E-Resources position at Indiana University Libraries

[Ann Okerson <ann.okerson@yale.edu>]

THE INDIANA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES MANAGER

The Indiana University Libraries are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic
librarian for the position of IU Libraries Electronic Resources Manager
for the Digital Library of Indiana University. This position will report
to the Associate Vice President for Digital Library Development who is
also the Ruth Lilly University Dean of University Libraries at Indiana
University Bloomington. The incumbent will also work in consultation with
the Council of Head Librarians, which includes the directors of libraries
on the eight IU campuses.  

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA-accredited master�s degree in library or
information science, or the equivalent combination of education and
experience in an academic setting. Demonstrated experience in the
acquisition of electronic resources and negotiation of electronic resource
licenses and pricing preferably for an academic consortium, knowledge of
copyright and licensing issues in a networked environment. Excellent oral
and written communication skills. Proven ability to work independently and
collegially in a complex, diverse, and rapidly changing environment.
Ability to build consensus and find areas of mutual interest among
participants. Ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track
appointment. Preferred: Publishing or library experience. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and rank are negotiable and competitive,
depending upon qualifications and experience. This is a tenure-track
academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves.
Benefits include a university health care plan, TIAA/CREF
retirement/annuity plan, group life insurance, and liberal vacation and
sick leave.  

TO APPLY:  Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2003. The
position will remain open until filled. Please send letter of application,
professional vita, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of four
references to:  Yolanda Cooper, Assistant Dean for Libraries Human
Resources, Indiana University Libraries, Main Library 201A, Bloomington,
IN 47405. Phone: (812) 855-8196.  Fax: (812) 855-2576.  E-mail:
libpers@indiana.edu.  

For more information about Indiana University Libraries go to:
http://www.indiana.edu/.  Indiana University is strongly committed to
achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively
encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color,
applicants with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented
groups.  Indiana University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.

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