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Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Vacancy - Campus Librarian - University of Bahamas



CAMPUS LIBRARIAN - LIBRARIAN II - NORTHERN BAHAMAS

Location: 
Nassau, Bahamas

Category: 
Admin - Libraries

Application Due: 
03/06/2017

Type: 
Full Time

The University Libraries is seeking a full-time Librarian to lead the strategic development of library services at its Northern Bahamas Campus.
 The incumbent will be a dynamic, innovative individual with strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills that engender excellence in librarianship, customer service, collegiality and professionalism.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound understanding of emerging technologies and trends in library and information science and their application in an academic library environment, along with a strong commitment to developing excellent and innovative integrated library services within the institution. The duties of the Librarian will include but not be limited to leadership in planning, budgeting, monitoring and assessing library services delivery; policy development and facilities management; supervision and training of library staff; engagement in library related research; liaising with all academic units, and performing evening and weekend reference desk assignments (on rotation); and performing other related duties as assigned to support the ongoing development of the University Libraries. Successful candidates must have an earned Master's degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited university; and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in an academic library which includes management and leadership of a library branch/unit. 
Submission of Materials: 
Materials should be submitted electronically, attention Office of Academic Affairs, University of The Bahamas via e-mail at facultyapply@ub.edu.bs by March 6, 2017. Send all documents together, including: 1) cover letter describing academic philosophy and vision, research and publications; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) sample course syllabus; 4) official copy of all academic records; 5) representative sample of research, publication or creative work; 6) at least one letter of recommendation; and 7) a UB application form. Note the position in the subject field of the email. Hard copy submissions will not be accepted. Incomplete files will not be considered.
Application Information
Contact: Provost, Office of the Provost, University of The Bahamas

Online application form: http://www.ub.edu.bs/about-us/career-opportunities/faculty

Email Address: facultyapply@ub.edu.bs