Job Opportunity in Lebanon

By Unknown - September 25, 2018

Job Opportunity in Lebanon

O	:	President, Provost, AVP for Administration & Chief of Staff, Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
FROM	:	Human Resources Department
SUBJECT	:	VACANCY IN THE JAFET LIBRARY

The Jafet Library has an opening for the position of Special Collections Librarian , above grade 12. Since this provides an opportunity for promotion from within, please circulate this information and/or post it in your area of jurisdiction so that those interested and having the minimum qualifications may apply not later than October 19, 2018.

I. Basic Functions:
	Plans, organizes, directs and supervises work related to the special collections. Identifies and selects items for acquisition. Facilitates and promotes the effective and appropriate use of the materials for which the Section is responsible: the University theses, manuscripts, rare books, maps, photographs, posters, and audio visuals other miscellaneous collections. Responsible for analyzing, evaluating, cataloging, organizing, developing and promoting the Special Collections. Recognizes material that needs conservation and coordinates related activities. Participates in special projects as needed.

II. Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree from AUB or the U.S. in a field relevant to the position including but not limited to: history, political science, humanities, or social sciences OR Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a program accredited by ALA or equivalent and 5 years of full-time work experience in an academic or research library.
A minimum of 5 years of full-time related work experience in an academic institution or research library.
Familiarity with AUB, the history of the region, Arabic manuscripts, rare books and special collections.
Demonstrated commitment to research, public service, patience and great attention to detail.
Demonstrated knowledge of current scholarly research trends in Middle Eastern and Arab history.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with latest standards for the organization, long-term care and accessing of historical print collections.
Solid knowledge of Arabic and English; knowledge of French is desirable.
Proficiency in computer uses and applications.

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.


	Samar Diab Rouhana
	Director of Human Resources

Apply : https://hrweb.aub.edu.lb/careers/ViewVacancy.aspx?id=10890

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