Science and Engineering Librarian, University Park
 Pennsylvania State University Libraries
University Park, PA

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seek an outwardly focused,
enterprising librarian to develop and deliver innovative and informative
collections, research and instructional services in support of disciplinary
and interdisciplinary work related to the earth and engineering
sciences. This librarian will be based in the Earth and
Mineral Sciences branch library, which is embedded in the unique and student-
centered College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. The EMS Library offers a full
suite of patron services, from circulation to reference, and is operated by a
highly collaborative team of librarians and staff. The EMS Library personnel
work closely and collaboratively with other STEM and subject-based libraries
on campus and across the Commonwealth.

  
In collaboration with other librarians, the Science and Engineering Librarian
is expected to actively contribute to a wide range of University Libraries
initiatives ranging from instruction and reference to outreach and scholarly
communication to collections and research data services. Populations to be
served include the public and students enrolled at other campuses, including
students taking EMS-related online classes or enrolled in degree and non-
degree programs via Penn State's online World Campus. This is a 12-month
tenure-track faculty position, which has concomitant responsibilities for
research and service, and reports to the Head of the Earth and Mineral
Sciences Library.

  
Qualifications: Requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, or master's
degree in a related field; academic background or relevant experience in the
sciences, engineering, or one of the subject fields of the College of EMS;
ability to work independently and collaboratively; initiative; strong
commitment to serving the needs of all users in a timely and superior fashion;
and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Interest in furthering
the growth of knowledge through research is required.
Please visit http://www.libraries.psu.edu/psul/policies/ulhrg07.html to learn
more about the University Libraries Promotion and Tenure Guidelines.

  
Preferred qualifications: creativity; experience with outreach to
geographically dispersed users; experience working with diverse populations;
reference and instructional expertise; library experience.

  
Environment: The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences offers degrees, both
resident and online, including: geography, geosciences, meteorology, energy
business & finance, energy & sustainability policy, materials science and
engineering, energy engineering, petroleum and natural gas engineering, mining
engineering, and environmental systems engineering. The College is actively
engaged in multiple interdisciplinary research centers with strengths in
materials, energy, water, sustainability, earth and environment.

  
Undergraduate enrollment stands at well over 2,000 students, graduate
enrollment numbers over 500, and the 200+ faculty are joined by several
hundred research associates in related institutes and centers. All academic
departments offer degrees through the doctoral level and most are ranked in
the top ten nationally.

  
The University Libraries is ranked among the top ten research libraries in
North America, according to the Association for Research Libraries investment
rankings, and provides services at University Park and 22 other locations
throughout Pennsylvania as well as online. We serve approximately 6,300
faculty and 46,000 students at University Park, and more than 95,000 students
system-wide. The University Libraries consists of approximately 100 faculty
and enjoys extensive technological resources and research support services.
Penn State, a land-grant institution, is a member of the Committee on
Institutional Cooperation (CIC), a consortium of the Big Ten universities plus
the University of Chicago.

  
The University Park campus is set in the State College metropolitan area, a
university town located in central Pennsylvania. State College offers a
vibrant community with outstanding recreational facilities, a low crime rate,
and excellent public schools. The campus is within a half-day drive to
Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, or Pittsburgh. The
University Park Airport is served by three major carriers with flights to
Washington, Philadelphia, Chicago and Detroit. For more information, please
visit http://www.libraries.psu.edu and http://www.cbicc.org.

  
Compensation: Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and
experience. Fringe benefits include liberal vacation, excellent insurance and
health care coverage, state or TIAA/CREF retirement options, and educational
privileges. In addition, faculty in the University Libraries are afforded
funds for professional development travel annually. Faculty may be asked to
travel as official representatives of the Libraries to certain events and
those trips are reimbursed at full cost within limits established by the
University.

  
Applications and all supporting materials must be submitted
online. Interested candidates should upload a letter of
application, resume or C.V., and the names and contact information of three
professional references (including email
addresses). Review of applications will
begin August 24, 2015 and continue until position is
filled. Questions may be addressed to Lindsey Harter,
Faculty Search Coordinator, at [log in to unmask]

  
Contact

Libraries Human Resources

511 Paterno Library

University Park, PA 16802

(814) 863-4949

(814) 863-5592 - Fax

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