POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS LIBRARIES
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
Position: Curator of Special Collections
Description: Manages a diverse collection of formats, including manuscripts,
rare books, maps, images, oral history materials, and the University archives.
(The main subunit of the department - the Mississippi Valley Collection - is a
repository for regional/local history/culture focused on the Lower Mississippi
Valley, and has strong holdings in such research areas as the
Civil War, African-American history, and Southern history.) Works closely
with
teaching faculty and with researchers (both scholarly and
non-scholarly) from around the world. Supervises a staff of
4-6 FTE employees. Follows Libraries faculty tenure/promotion
policies/procedures.
Qualifications:
Minimum: ALA-accredited MLS
Experience working with rare books, manuscripts, archival
materials
Potential for contributions in regional studies
Preferred: Graduate work or degree in related subject field
Experience in publications and editing
Undergraduate level teaching experience
Participation in local/regional historical societies
Demonstrated knowledge of archival/preservation issues
Ability to interact with diverse users
Commitment to growth/increased visibility of Special
Collections Department
Supervisory experience in library setting
Rank and Salary:
Assistant Professor (tenure-track), 12 month appointment
Salary and rank dependent upon experience and qualifications;
beginning at a minimum of $24,000.
Benefits: Includes: 24 days vacation/12 days of sick leave per year
State paid retirement (State of TIAA)
Group health insurance
The University is located in the largest urban center in the state of
Tennessee and Mid-South region. Enrollment in the University is approximately
20,000 students. The University of Memphis Libraries (McWherter Library -
occupied in September 1994 - and 5 branches) have 28 faculty and 78 support
staff.
Review of applications will begin December 1, 1994 and continue until
position is filled. Send letter of applications, resume and three (3) letters
of reference to:
Ms. Jackie Fry
Libraries Personnel Clerk
McWherter Library, Room 203E
University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee 38152
The University of Memphis, a Tennessee Board of Regents Institution, is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We urge all qualified
applicants to apply for this position. Appointment is based on qualifications
as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, age, sex, disability or veteran status. Successful
candidates must meet guidelines of the Immigration and Reform control Act of
1986.
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