The University of Manitoba Libraries seeks a dynamic, highly motivated,
service-oriented person for the position of Research Services Librarian at a
General/Assistant Librarian rank to begin January 1, 2014, or as soon as
possible thereafter. This position normally has a two year probationary period
and the salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  
• A Master's degree in library and/or information studies from an ALA
accredited or equivalent institution; consideration would be given to a
candidate with a Master's degree or PhD in science, information science or
related data-intensive discipline;

• Knowledge and understanding of best practices, current issues and trends in
scholarly communication, open access publishing, and data management and
curation;

• Experience managing projects and a complex workload;

• Demonstrated ability to establish positive and productive collaborations
with diverse groups;

• Effective oral and written communication skills;

  
Candidates with the following qualifications will be preferred:

  
• 2 years' relevant experience in a library or research environment

  
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Services to Libraries, the
Research Services Librarian is responsible for supporting the Libraries'
contribution to two University-wide functions: scholarly communications and
data management services. A more detailed position description is available
at:

http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries/directors_office/employment.html

  
The University of Manitoba Libraries (http://umanitoba.ca/libraries/) consists
of 8 unit libraries and 11 satellite information centers located on the Fort
Garry and Bannatyne Campuses and in Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
hospitals across the City of Winnipeg. With collections of over 2.3 million
volumes, an annual operating budget of over 25 million dollars and over 200
employees, the Libraries serves a community of approximately 38,000 students,
faculty and citizen borrowers.

  
Winnipeg (http://www.winnipeg.ca/) is the vibrant, creative capital of
Manitoba, right at the geographical centre of Canada and North America. A mid-
sized city of 700,000 culturally diverse people, Winnipeg offers a community
with a cosmopolitan, international flair as well as a warm, welcoming spirit.
A variety of arts, culture, sports, recreation and entertainment is available
to satisfy every taste; and within an easy drive of the city there are lakes,
beaches and pristine wilderness areas.

  
Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks:
General, Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

  
The University of Manitoba is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive
workplace. Applications are encouraged from qualified applicants including
members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, people with disabilities,
people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute
to the further diversification of the university. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will
be given priority.

  
Applicants should submit their application referring to Position 17226
including a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including e-mail
address, phone, and fax numbers) of three references to the address below.

  
Ms Karen Adams

University Librarian

The University of Manitoba Libraries

Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2

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The deadline for receipt of applications is October 25, 2013.

  
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in
accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum
vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process



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