From: Virginia Martin <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 19:36:09 +0000
Duke University Medical Center Library & Archives invites applications for
the position of Associate Director for Content and Discovery. The full job
ad appears below my signature line, but you can also access the ad and
learn more about Duke University and the Medical Center Library & Archives
here: https://mclibrary.duke.edu/about/employment#professional
Feel free to be in touch with me directly if you have any questions about
the position or application process.
Virginia Martin
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Head, Continuing Resource Acquisitions Department
Duke University Libraries, Box 90187
Durham, NC 27708
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*The Medical Center Library & Archives is committed to building a diverse
and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from
candidates of all races, genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural heritage or
nationalities; religious or political beliefs; sexual orientations or
gender identities; or socioeconomic, veteran or ability statuses.*
*Position available: Associate Director for Content and Discovery*
Duke University Medical Center Library & Archives is seeking applications
for an innovative, collaborative, and knowledgeable librarian with a broad
vision of collections and their role in scholarly communication in the
health sciences. This leadership position will oversee the collections,
advance research data management as a collections service, and share
expertise in scholarly communication. The Associate Director for Content
and Discovery is responsible for selecting, de-selecting, purchasing,
licensing, and ensuring intuitive access to the Library's electronic and
print monograph and journal collections, databases, and other electronic
resources. The Associate Director collaborates with staff in the Library,
Archives, and across Duke University to develop relevant research data
management services focusing on data description, and discovery. The
Associate Director also consults with researchers on scholarly
communication issues, including the NIH Public Access Policy, data sharing,
and other initiatives. As head of the resource management team, the
Associate Director also supervises the Electronic Resources and
Acquisitions Manager, Access Services Manager, and Interlibrary
Loan/Document Delivery Manager. This leadership position is a key member of
the Library's planning and management groups
*Collections and Resource Management*
· Facilitates short and long range planning for the library's
collections based on the priorities of Duke Health and trends in scholarly
communication.
· Coordinates and manages the evaluation and selection of
monographs, serials, databases, and other resources, both electronic and
print, for acquisition or cancellation.
· Allocates collections budgets for print and electronic books,
databases, and electronic knowledge resources; and monitors expenditures on
an ongoing basis in order to effectively provide the resources needed in
support of Duke Health.
· Analyzes and shares usage data to inform collection development,
budgetary return on investment, and resource promotion.
· Maintains business relationships with -- and gauges the
performance of – publishers, monograph and journal vendors, agents, and
dealers.
· Negotiates and reviews licenses for all electronic resources.
Works with the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN), other campus
libraries, and other consortia on the analysis and negotiation of shared
vendor contracts.
· Identifies ways to streamline review, selection, ordering and
processing procedures.
· Oversees the maintenance of multiple knowledge bases to ensure
accurate holdings and to facilitate a simple user experience for patrons.
*Data Services and Scholarly Communication*
· Partners with staff in Library, Archives, and others across the
institution to develop appropriate research data management services with a
focus on data description and discovery.
· Provides expertise and consultation to faculty, staff, and
students on issues in scholarly communication, including open access
publishing, copyright, and open science initiatives.
· Works with other library staff to facilitate institutional
compliance with the NIH Public Access Policy.
· Monitors trends and develops expertise in publishing and pricing
models, and developments in scholarly communication.
*Administrative and General Operations:*
· Supervises Electronic Resources and Acquisitions Manager, Access
Services Manager, and Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery Manager.
· Promotes opportunities for training and continuing education for
department staff to enhance their expertise in relevant areas.
· Ensures that accurate and current departmental policies and
procedures are maintained and followed.
· Ensures collection and reporting of departmental statistics.
· Answers queries from patrons and staff regarding the Library's
serials collections, and access issues for electronic resources.
*Other Duties:*
· Coordinates the MCL&A disaster recovery plan with Library
Administration and regional planning groups.
· Assists with reference and other services as needed for the daily
operations of the library.
· Actively participates in the Library’s committees, task forces and
special initiatives.
· Represents the Medical Center Library externally on committees and
task forces.
· Serves as library’s representative on Duke and TRLN committees
related to serials and collection development.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
*Education/Experience:*
*Required:*
· Masters in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination
of other education and experience.
· A minimum of 5 years of library experience with increasing project
management and/or supervisory responsibilities.
*Preferred:*
· ALA accredited degree.
· Management training.
· Membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals.
*Specific Skills/Knowledge:*
*Required:*
· Experience in collection management and negotiating licenses.
· Ability to provide leadership in a team-oriented organization.
· Excellent supervisory and/or project management skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment.
· Ability to work independently and as well as collaboratively in a
complex, fast-paced environment.
· Demonstrated initiative and flexibility in adapting to change.
· Knowledge and interest in expanding and changing library
environments and technologies.
*Preferred:*
· Knowledge of health sciences journals, databases, and monographs.
· Knowledge of trends in open science, data sharing, and data
management.
· Strong computer skills and understanding of IT applications in
health science libraries.
· Ability to interpret copyright law in relation to provision of
library services.
Visit our website at https://mclibrary.duke.edu/about/employment to view
the full description.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary for this position is competitive and based on experience and
education. Duke University offers excellent benefit packages, vacation and
sick leave, and support for professional development.
DATE
Available immediately. Review of applications will begin on February 18,
2019.
TO APPLY
Please send cover letter(s), CV, and the names, addresses (mailing and
e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references via email to:
Vanessa Sellars, Associate Director, Administrative Services,
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*Duke is committed to building an inclusive and diverse university
community. Every student, faculty, and staff member - whatever their race,
gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage or nationality; religious or
political beliefs; sexual orientation or gender identity; or socioeconomic,
veteran or ability status - has the right to inclusion, respect, agency and
voice in the Duke community. Further, all members of the University
community have a responsibility to uphold these values and actively foster
full participation in university life.*
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