Lippincott Library
University of Pennsylvania Libraries , Philadelphia, PA
The University of Pennsylvania is a private, Ivy League comprehensive research university in Philadelphia founded in 1740 by Benjamin Franklin and his circle. It comprises twelve schools, 3,800 faculty and an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, equally divided between undergraduate and graduate/professional school students.
The University of Pennsylvania Library system includes fifteen libraries and an off-site high density storage facility. System-wide scholarly resources number nearly 6 million books, 44,000 current serials (of which 16,000 are e-journals) and 700 databases. The library is a leader in the development of digital library services and collections and is aggressively experimenting with and adopting new technology in research and teaching, including courseware.
Position Scope:
The University of Pennsylvania seeks qualified candidates for the position of Business Research Librarian to provide high-quality, customer-oriented business information services to the Wharton School of Business and the larger University of Pennsylvania community. The Business Research Librarian will work collaboratively with the staff of the Lippincott Library of the Wharton School and the Penn Libraries system to create, test, and apply technology-based products that enhance digital delivery of services.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Work with a team of five business librarians to provide research/reference support in person (reference desk, through appointments) and virtually (email, IM, text).
• Develop and grow liaison relationships with several of the Wharton School’s academic departments and Research Centers.
• Plan, direct and/or implement special projects involving library promotion and outreach activities.
• Create and maintain guides to information resources.
• Design and teach resource instruction sessions. Investigate opportunities for technology-based instruction.
• Train and supervise undergraduate student assistants.
• Participate in evening and weekend service schedules.
Qualifications:
Required: An MLS degree, or its equivalent in theory and practice. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Ability to establish effective relationships with diverse constituencies including faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students, and staff. Evidence of initiative, creativity and a collaborative approach in past activities. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collegially. Familiarity with commercial business databases. Understanding of basic business concepts and vocabulary. Business reference experience. Librarian B, in addition to above, will have 1-2 years of experience preferably in an academic or research library.
Desired: Course work in business or relevant social science disciplines. Experience conducting library presentations or teaching in an academic environment. Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in teaching with technology in higher education.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Includes a generous benefits package – additional information available at http://www.hr.upenn.edu/jobs/benefits.asp.
Applications:
Potential candidates are invited to submit a letter of application which addresses the needs and qualifications of the position, along with their resume and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references who can address the suitability of the candidate for the position described, as well as complete an on-line employment application at http://www.hr.upenn.edu/jobs (Job Reference # 100328182).
https://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1272153521538
To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by May 14, 2010. The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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