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The Special Collections Research Center is the principal repository of rare books, manuscripts, and archives in the University of Chicago Library:  https://www.lib.uchicago.edu/scrc/. Rare books and early manuscripts in Special Collections include Homer, Byzantine Gospels and liturgical texts, Renaissance humanism, English court and manorial documents, history of religion and philosophy, history of science and medicine, printed works of Fr�d�ric Chopin, historical children’s books, European Jewish life and culture, and English and American modern poetry.

Under the direction of the Curator of Rare Books, the Special Collections Metadata Librarian provides leadership, coordination, and management of cataloging activities, creation of metadata, and discovery of rare and unique holdings of Special Collections. Performs cataloging according to Descriptive Cataloging for Rare Materials (DCRM) standards for printed and manuscript materials, including codex manuscripts. Works in close collaboration with the Library’s Technical Services Department and Integrated Library Systems. As part of the team of metadata librarians in the Library, provides expertise and strategic direction on metadata standards for special collections resources, and participates in local and national metadata initiatives.  Plans, develops, implements, and oversees projects to catalog hidden collections. In collaboration with the Curator of Rare Books, supervises the work of student assistants.

Essential Functions:

Metadata Creation and Management 

Liaison with Library Technical Services Department 

Supervision and coordination 

Public Services 

Other Functions 

Qualifications

Requirements:

Preferred:

Physical Demands:  Ability to lift a 40-pound box

Application Instructions

The Search Committee will evaluate candidates' record and accomplishments in order to determine their ability to interact respectfully and effectively orally and in writing with diverse constituencies including faculty, students, colleagues, and community members; ability to work with library users individually and in groups; ability to perform complex problem solving and decision making; and the ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and implement projects and a record of demonstrated commitment to professional development.

To Apply: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and reference contact information online through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruiting website: apply.interfolio.com/70110. Review of applications will begin after November 15, 2019. Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. 

Salary and Benefits: Appointment salary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include retirement plan, insurance, and paid time off.

Questions: Contact Kara Hastings, HR Generalist, [log in to unmask]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-1032 or email [log in to unmask] with their request.

 

Larisa Walsh

Head, Metadata Management Services

Regenstein Library

University of Chicago

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phone: 773-702-3450