Metadata Librarian, Full-time
Strauss Health Sciences Library, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Metro Denver, Colorado

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The Metadata Librarian provides resource description and cataloging services for various library materials, including print materials, electronic resources, digital repository items, special collections materials, and other contents as needed. The Metadata Librarian plays a major role in the library’s efforts to develop a holistic approach to metadata practices to maximize discovery of the library’s content. The position works collaboratively to provide direction in metadata practices in cooperation with a wide range of stakeholders. The Metadata Librarian reports to the Head of Collection Management. This is a non-tenure track faculty (promotion eligible) position that is eligible for partial work from home scheduling.

Salary range (faculty rank will be based on years of experience):
·         Instructor: $67,980 - $72,100
·         Senior Instructor: $72,100 - $79,310
·         Assistant Professor: $79,310 - $85,490

Required qualifications:
·         Master’s degree from an American Library Association-accredited library school or international equivalent
·         One year professional postgraduate metadata creation experience in a library, or an institution with substantial print and/or digital collection

Preferred qualifications:
•      Thorough knowledge of cataloging procedures and principles as defined in AACR2 (including LC rule interpretations), RDA, the MARC bibliographic record, and understanding of the holdings and authorities records
•      Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging utilities such as OCLC Connexion
•      Knowledge of non-MARC metadata formats, standards and schema (e.g., Dublin Core, EAD, METS, MODS, etc.)
•      Professional cataloging experience in an academic health sciences environment
•      Knowledge of NLM classification and MeSH
•      Experience with technical aspects of digital repository work, such as scanning documents, creating metadata, and ingesting files into the repository
•      Experience with ExLibris Alma
•      Knowledge of discovery tools such as ExLibris Primo, and library metadata practices supporting discovery
•      Experience with digital repository software such as Hyku
•      Experience with XML and familiarity with data interchange standards
•      Experience planning, organizing, and implementing projects
•      Ability to handle, manage and initiate a variety of projects

Timeline:
·         Applications due: February 16, 2024 for best consideration; February 26, 2024 close date
·         Anticipated start date: June 2024

CU Anschutz offers a full benefits package. Benefits are extended to spouses and partners (including common law and same gender) and children. A complete listing of CU benefits and perks, including tuition assistance, paid parental leave, can be found at the following URL: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness__;!!GNU8KkXDZlD12Q!_GSKQ2YSkfqxoZd8emKJ7FLYrur09nRro_ZGq0g1pK7mdqF0XUGI_uuwjmJgB55Puqi-qPvLvTkBI7gMrfvGHkZN2DNR18hIJJlJ$ [cu[.]edu]

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Strauss Library offers in-house IT support, professional development funding, and continuing education opportunities for all staff members. We are committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse team of faculty and staff, and strive to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.



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Christi Piper (she/her), MLIS, AHIP
Hours: M/Th (8:30 - 5:00)/F (8:00 – 4:30)
Pronouns: she/her
Assistant Professor CTT, Informationist
Strauss Health Sciences Library
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
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