. Coordinates licensing of shared resources among Galter
Library, affiliated hospital libraries, and other university
libraries. Coordinates orders, payments, and activation processes for
electronic resources. Manages collections budget. Manages and
maintains proxy server and OpenURL link resolvers. Troubleshoots and
resolves electronic resources problems and security issues.
Consolidates vendor-supplied usage data (both COUNTER and non-COUNTER
compliant). Synthesizes and analyzes data to create actionable usage
reports.  Collaborates in the administration of ExLibris Alma
integrated library services platform and Primo discovery platform.
Assists with library's collection development related initiatives and
activities. Explores new resources and emerging technologies,
evaluates their relevance to library goals and user needs, and works
with information systems personnel to implement new tools and services
as appropriate. Develops documentation of best practices, process
improvements, procedures, policies, and guidelines regarding
acquisitions and resource management. Assists with promotion and
outreach efforts related to library’s e-resources.  Creates and
updates library web pages pertaining to e-resource access, discovery,
troubleshooting, and related topics. Participates on committees, task
forces, and special projects related to acquisitions, discovery and
e-resources as appropriate.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program
Minimum 3 years of experience working with acquisitions and electronic
resources in an integrated library system
Demonstrated experience working with vendors, publishers, and
subscription agents
Experience negotiating and reviewing license agreements
Evidence of collaborative troubleshooting and creative problem solving
Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and
organizational skills
Strong customer service focus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Experience managing a collections budget in a health sciences or
academic library environment
Working knowledge of Ex Libris Alma and Primo systems
Experience working with EZproxy or other authentication and remote
access software
Experience with electronic resources usage statistics standard
(COUNTER) and protocol (SUSHI)
Familiarity with cataloging and metadata workflows and services;
knowledge of cataloging standards, including MARC and RDA; familiarity
with non-MARC metadata concepts and schemas, such as Dublin Core and
RDF; knowledge of metadata delivery formats, such as XML and JSON
Evidence of initiative and flexibility
Demonstrated commitment to personal continuing education and
involvement in the profession

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications: until filled

In order to apply for this position, applicants must submit a cover
letter and resume/curriculum vitae to [log in to unmask]
Please reference the job title and job opening ID (Job ID 34103) in
the email.

Located in the heart of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, Northwestern
University Feinberg School of Medicine has built a national reputation
for excellence through a strong history of collaboration,
interdisciplinary medical education, and research. Along with
Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Medical Faculty
Foundation, it is part of the premier academic medical center known as
Northwestern Medicine. The Galter Health Sciences Library, a division
of NUCATS, Northwestern’s clinical and translational sciences
institute, shares Northwestern’s commitment to excellence, and fosters
the creation and sharing of knowledge among the faculty, staff, and
students of the Feinberg School of Medicine and its affiliates.
Library staff and faculty strive to improve and enhance health care
through innovation and leadership in the organization, delivery,
management, and use of quality information to support the educational,
research, and patient care needs of our users.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals
with disabilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.