Romance Languages Research and Instruction Librarian

University Libraries, University of Colorado at Boulder

Research and Instruction

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$52,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Boulder, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Academic

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Job Description

The University of Colorado at Boulder Libraries invites applications from innovative and enthusiastic service-oriented professionals for the position of Romance Languages Research and Instruction Librarian. The Romance Languages Research and Instruction Librarian is a tenure-stream faculty position reporting to the Faculty Director of Research and Instruction. Duties include general and specialized reference in the social sciences and humanities, including responsibilities associated with an information commons; virtual reference; instruction services and classroom teaching as part of an active library instruction program; and selecting library materials in the areas of Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Comparative Literature. This position serves as the primary liaison to the Spanish and Portuguese, French and Italian, and Comparative Literature and Humanities departments and assumes primary responsibility for the development and delivery of research and instructional services for students and faculty in these units. The Romance Languages librarian supports the integration of new technologies into the Department of Research and Instruction and actively participates in departmental policy planning and delivery of services. The Department of Research and Instruction provides virtual and in-depth personal reference and instructional services to the students and faculty of the University of Colorado at Boulder and specializes in services and collections for the social sciences and humanities. Significant parts of the responsibilities of this position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Position Requirements: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school; undergraduate or graduate degree in a language or literature field; fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Italian; familiarity with providing reference for the humanities or social sciences; familiarity with library instruction or teaching; demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively; strong interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; and potential for research, scholarly work, and/or professional achievement. Appointment and Salary: The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time (12 month), tenure-stream faculty member. Depending upon professional experience and demonstrated accomplishments in scholarly activity, creative work, and service, appointment may be at the level of senior instructor, assistant professor, or above. Starting salary range is up to $52,000 depending upon qualifications. Benefits include 22 working days vacation; 10 paid holidays; liberal sick leave; University group health care plan; group life insurance; TIAA/CREF retirement/annuity; and support for scholarly/professional activities. Tenured librarians are eligible for sabbatical leave.

HR Info

Application Process: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by Friday, March 12, 2010. Application must be made online at www.jobsatcu.com, referring to posting number 809441, and must include a letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position; CV or resume; and names with postal addresses, email, and telephone numbers of at least three references. Questions may be directed to Dylan Wiersma, Search Coordinator, at Dylan.Wiersma@colorado.edu. The full position description can be viewed at http://ucblibraries.colorado.edu/about/jobromancelang.htm. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. In addition, the University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

Posted Feb 17, 2010