Engineering Librarian for Data and Collections
Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: October 23, 2024
Job Description:
Engineering Librarian for Data and CollectionsThe Stanford
Libraries seeks an innovative, collaborative, dynamic, outgoing and
service-oriented Engineering Librarian to provide outstanding
research, instruction, and collection services to the School of
Engineering and other allied Programs and Departments. The
Libraries values are rooted in a commitment of mutual respect, the
idea that every member of the staff has something to contribute,
and that learning is constant. We seek a team member who is ready
to share their skills and perspectives in a highly collaborative
environment. We value colleagues who perform effectively in and
contribute successfully to a diverse, multicultural workplace
environment. As a member of the Terman Engineering Library team,
the Engineering Librarian will take a team approach to engaging
with faculty, staff and students to develop and provide innovative
research services, and will report to the Head of Terman
Engineering Library.About the Position:The Engineering Librarian
for Data and Collections will report to the Head of Terman
Engineering Library. This position provides strong
interdisciplinary support for faculty and students in the School of
Engineering, its Departments and Institutes, Labs and Centers. As a
member of an interdisciplinary team of science and engineering
librarians in the Science and Engineering Resource Group (SERG),
the Data and Collections Librarian is responsible for assessing,
acquiring, and managing collections for the Engineering Library to
support research and instruction in a highly interdisciplinary
environment. This position will also work with researchers to
identify, curate, manage, and make accessible data that is relevant
to engineering research in all its stages.Core Duties:
- Provides assessment and analytics for the Library Information
Budget for the Engineering Library.
- Works with the Senior Associate University Librarian for
Collections and Public Services (AUL), Science & Engineering
Libraries, and the Head of Terman to plan and oversee the
Engineering materials budget ($2.35M in FY'24); works with SERG
leadership, Acquisitions, and Digital Collections Librarian on
eBook, database, and serial licensing agreements.
- Monitors expenditures for the Engineering base and endowment
funds, ensuring the timely expenditure of funds and sound fiscal
management of the budget.
- Conducts assessments of Engineering materials collections,
ensuring they remain up to date in accordance with the needs of the
School of Engineering and allied programs.
- Develops innovative ways to integrate digital information
resources into library services and products.
- Identifies and proposes digitization, web archiving, and gift
opportunities. Works with AUL, Science & Engineering, Digital
Library Systems and Services (DLSS) and others to negotiate funding
and collection projects.
- Evaluates new resources for possible purchase or digital
capture.
- Supports interdisciplinary work through close coordination of
collection development efforts with other bibliographers.
- Serves as selector in assigned areas.
- Works closely with Acquisitions Department, Digital Collections
Librarian, and DLSS.
- Works with the School of Engineering to provide support for
management of research-related data through all lifecycle
stages.
- Identifies relevant datasets for use in research and teaching;
works with Acquisitions and Research Data Services (RDS) to acquire
applicable datasets.
- Assists with preparation of data management plans, data
curation, and data deposits.
- Promotes contribution to the Stanford Digital Repository (SDR),
provides assistance in depositing materials into the SDR, and
serves as a liaison between the School of Engineering, DLSS and the
Scientific Data Librarian.
- Provides reference and research support.
- Acts as principal liaison with engineering donors; works with
Library Development to expand donor support for Engineering.
- Assists in the provision of outreach services, especially in
regard to collection issues.
- Participates in instructional activities.* Other duties may
also be assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience (at
Librarian 1 level): - Advanced degree in information science,
library science, engineering, or a related discipline with
demonstrated understanding of academic libraries or a combination
of education and relevant experience. College-level coursework or
relevant work experience in an engineering discipline or related
field preferred.Education and Experience (at Librarian 2 level): -
Advanced degree in information science, library science,
engineering, or a related discipline. College-level coursework or
relevant work experience in an engineering discipline or related
field preferred. Three or more years of experience in an academic
library, or similar expertise dealing with information
mediation.Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (at Librarian 1
level):
- Practical knowledge of the literature in engineering is
required.
- Knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations including
understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and
emerging technologies.
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively and collegially with
faculty, students, and library staff is required. Ability to
perform effectively in and contribute successfully to a diverse
workplace environment is also required.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills. Ability to manage
time and multiple projects in a complex, changing environment with
a positive, flexible, creative, and innovative attitude.
- Experience with markup and/or programming languages (e.g., SML,
SGML, XML, SQL, PERL, Python, Ruby, R, etc.) is highly
desired.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and
demonstrated ability to work effectively with users and
colleagues.In addition to the above, Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities (at Librarian 2 level):
- Work experience with collection development, including budget
management, collection evaluation. Strong experience with digital
library materials. (Desired: experience with negotiating contracts
for digital books or journals.)
- Demonstrated work experience with institutional repositories,
digitization and access projects, or data management/curation.
- Demonstrated record of innovation in developing, implementing
or promoting digital information systems or services.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate digital collections into
library services.Physical Requirements:
- Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine
manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts,
lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by
hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
- Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
- Must be able to push and maneuver a fully loaded cart weighing
up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50
pounds.*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the
University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee
with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the
essential functions of his or her job.Working ConditionsMay work in
confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and
mold; work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.Work Standards
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well
with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external
organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal
responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns;
uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons
learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable
University policies and procedures, including but not limited to
the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's
Administrative Guide.The expected pay range for this position at
the Librarian 1 level is $81,456-98,456 per annum. Expected pay
range at the Librarian 2 level is $90,524-$111,280 per
annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good
faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for
a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable
jobs.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative
action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.Why Stanford is for You:Imagine a
world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives
saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure
illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live
and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and
dedicated 17,000 staff.
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