[KS] Korean Studies Librarian position at University of Chicago

[Jongmin Paek]

The following information is forwarded to the Korean Studies List:

*Posting Number:* 00542

   *Title*: Korean Studies Librarian
   *Division/Department:* East Asian Collection
   **    *GENERAL SUMMARY*:
   Reporting to the Curator for the East Asian Collection, the Korean
   Studies Librarian performs collection development, public and
   technical service activities to support teaching and research needs
   of the faculty and students at the University of Chicago. The East
   Asian collection consists of nearly 800,000 volumes in Chinese,
   Japanese, and Korean languages of various formats. It also has a
   growing collection of electronic resources.
       *ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*
   Collection Development 35%

       * Select materials in all format including electronic resources
         in Korean language as purchases, gifts, or exchanges; select
         materials on Korean studies in Western languages.
       * In consultation with the Curator of East Asian Collection,
         develop a long-term acquisitions policy; keep the Curator
         informed about important changes in academic programs and
         other academically-related matters affecting collection
         development and management responsibilities of assigned
         disciplines.
       * Manage the acquisitions budget for Korean studies materials
         including funds from foundations and the Center for East Asian
         Studies.
       * Establish and maintain good relationships with dealers,
         electronic content providers, and exchange partners; maintain
         current knowledge of book market, trade, and e-resource
         development for Korean studies.
       * Work with the Curator of the East Asian Collection, Library
         Development Office, the Assistant Director for Collections,
         and other specialized staff to identify and develop donor
         sources and special funding opportunities; participate in
         contacts with donors and potential donors including the
         preparation of reports and personal visits.

   Reference and Public Services 20%

       * Provide specialized reference service in person, by telephone,
         by e-mail, and mail; initiate specialized instruction
         opportunities for faculty and students regarding the Library
         and its resources as well as bibliographic methods and
         research strategies; offer general reader assistance
         pertaining to Korean studies or Korean resources to all patrons.
       * Responsible for coordinating computer support and providing
         services to Korean studies e-resources; develop and maintain
         electronic finding aids and subject content on Korean studies
         for the East Asian Collection’s web page.
       * Communication with faculty and students in the assigned areas
         of responsibility. Apprise faculty, students, and staff of new
         publications, acquisitions, and services.

   Technical Services 35%

       * Under the direction of the Head of East Asia Technical
         Services, perform original cataloging for Korean materials in
         all formats.
       * Advise technical services staff on matters relating to the
         ordering and processing of Korean materials.
       * Participate in formulating cataloging policy, priorities, and
         work procedures.

   Other 10%

       * Serve on Library committees and task-forces.
       * Submit a written annual report to the Curator of the East
         Asian Collection.
       * Participate in the activities of the library and scholarly
         organizations at the local, regional, national, and
         international level.
       * Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned

   **    *QUALIFICATIONS*:
   Education: Graduate degree from an ALA accredited MLS or MLIS is
   required. An undergraduate or graduate degree in Korean Studies or
   in a social science or humanities discipline with a principal
   emphasis on Korea is highly desirable.
       Experience: Substantial experience in a research library directly
   related to the field of Korean studies is highly desirable as is
   knowledge of Korean publishing industry and the book trade. Evidence
   of special bibliographic and reference work is desirable. Experience
   or good knowledge of OCLC, AACR2, LCSH and LC classification system,
   and MARC21 format is required. Awareness of RDA and other metadata
   standards is desirable.
   Skills: Demonstrated ability to work both independently and
   collaboratively in a changing and diverse environment is essential.
   Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, students and
   staff; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications
   skills and a high degree of computer literacy are all required.
   Knowledge of electronic resources and information technology
   applications in Korean studies is desirable. Evidence of a
   commitment to ongoing professional development is required.
       Languages: Fluency in English and Korean languages including the
   ability to process Korean materials written in Hanmun (classical
   Chinese) is required.
    
   *The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal
   Opportunity Employer. *

   To apply for this position, submit a profile, cover letter, CV, and
   reference contact information to

   http://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51246

   Applications received by September 30, 2010 will be assured
   consideration.

   Resumes sent via mail, fax or email will not be considered.






 
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