Special Collections
Posted August 22, 2023
Job Description The Boston University Libraries seek an Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Special Collections to provide administrative oversight to, coordinate operations of, and support deep researcher engagement with BU’s distinctive collections and institutional archives in both physical and digital formats. Reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL for Special Collections is a new leadership…
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Posted August 19, 2023
Reporting to the Research Services Librarian at Houghton Library, the Reference Archivist/Librarian provides reference and research services and develops online guides, web pages, and other tools designed to enhance the discovery, use, and understanding of Harvard University Archives and Houghton Library’s collections. They should demonstrate a strong service orientation with the ability to interact positively…
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Posted July 25, 2023
Processes Special Collections materials and creates finding aids. Assists with cataloging materials inspecial formats and new acquisitions. Assists with Special Collections acquisitions. Collaborates withSpecial Collections Reference Librarian and Preservation Librarian in collection management andmaintenance. Assists in providing reference and information services to patrons. Assists in curation oflibrary displays. Assist with tours, creates programming and presentations…
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Posted June 10, 2023
This position increases access to historic materials in the collections, while also designing and facilitating creative and high-impact learning opportunities through community-building, exhibition support, instruction, and innovative outreach. This individual will be the primary rare book cataloger and provide exhibition support by creating custom supports and exhibition labels. Depending on interest and skills, this individual…
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Posted May 31, 2023
Position SummaryThe Archivist/Assistant Director assists the Library Director in the management of various activities and operations within the library as well as manages the library’s archives and special collections at the direction of the Library Director. Activities may include but not limited to managing and providing access to archival collections adhering to professional best practices,…
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Posted May 18, 2023
The Cataloging & Metadata Department of the University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press seeks a dynamic early career librarian to perform original and complex copy cataloging and authority work for special collections materials across multiple formats and languages. The Special Collections Cataloging Unit is a 4-member team that provides description and access to Special…
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Posted May 18, 2023
**This is a LHT (less than half time) position that will work 14 hours or less per week.** The LHT position to the special collections will assist the Curatorial Assistant of Special Collections to maintain the Rare Books Reading Room Services and the Rare Book Room stacks, as well as daily operations, such as retrieving…
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Posted April 11, 2023
Job Description The Winterthur Library seeks a creative, thoughtful, and collaborative curator to help develop, steward, and engage its special collections. The Winterthur Library is a renowned independent academic research library dedicated to documenting, understanding, and engaging the artistic, cultural, social, and intellectual history of the Americas in a global context from the 17th to…
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Posted April 11, 2023
Job Description Under the direction of the Library Director, the Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Librarian manages cataloging and metadata activities to enhance discovery of and access to the Winterthur Library’s rich multimedia collections. The Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Librarian creates records for scholarly and special collection items in a wide range of formats…
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Posted April 7, 2023
Position Summary The University of New Mexico College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences (CULLS) seeks a skilled, enthusiastic, service-oriented leader to fill the position of Director of the Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections (CSWR). This senior management position will articulate strategic leadership, clear vision, and direction for the CSWR; forge dynamic partnerships…
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