Science reference librarian position at Caltech

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Technical Reference Librarian for 
Engineering and Applied Science
Application deadline: Initial review begins 17 February 2003. Position open
until filled.
Salary: $45,000 minimum; commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Competitive benefits, including TIAA/CREF, 21 days of vacation.
CLS is seeking a dynamic, exciting, and energetic librarian. Join us in
advancing the frontiers of digital publishing, while maintaining subject
expertise and liaison activities with a technologically sophisticated,
research-oriented clientele that expects a high degree of service.
The successful candidate has extensive experience meeting the information
needs of the scientific community and a demonstrated knowledge of some or
all of the following: HTML, XML, EAD, TEI, CSS, etc. Responsibilities
include reference service, instruction, and collection development.
CLS is a lean and nonhierarchical organization. Librarians and staff
function in an interrupt-driven, multidisciplinary team environment. Each
librarian thrives with a marked degree of autonomy, authority, and
responsibility.
Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS; 3-5 years experience in an
academic/research environment supporting science, engineering, and/or the
applied sciences. Proficiency in all modes of communication is essential.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development
for oneself and for the team, and active participation in the library
profession are expected.
For consideration please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and
contact information of three references to Chair, Search Committee,
Technical Reference Librarian, Caltech Library System, 1-32, California
Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125-3200.
Caltech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women,
minorities, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. 
The official position description is available from Caltech Human Resources
<http://208.169.18.206/clients/CalTech/publicjobs/CanGetJob.cfm?job_id=10126
&req=CIT10125>. 




Katherine Johnson
Head, Technical Services
Caltech Library System
Millikan Library 1-32
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA  91125
Tel: (626) 395-6065	Fax: (626) 792-7540
kjohnson@xxxxxxxxxx