York University invites candidates to apply for a contractually limited
appointment for a term of up to two (2) years to engage in groundbreaking,
interdisciplinary research and development that will advance libraries and
librarianship. The W. P. Scott Chair in E-Librarianship Research provides
an
exciting opportunity to accelerate the development of e-librarianship in
support of research, teaching, learning or scholarly communications. The
research may be interdisciplinary, with a context that is broader than
academic librarianship, but should be clearly defined and articulated and
of
interest to the academic library community.
A strong commitment to research in any relevant area of e-librarianship is
required, including but not limited to e-learning, digital collections and
archives, digital stewardship, linked data, liberation technology, social
media, user experience, interface design, digital humanities and/or
scholarly
communications. We are interested in interdisciplinary approaches that
engage
with theoretical models from disciplines outside of information studies.
The
Chair must have demonstrated success in directing and conducting research
or a
large project. As a member of the YUL complement, the successful candidate
will contribute in an area of the libraries suited to the candidate's area
of
expertise.
Responsibilities
* The holder of the Chair (the Chairholder) will be required to provide an
annual report of research activities to the University Librarian.
* The Chairholder is required to provide a W.P. Scott lecture or symposium
relating to the theme of their research. This would be open to the
professional library community.
* The Chairholder is required to provide a presentation to members of York
University Libraries and others on the results of their activities.
For further information about the Research Chair please see:
[http://www.library.yorku.ca/cms/e-librarianship/](http://www.library.yorku.ca/cms/e-librarianship/)
Qualifications
* Minimum of an ALA-accredited M.L.S., Master's of Archival Studies, or
recognized equivalent.
* Further post-graduate degrees or related work experience is preferred
* Record of research achievement or demonstrated experience with research
project management
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
* Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
The position is a contractually limited appointment with a term of up to
two
(2) years at the Adjunct Librarian level. The appointment start date is
April
1, 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. Librarians at York University
have
academic status and are members of the York University Faculty Association
bargaining unit (http://www.yufa.org/). Salary is commensurate with
qualifications. All York University positions are subject to budgetary
approval.
York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action
Program can be found on York's website www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can
be
obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All
qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens
and
Permanent Residents will be given priority. Temporary entry for citizens of
the U.S.A. and Mexico may apply per the provisions of the North American
Free
Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
York University resources include centres relating to gender equity, race
and
ethnic relations, sexual harassment, human rights, and wellness. York
University encourages attitudes of respect and non-discrimination toward
persons of all ethnic and religious groups, regardless of gender or sexual
orientation.
The deadline for applications is November 15, 2013. Applicants must send a
five-page letter of interest relating their qualifications and outlining
their
proposed project, a current curriculum vitae and letters from three
referees
to:
Chair, Appointment Committee for the
W.P. Scott Chair in E-Librarianship Research
York University Libraries, 516 Scott Library
York University, 4700 Keele Street
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M3J 1P3
Fax 416-736-5451
[email protected]
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