University of Rochester - Physics Optics Astronomy Librarian

Job Descroption - Physics Optics Astronomy Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY:
The University of Rochester seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented librarian to join a team of subject librarians in the Science and Engineering Libraries.  This librarian will supervise the Physics-Optics-Astronomy (POA) Library and its staff, and provide liaison services to the Physics and Astronomy Department and the Institute of Optics.

The POA Librarian shares responsibility with other librarians in the Science and Engineering Libraries for developing high quality collections and delivering both general and specialized reference, research, instructional services and e-science information services.  Within this context, the POA Librarian develops strong connections with faculty and students, participates in long-term planning, conducts on-going assessments of collections and services, develops web-based guides and other research and learning products, collaborates on special projects, and serves on committees and task forces as needed.  Librarians are expected to participate in professional development opportunities to maintain and upgrade knowledge and skills.  The librarian in this position reports to the Director of Science and Engineering Libraries.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
ALA-accredited Master's degree in library or information science; strong communication and organizational skills; strong commitment to public service; the ability to work effectively with diverse library users and staff; experience with scientific information sources; demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment.

Preferred:
One or more years of relevant experience, preferably in an academic research library; a degree of course work in physical sciences; knowledge of e-science and scientific data; innovation in delivering information services.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply Online: http://rochester.edu/working/hr/jobs/