Middle Eastern Studies Librarian Position
1 week ago
We are seeking an innovative and user-focused librarian to join our team at the University of Toronto Libraries. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing the library's Middle Eastern Studies collections, providing research support and services to students, scholars, and the public, and promoting engagement with special collections and library resources.
About the Position:
This is a permanent status stream position at the Librarian I or II level, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Rare Books and Special Collections Department and work closely with archivists, librarians, and other staff to develop and manage the library's Middle Eastern Studies collections.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage print and manuscript collections in Middle Eastern Studies
- Provide research support and services to students, scholars, and the public
- Promote engagement with special collections and library resources
- Collaborate with faculty and students to develop programs and services
- Participate in library and other committees as appropriate
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in library, archival or information science from an accredited institution
- Knowledge about developing institutional collections and/or services in Middle Eastern Studies
- Demonstrated commitment to the values of inclusivity, diversity, anti-racism and accessibility
- Demonstrated interest in rare book librarianship, rare books, and special collections
- Knowledge of collection development practices and cataloguing standards
- Written and spoken proficiency in Arabic or Persian
- Strong academic grounding in Middle Eastern Studies or a closely related field
- Knowledge of historical, cultural, and linguistic issues of importance to scholars of the relevant regions of the world
- Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, presentation, and communication skills
- Demonstrated flexibility, creativity and ability to innovate and adapt to a changing environment
- Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, as part of a team and independently
- Demonstrated commitment to outstanding public service
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in an academic library and with special collections
- Experience teaching using library collections
- Experience cataloguing rare books/special collections material
- Degree and/or related experience in Middle Eastern Studies or a closely related field
- Understanding of scholarly communications and open access issues as related to Middle East and Islamic Studies
- Knowledge of several languages relevant to the study of the Middle East such as Kurdish and Turkish
- Experience working with rare or unique materials related to Middle Eastern Studies
How to Apply:
We welcome applications from qualified candidates. Please attach a single electronic file into the "Resume" Field. (MS Word or pdf) with a file name convention of Surname, FirstName, 40395.
Additional Information:
We offer a generous benefits package to all employees. Additional information is available at: https://people.utoronto.ca/careers/benefits/
We thank all applicants but will only contact applicants selected for an interview.
University of Toronto Libraries' Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Statement:
https://www.library.utoronto.ca/inclusion-diversity-and-equity-statement
University of Toronto Libraries' Anti-Racism Statement:
https://www.library.utoronto.ca/anti-racism-statement
University of Toronto Library System:
http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/
University of Toronto:
https://people.utoronto.ca/
Policies for librarians:
https://people.utoronto.ca/policies/
This search aligns with the University's commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence).
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