Applied Sciences Librarian

University of Colorado Boulder

Boulder, Colorado

Application Deadline

Apply By May 31st, 2019

Wages

$66,000.00 per Other   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 Boulder Libraries seeks an Applied Sciences Librarian to support research and teaching and provide liaison services to departments in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (assignments determined based on experience and education of the incumbent). This position will provide innovative, responsive services to the assigned departments and the college as a whole. This position reports to the Director of the Sciences Department, and is part of a team of liaison librarians in the Libraries Sciences Department. We work across three libraries to support the teaching and research of scientists and engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder, as well as several research institutes and centers. 

What your key responsibilities will be: 

  • Developing strong working relationships with faculty and students in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, particularly in liaison departments and related interdisciplinary fields.
  • Undertaking outreach in liaison departments and across the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
  • Teaching effective information literacy for scientific and engineering research.
  • Providing research consultations to students and faculty via multiple methods, including in-person and online, and staffing research desks at appropriate locations.
  • Consulting with faculty and graduate students about scholarly communication, including author rights management and open access publishing.
  • Advocating for open and ethical scholarly communication practices in STEM disciplines.
  • Working with appropriate campus and libraries units to provide services for research data management, including conducting data management plan consultations, as necessary.
  • Managing collections in assigned liaison areas, including selecting and withdrawing materials and participating in collaborative collection development decisions.
  • Collaborating with branch colleagues and colleagues in other University Libraries departments, and participating in working groups and committees to support the users and achieve the Libraries’ mission and vision. 
  • Maintaining a consistent record of significant contributions in the areas of research and/or scholarly activity and service.

Additional Info & Requirements

What we require: 

  • Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent or relevant combination of professional library experience and terminal degree in related field with degree conferral by September 2019.
  • Demonstrated ability to advocate for and cultivate an environment that supports diversity, respect, and inclusion.
  • Demonstrated commitment to providing highly responsive teaching and learning practices.
  • Demonstrated experience or coursework in the sciences, engineering, and/or applied sciences.
  • Familiarity with current trends in library and information science including scholarly communication and research data management.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Potential for research, scholarly work, and professional service.

What we would like you to have: 

  • Experience with engineering or design-based disciplines (e.g. architectural, environmental, product, or experience design).
  • Experience with outreach to academic constituents.
  • Experience providing information literacy and research services in a STEM context.
  • Success in contextualizing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in STEM.
  • Ability to respond effectively to shifting needs and priorities of both the department and library constituents.
  • Record of professional service and scholarly or creative work. 

The Community

About the University and Libraries:

As the flagship University of a multi-campus system in the State of Colorado, CU Boulder is a dynamic community of scholars and learners situated on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country.  As one of 34 U.S. public institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—we have a proud tradition of academic excellence, with five Nobel laureates and more than 50 members of prestigious academic academies.

CU-Boulder has blossomed in size and quality since we opened our doors in 1877—attracting superb faculty, staff, and students and building strong programs in the sciences, engineering, business, law, arts, humanities, education, music, and many other disciplines. Today, with our sights set on becoming the standard for the great comprehensive public research universities of the new century, we strive to serve the people of Colorado and to engage with the world through excellence in our teaching, research, creative work, and service.  The University Libraries faculty and staff are diverse, talented, and passionate people who share this vision and mission. Librarians are engaged at all levels of the campus and hold full faculty status and rank. The Libraries, a member of the Association of Research Libraries, holds the largest collection in the Rocky Mountain region with over 12 million books, periodicals, government publications, audio-visual materials, microforms, maps, manuscripts, papers and computer-based resources. The Libraries faculty and staff collaborate internally, with colleagues beyond the campus, and with our clients to advance information literacy, intellectual freedom, lifelong learning, the disciplinary growth of information, and the amplification of knowledge.


About Boulder, Colorado:

Boulder and the surrounding area is known as one of the best places to live because of its spectacular setting, acres of open space, and vibrant atmosphere.  At 5,430 feet above sea level, acres of vast open space entwine into Boulder's cityscape nestled into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Home to approximately 90,000 residents, Boulder has a mild, dry climate with more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Boulder offers activities for every interest.  Over 80 miles of pedestrian and bike paths, as well as a convenient bus system, provide transportation around town and to the Denver metropolitan area. Photographers, music lovers, rock climbers, Olympians, artists, and others are drawn to this great city because of its scenic beauty, vibrant culture, and fabulous amenities. Boulder is just three hours from 11 ski resorts, 40 minutes from Denver, and moments from 43,000 acres of open space and trails. 

HR Info

Questions may be directed to George Karpoff, Search Coordinator, at George.Karpoff@colorado.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is recommended that applications be submitted by May 31st, 2019 in order to receive full consideration. Applications must be made on CU Boulder Jobs and must include:

  1. A letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position;
  2. CV or resume;
  3. Diversity statement.
    • The diversity statement should be a brief (no more than 1 page) discussion of your vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Libraries and this position. This statement could include a statement of values, relevant information about one’s background and experiences, ideas for serving a diverse campus community, particularly in libraries, or plans for bringing new perspectives to research, education, and service. Be as specific as possible. Please see the campus definition of inclusive excellence here

The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada@colorado.edu.

Questions may be directed to George Karpoff, Search Coordinator, at George.Karpoff@colorado.edu.

Posted May 6, 2019