Collections Librarian

7 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

Collections Librarian (tenure-track)

We invite applications for a full time, tenure-track faculty librarian position with the University Library. This position includes a research component and is in scope of the . We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and flexible individual to work collaboratively with library colleagues. The collections librarian will contribute to library-wide projects and priorities and support the strategic planning of Collection Services operations and projects. The successful candidate will be the primary expert and lead for the collection management of monographs and serials in both print and electronic formats.

Reporting to the Dean through the Collections and Discovery Division, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Managing and supporting acquisition and access for serials and monographs, including some packages and eBooks, both open access and paywalled Negotiating licenses, vendor management, and acquisition for serials and monographs Leading and coordinating monograph, standing orders, and serials ordering, assessment, deselection, and training and working with selectors and staff Participating in collection assessment to evaluate resources in support of the university’s academic mission Serving as an expert for acquisition and access issues and process optimization initiatives Following trends and continually refining local processes to balance the demands with the realities of disparate library systems and practices Working with selectors to understand their individual needs and supporting the strategic priorities of the library more broadly Engaging in research and scholarly activity leading to the development of a formal program of research and contributing to scholarly conversation via peer-reviewed publications and other outlets

Research and scholarly work is a requirement for tenure-track librarians as defined in the . Examples of librarians’ scholarly work can be found in . Librarians are expected to participate in collegial activities and are encouraged to engage with academic or professional organizations.

About the University Library

As one of Canada’s leading research libraries, the University Library serves as the intellectual hub of the University of Saskatchewan providing resources, services, and spaces that facilitate inquiry, discovery, and knowledge creation. Our focuses on building scholars and decolonizing the library. The University Library is committed to developing welcoming, responsive, and accessible services and resources to support our diverse clientele, with a strategic focus on Indigenous peoples.

The University Library has a robust digital library and is physically distributed across six locations on campus to support the learning, teaching, and research communities.

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