Nice to see that there will soon be another Emerging Technologies Specialist in the world….
Emerging Technologies Specialist - Associate Librarian
(posted 3/3/08)
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The Library and Center for Knowledge Management at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) seeks a multifaceted individual who is excited about the potential for emerging technologies in libraries. This professional should be a techno-enthusiast with a critical eye for discerning what is effective and what is not. Aptitude for integrating new technologies into the programs of an academic health sciences library is most essential.
Primary Responsibilities
- - Coordinate and promote use of emerging technologies for provision of library services.
- - As a member of the Library’s Education and Reference team, evaluate effectiveness of new educational approaches and tools.
- - As a member of the Library’s Web team, analyze technological priorities and implement solutions that effectively provide Web services at the point of need.
- - Teach classes and workshops in the Library’s informatics training program, including curriculum-based educational programs, with particular attention to online instruction.
- - Participate in the Library’s outreach efforts to UCSF faculty, staff, and students.
This position offers the opportunity to participate in a diverse range of projects and activities, as a member of a library staff with wide-ranging expertise. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues at other University of California campus libraries.
Required Qualifications
- - Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school of library and information science, or relevant education in related fields.
- - Demonstrated aptitude to use emerging technologies for library instruction and related services.
- - Capacity to critically investigate the potential of new technologies in an academic health sciences library.
- - Familiarity with Web usability theory and evaluation.
- - Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- - Teaching experience.
- - Ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
- - Capability of working independently and as a member of interdependent teams.
- - Self-motivated and flexible regarding changing priorities.
- - Committed to providing excellent service.
Preferred Qualifications
- - One to three years of experience in a library or other technology-intensive setting.
- - Familiarity and/or interest in managing technical projects.
- - Background in health or biosciences.
- - Experience with providing reference service.
About UCSF
UCSF is a health sciences university with more than 18,000 faculty, staff, and students. The schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy, and the Graduate Division, award advanced professional and research degrees in the basic, natural, and behavioral sciences related to health care. The primary campus includes two hospitals, with many closely affiliated clinical and research sites throughout the Bay Area. In 2003 UCSF opened its Mission Bay campus, the largest biomedical university expansion in the country. Information about UCSF can be found at http://www.ucsf.edu/. For information about the UCSF Library, visit the Library’s web site, GALEN, at http://www.library.ucsf.edu/, especially the areas devoted to Education and Technology, and Research Assistance.
Administrative Information:
The Emerging Technologies Specialist is an academic position in the Librarian series. Retention and promotion are based on four criteria: 1) professional competence and quality of service within the position, 2) professional activity outside the Library, 3) University and public service, and 4) research and other creative activity, including teaching and publication.
Appointment will be to the Librarian series at the rank of Associate Librarian, ($46,164-$68,892), with level of appointment and starting salary dependent upon qualifications. Excellent benefits package including 16 hours accrued vacation time per month.
Open immediately and until filled. Address letters of application with resume and the names of three references to Human Resources Coordinator, UCSF Library - Box 0840, 530 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143-0840. Fax: 415-476-4653. You may submit your application by email. Please paste your information into the form provided.
UCSF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for underutilized minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans.
