Relocation to the Salt Lake City, Utah area is required and will be financially supported by house hunting and moving allowances. This position is currently designed primarily on-campus with flexibility for limited remote work based on the needs of the position and authorized at the discretion of the Associate Dean.
Aligned with the University's commitment to " Celebrating U Completely," we seek qualified applicants who bring perspectives and experiences that will enrich and strengthen our organization and enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts on our campus. We invite applications from candidates who may not have followed a traditional educational or professional path.
To learn about the position or to share a nomination, please reach out to Melanie Hawks, Assistant Dean for DEI and Director of Library Human Resources, at melanie.hawks@utah.edu. Additional information about the application process can be found at https://lib.utah.edu/faculty-faq.php
Required Qualifications
- ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or the equivalent combination of a relevant advanced degree and experience
- 3 years experience working in a curatorial role with rare and antiquarian materials
- Knowledge of technological developments and historical movements in book history, from records of written communication in antiquity through East Asian, European, and American printing practices, to current trends
- Familiarity with two or more subject areas represented within the collection, including the history of science, the American West, the European Enlightenment, Arabic manuscripts, the fine press movement, and contemporary book arts
- Knowledge of environmental and security needs of collection materials and familiarity with accessioning, organization, processing, and maintenance of collections
- Experience in teaching with primary research materials and developing course offerings with subject experts in a wide range of disciplines
- Ability to work closely with colleagues in other departments in Special Collections and divisions within the Library
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years experience working directly with primary research materials in a Special Collections, archives, museum, or the rare book trade
- Experience with leadership, supervision, and training full-time and/or student staff
- Reading, writing, or speaking skills in a second language
- Ability to create or continue open communication and cooperation with state of Utah institutions and public entities
- Demonstrated proficiency and capability with information technology systems in the context of an academic library
- Experience working on academic research projects using primary research materials, including contributing to grant applications or project oversight
Compensation: Appointment is anticipated at the Assistant Librarian rank. We do not plan to appoint at the rank of Associate Librarian or to hire with tenure. The salary range budgeted for this position is $63,000 to 66,000. Excellent benefits include a 14.2% retirement contribution to TIAA- CREF/Fidelity, medical and dental coverage, and generous paid sick and vacation time.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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