Silver - Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science
Indiana University Bloomington Libraries’ Lilly Library seeks an innovative, collegial, and experienced librarian to serve as its inaugural Silver-Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science. With the Library’s collections of dermatology, medicine, and science as the focus, the new curator will develop an active outreach program to students, faculty, and an international community of scholars, as well as the local community of Bloomington and beyond. The IU Libraries are investing in the Lilly Library by creating innovative staff and librarian positions. This is one of the exciting opportunities to join Indiana University’s principal rare books, manuscripts, and special collections library.
Position Overview: The Silver-Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science will develop and increase public awareness of and engagement with the Lilly Library’s dermatological, medical, and scientific materials collections. They will join the Lilly Library’s growing Curatorial Team and work closely with staff members throughout the Lilly Library and Indiana University Libraries. All members of the Lilly Library support the Libraries’ culture of diversity and inclusion and actively advance the Libraries’ mission, vision, and values.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of Curatorial Services, the Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science will: Serve as a primary point of contact for those seeking information about the Lilly Library’s dermatological, medical, and scientific collections.
Increase awareness of the Lilly Library’s dermatological, medical, and scientific collections among members of the scholarly community, the public, and community groups, among other constituencies, through publications, presentations, conference participation, and in-person and virtual events.
Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited graduate degree in library or information science or international equivalent; candidates with an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and appropriate experience in an academic setting will also be considered, At least five years of professional experience with special collections or archives.
For complete posting with additional responsibilities, required and preferred qualifications, and benefit programs information go to https://libraries.indiana.edu/job-postings-librarians.
TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by September 8, 2023, will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com
Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Jennifer Chaffin, Director of Human Resources, Libraries Human Resources, Herman B Wells Library 201, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405 - Phone: 812-855-8196 - Fax: 812-855- 2576 - Email: libpers@indiana.edu.
Expected start date: January 1, 2024. Please note that this date is flexible.
For more information about Indiana University Bloomington go to https://www.indiana.edu/.
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