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[Davis, Betty J]

INDIANA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES-BLOOMINGTON
Curator of Manuscripts, Lilly Library
(Associate Librarian or Librarian)

The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries seek a dynamic, innovative, and experienced individual to serve in the position of Curator of Manuscripts for the Lilly Library.

Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington has grown from a small state seminary into the flagship campus of a great public university with over 39,000 students and 1,800 faculty. With a world-renowned research reputation, IUB is also known for its innovative academic programs and attentiveness to undergraduates. The campus covers over 1,800 wooded acres and is distinctive for both its park-like beauty and an architectural heritage inspired by local craftsmanship in limestone.

The IUB Libraries (http://www.libraries.iub.edu/) are one of the leading academic research library systems in North America, providing strong collections, quality service and instructional programs, and leadership in the application of information technologies.  The IU Libraries system consists of eighteen libraries or units on the Bloomington campus, five libraries in Indianapolis, and a library at each of the six campuses across the state. The IUB collections include more than 6.6 million books, journals, maps, films, and sound recordings in over 900 languages. The materials support every academic discipline on campus, with an emphasis in the humanities and social sciences.

The Lilly Library is the rare books, manuscripts, and special collection library of the IUB Libraries, which serves as a resource for scholars throughout the world.  Its holdings include about 400,000 books, more than 100,000 pieces of sheet music, and more than 7.5 million manuscripts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position Duties Include:
*       In coordination with the Director of the Lilly Library and the Curator of Books, manages acquisitions of manuscript materials for the Lilly Library, including selection of materials acquired by purchase and gift.  Consults with the Lilly Library Director on collection development policy.
*       In consultation with the Head of Technical Services and in coordination with the Manuscripts cataloger, determines priorities of collections to be processed and cataloged.
*       Curates exhibitions of Lilly Library materials, and consults with other curators of Lilly Library exhibitions regarding relevant manuscript materials for exhibitions.
*       Makes decisions on requests for exhibition of manuscript items from the Lilly Library collections.
*       In consultation with the Libraries Preservation staff, makes decisions on proper housing and treatment for manuscript items in the Lilly Library collections, including selection of manuscript materials to be housed in the Auxiliary Library Facility.  Sets priorities for examination and conservation review of manuscript items.
*       Consults with the Public Services Department concerning the use of the manuscript collections in regard to restrictions, permissions that may be required regarding photo duplication, and user requests for exceptions to Lilly Library policies and procedures for manuscripts.  This includes keeping the Public Services Department advised of changes in copyright holders, and on the processing status of new collections and their availability to researchers.
*       Assists the Public Services Department with complex reference questions related to manuscript materials in the collections, and works with Lilly Library patrons doing research in the Library's manuscript collections.
*       Makes presentations to classes, student groups, faculty members, and others, about the Lilly Library and its manuscript holdings.
*       Produces guides, articles, and other writings describing the Lilly Library and its manuscript collections.
*       Accessions all manuscript materials.
*       Processes and catalogs manuscript materials, individual items, collections, as well as additions to collections, using nationally accepted arrangement and description standards, creating collection level descriptions, EAD finding aids and MARC records.
*       Plans, directs, and reviews the work of part time staff, students, and interns, and collaborates with other Lilly Library staff in processing and cataloging manuscripts.
*       Plans and undertakes a project to bring the Lilly Library's Medieval manuscripts into an automated environment.  Actively fosters the growth of the Medieval manuscript collections.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:  ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library or Information Science, or equivalent educational experience; advanced degree in a subject field relevant to the Lilly Library's manuscript collections, or equivalent educational experience; minimum 5 years experience working with manuscripts, archives and special collections, preferably in an academic library. Strong analytical, writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Knowledge of the history of the production and uses of manuscripts. Knowledge of, and experience with, automated bibliographical databases, including MARC, EAD and DACS, and the ability to maintain an awareness of current developments in technology relating to manuscript and archival processing. Working knowledge and understanding of the use of bibliographical, genealogical, and codicological reference tools (in both print and electronic format), appropriate to manuscript materials. Reading knowledge of one or more Western European ancient or modern languages, preferably Latin, French, Spanish, or German.  The ability to lift 40 pounds.  The ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track position.

Desired: Knowledge of European paleography of the Medieval, Renaissance and Early Modern periods. Knowledge of preservation and conservation practices for manuscript materials. Knowledge of copyright law and rulings relevant to unpublished materials; knowledge of privacy and open access laws. Supervisory experience of staff and student personnel.

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 July 7, 2008.  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:

Jennifer Chaffin
Human Resources Director
Indiana University Libraries
Herman B Wells Library 201A
Bloomington, IN 47405
812-855-8196
Fax: 812-855-2576
e-mail:  libpers at indiana.edu<mailto:libpers at indiana.edu>

For more information about Indiana University Bloomington go to http://www.iub.edu<http://www.iub.edu/>.  Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Indiana University has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds.


Betty Davis
Libraries Human Resources
Herman B Wells Library 201A
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN  47405
812-855-8196