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Special Collections Metadata LibrarianDescriptionGeneral Summary: The Hanna Holborn Gray 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 Frédéric 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
QualificationsQualifications Required:
Preferred:
Physical Demands: Ability to lift a 40-pound box Application InstructionsTo Apply: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and reference contact information online through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruiting website: http://apply.interfolio.com/96421. Review of applications will begin after November 8, 2021. 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, khastings@uchicago.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWe seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity. 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 equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request. |
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