Location: Bloomington

Department: IU Bloomington Libraries

Position Announcement:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for those seeking information about the Lilly Library's collections of religious materials.
• Increase awareness of the Lilly Library's collections of religious materials among members of the scholarly community, the general public, and faith-based community groups, among other constituencies, through publications, presentations, conference participation, and in-person and virtual events.
• Curate and contribute to physical and online exhibitions drawn from the Lilly Library's collections of religious materials.
• In collaboration with the Director of the Lilly Library and other members of the Library's Curatorial Team, develop, through purchase and donation, the Library's collections of religious materials.
• Collaborate with other Lilly Library staff members on long-range planning, goal setting, and development of policies.
• Serve on IU Libraries and University committees as appropriate and actively contribute through professional engagement and research.

Basic Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited graduate degree in library or information science or international equivalent; candidates with an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and appropriate experience in an academic setting will also be considered.
• Demonstrated interest in the study of the religions of the world and a demonstrated capacity to develop detailed subject and bibliographical knowledge of the print and manuscript cultures related to these religions.
• At least five years of professional experience with special collections or archives.
• Demonstrated ability to work with rare materials and familiarity with current best practices and standards.
• Proficient reading knowledge of one or more languages relevant to the Lilly Library's religious collections.
• Understanding of current developments within the library and archival profession.
• Experience with primary sources.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within and across organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and in a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse workplace and building an inclusive workforce.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with culturally diverse library users and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Must be innovative, resourceful, flexible, and collegial.
• Ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track librarian position.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience working with antiquarian booksellers and individual donors to acquire collection material and steward the acquisitions process.
• Ability to plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects; demonstrated record of devising and promptly bringing projects to a conclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate vision and goals.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Capacity to thrive in a world-class research institution's environment and respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
• Commitment to professional issues, demonstrated through active and ongoing participation in local or national committee work, research, publication, etc.
• Experience curating exhibitions and creating supplemental materials, such as narrative item labels, overview panels, and other text-based interpretations.

Department Contact for Questions:

OAA #: IU-100415-2023

Appointment Status: Tenure

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