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    Posted: 05/Jun/2019 at 1:06pm
ACADEMIC POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Cornell University Library - Apply by 6/18/2019

The Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections in the Cornell University Library seeks an archivist to process the personal papers of Dr. Joyce Brothers. Dr. Joyce Brothers (1927-2013) was an American psychologist, columnist, and television personality, whose career spanned decades.

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Technical Services, the Project Archivist will be responsible for the arrangement and description of approximately 230 cubic feet of records, identification and referral of items for conservation treatment as necessary, and the preparation of an EAD-encoded finding aid and other descriptive access tools. The Project Archivist will work closely with colleagues in the Library’s audiovisual digitization and preservation services units to coordinate the digitization and preservation of the collection’s significant media components on a variety of formats. The Project Archivist will submit regular progress reports on processing statistics.

The Project Archivist will participate on library-wide committees and will be expected to participate in professional activities related to archives, including reporting on the Dr. Joyce Brothers Papers processing and preservation activities.

Required Qualifications:
• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program with a concentration in archives management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of archives and records management theory and practice, including experience processing archival records or personal papers.
• Knowledge of relevant standards for archival description, including DACS and EAD, and familiarity with other related metadata standards.
• Knowledge of basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections.
• Knowledge of audio and moving image media formats.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to plan, coordinate, and implement complex projects.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a production-oriented, team environment.
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and meet project goals and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of and strong interest in 20th century American cultural history.
• Experience arranging large, complex collections.
• Basic understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues.
• Two to three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in academic archives.
• Supervisory experience.

This is an 18-months benefits-eligible term appointment, with a possibility of extension.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Environment: One of the leading academic research libraries in the United States, Cornell University Library is a highly valued partner in teaching, research, and learning at the university. With an operating budget of over $58 million and a diverse and innovative staff of more than 400, the Library provides significant collaborative opportunities in support of 2,700 faculty, 22,000 students and 94 PhD fields. Its world class collections, expert librarians, and responsive services in physical and virtual library spaces inspire and nourish scholarship and learning.
The Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections is Cornell's principal repository of rare books, manuscripts and archival materials in history, literature, music, the arts, science, natural history, and technology. Our collections include more than 500,000 printed volumes, more than 80 million manuscripts, and another million photographs, paintings, prints, and other visual media.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 12 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, university retirement contributions, childcare and adoption assistance, and child tuition reimbursement. Professional travel funding is available to support research. The anticipated academic rank for this position is Assistant Librarian, with a salary range of $52,500-$55,000.

How to Apply: All candidates must apply via the Cornell University Careers site at: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage/job/Ithaca-Main-Campus/Project-Archivist--Dr-Joyce-Brothers-Papers---Cornell-University-Library_WDR-00019251-2 . Please include one document that contains a cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and addresses for three references (one pdf preferred). This posting will remain active until a viable pool of applicants is identified. Early submission is encouraged and preference may be given to applications received by June 18, 2019.

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Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.

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Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave and flexible work options.

APPLY BY JUNE 18, 2019:
https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage/job/Ithaca-Main-Campus/Project-Archivist--Dr-Joyce-Brothers-Papers---Cornell-University-Library_WDR-00019251-2
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