Natural Sciences & Engineering Collections Coordinator and Research Librarian

The Natural Sciences & Engineering Collections Coordinator and Research Librarian creates and implements high-level collecting strategies for the Natural Sciences & Engineering department in collaboration with department members and the Head of Collection Strategy and Development.  They lead efforts to evaluate and promote collections across multiple formats. They work with library colleagues to provide exceptional research support for students, staff, and faculty across the STEM disciplines.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with Natural Sciences & Engineering librarians, coordinates department-level collections decision-making, collections analysis, and relevant team projects; fosters collaboration among subject librarians and Collections Services colleagues
• Represents Natural Sciences & Engineering in decision-making groups related to collections and other relevant committees
• Develops and manages library collections in relevant disciplines with a focus on diversity of formats and perspectives
• Promotes collections and resources to library colleagues and Duke researchers
• Uses data and assessment techniques to support evidence-based changes to services, programs, and user experience
• Provides in-depth, specialized research consultation for students, faculty, and visiting scholars in the STEM fields
• Provides guidance on evidence synthesis/systematic literature reviews performed by Duke students, faculty, and staff
• Monitors trends in scholarly publishing to inform outreach, programming, and library collections and services
• Participates in division-wide collective responsibilities, including chat reference
• Contributes to other departmental and library goals and initiatives as needed. Displays continuing growth in professional and subject knowledge and takes an active interest in the profession. Participates in professional organizations, and serves the library, University, or community through committee work or other professional capacities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications

It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning, and a commitment to creating a culture of inclusion that values and respects diversity of perspective, background, and experience.

Education:

Required:  Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent combination of a relevant advanced degree and experience.

Preferred: BA/BS degree in science discipline or equivalent academic training.

Experience

Required:

• Evidence of commitment to diversity and the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Three or more years of experience supporting science researchers and students in an academic, research, or special library
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member
• Aptitude and interest in learning new tools and skills to support modern research methods
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality user experience

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience applying evidence synthesis and/or systematic review methodologies within an academic discipline
• Experience or demonstrated interest in developing, assessing, and managing collections
• Experience supporting researchers in STEM fields, especially engineering and/or the physical sciences

Working Conditions

• Occasionally works in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is possible
• Occasionally positions self to reach high and low shelves
• Normal office environment
• Occasional weekend and/or evening shifts required.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. This description is subject to change at any time.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience; the anticipated salary is $63,500-$82,400. Comprehensive benefits package includes 20 days vacation, 14 holidays, 12 days sick leave; health, dental, disability and life insurance and support for professional development and training.

Environment

Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the Perkins Library, Bostock Library, Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Lilly Library, and Music Library, and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke's library holdings of 6.2 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States. 

Duke is a diverse community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people. We recognize that the workplace only truly flourishes with an active presence of different backgrounds and unique abilities. We value the unseen perspective, the unheard voice, and the unnoticed ideas. We hope to give a platform of growth and connection, where employees can be free to produce new ways of thinking to promote inclusion and respect for all. Duke University Libraries encourages an environment where shared goals are reached by exceptional individuals.             

Duke's hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the best places to live and to do business.

Duke offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes both traditional benefits such as health insurance, leave time and retirement, as well as wide ranging work/life and cultural benefits. Details can be found at:  http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/index.php.

Application

Cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references should be submitted to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27928. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority given to those who apply by August 24, 2024.

Applications which are missing any of the components listed above will not be reviewed.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The Duke University Libraries have a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of our staff.