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20 November 2008
Wanted: 3 Librarians (Qatar)
Category: Job Openings
Job titles: Various
Institution: Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar
Location: Doha, Qatar
Source: LISjobs.com 1 2 3
Virginia Commonwealth University
School of the Arts in Qatar
Location: Doha, Qatar
Position Begins: July 1, 2009
VCUQatar (www.qatar.vcu.edu) is a four-year, degree granting campus of Virginia Commonwealth University, School of the Arts, ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the leading art and design program among all U.S. public universities. The fully accredited School is located in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. VCUQatar is affiliated with the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (www.qf.org.qa). Celebrating ten years of operation, VCUQatar offers BFA degrees in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, and Interior Design with the majority of students from the Gulf region and approximately 30% international. A Master of Fine Arts in Design is undergoing final review for implementation in Fall 2009, becoming the first MFA in Design in the Gulf. VCUQatar was the first campus established in Education City and has since been joined by Carnegie-Mellon University (Business and Computer Science), Cornell University’s Weill School of Medicine, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, Northwestern University (Journalism and Communication), and Texas A & M University (Engineering).
The VCUQatar Library advances the University’s teaching, research and service mission with its specialized collections and services focusing on the design curriculum. The collections include books and media, journals, an image library and electronic resources; a materials library is proposed to support the new MFA. The VCUQatar Library receives support from VCU Libraries, including document delivery services, to supplement its collections.
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Position: Image Resources Curator
Position Number: FA4340
Position Description
This position manages the day-to-day operations of the Image Resource Library and Archives and delivers user services. The Visual Resources Curator will collaborate and work closely with faculty and other IRL staff to continue the development of a proactive service to support curriculum, research, and administrative activities. This person will be responsible for ongoing collection development in coordination with the Head of Image Resources and Archives, and will perform cataloging and database management using the Luna Insight system. They will provide workshops and individual support for faculty use of image resources for teaching, learning and scholarship. This position will report to the Head of Image Resources and Archives.
Qualifications
Required: Masters degree in Art History or related field, or Masters Degree in Library/Information Science with additional degree or substantial knowledge of the field of Art History, or equivalent. Substantial experience working with image resources collections including digital formats, with knowledge of the issues around the creation, maintenance, and access of an image resources collection and familiarity with standards for visual materials. Experience working with digital imaging technologies. Strong commitment to proactive library service and enthusiasm for work with students and faculty. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work in a collaborative setting. The ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects. Fluency in written and spoken English.
Preferred: Experience managing digital and analog visual resources collections including: cataloging and processing of images; copy stand and photography skills; collection automation and data management software; conservation issues and strategies; current digital resources and technologies; legal and ethical issues related to visual resources management. Knowledge of standards and technologies for the creation, storage, archiving, dissemination and use of digital images in the classroom. Familiarity with Luna Insight.
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Position: Design Research Librarian
Position Number: FA4310
Position Description
The VCUQatar Library is recruiting for a librarian to support the students and faculty in the new MFA program. This librarian will develop and deliver a program of graduate-level library instruction and other services based on the new curriculum. The librarian will work individually with graduate students to plan research projects and strategies for a wide range of design problems drawing on research methods from varied disciplines. They will develop and implement outreach strategies targeted to graduate-level students, many of whom speak English as a second language. The Design Research Librarian will also advise on collection development to support research. In addition this position will participate in general library instruction and reference services.
Qualifications
Required: Accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science or accredited graduate degree in a related discipline. Substantial reference and instruction experience in an academic library and familiarity with research methods and tools in design or related fields. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in written and spoken English.
Preferred: Academic preparation, including strong research component, in design, social sciences or business. Understanding of the research behaviors of designers and an awareness of trends in the dissemination of information in these disciplines. Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and the ability to utilize them in delivering library services and instruction. Excellent presentation and public speaking skills. Knowledge of Arabic to support collection building.
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Position: Material Resources Librarian
Position Number: FA4320
Position Description
The successful candidate will be able to provide direction, inspiration and support for materials research for the undergraduate and graduate design programs on the Qatar campus. The librarian will be responsible for building, organizing, and updating a collection of materials samples as well as professional-level product literature for fashion, interior design, graphic design and related design disciplines. The librarian will also design and deliver services including access to and information about materials and the collection, research support for students and faculty, and current awareness services for new materials and applications. Maintain industry connections and procure materials internationally. The person in this position reports to the VCUQatar Director of Libraries.
Qualifications
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a design related discipline or materials-based design field. Experience in managing materials collections in an academic setting or professional design office. The successful candidate will demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of emerging trends in design materials, material production and issues of sustainability. Strong commitment to proactive service and enthusiasm for work with students and faculty. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work in a collaborative setting. The ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects. Fluency in written and spoken English. Preferred: Graduate degree. A degree, training or experience in the fields of librarianship or archival work. Experience with collection automation and data management software. Knowledge of current technologies.
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Review of applications begins December 1, 2008 and continues until position is filled.
Application Information:Application Process: Qualified applicants who have a record of achievement appropriate to VCUQatar should submit a letter of interest with a curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names of five references including email and telephone contact information to Ryan Ellington (rfellington@vcu.edu), Human Resources Administrator. Only Electronic submissions will be accepted. To read the full job description and for information about benefits and VCUQatar, please visit www.vcu.edu/arts/employment/qatar Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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