{"id":6111,"date":"2019-05-30T15:26:25","date_gmt":"2019-05-30T22:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastasianlib.org\/newsite\/?p=6111"},"modified":"2023-05-10T14:14:40","modified_gmt":"2023-05-10T21:14:40","slug":"repost-korean-studies-and-woodward-medical-librarian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastasianlib.org\/newsite\/repost-korean-studies-and-woodward-medical-librarian\/","title":{"rendered":"University of British Columbia Libraries: Korean Studies and Woodward Medical Librarian"},"content":{"rendered":"

Korean Studies and Woodward Medical Librarian<\/strong>
\nAsian Library & Woodward Library, UBC Library | Vancouver Campus
\nFull-Time, Two-Year Term
\nAnticipated Start Date: September 1, 2019<\/p>\n

UBC LIBRARY<\/strong>
\nThe University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada providing access to a collection of over 7M items. UBC Library has 14 branches and divisions on two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), including one off-site hospital library and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre – a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.
\nMore than 300 knowledgeable employees \u2013 librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff \u2013 provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning. The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2015-2017 can be viewed at http:\/\/about.library.ubc.ca\/strategic-plan\/ To learn more about working with UBC Library and to explore our aspirational values visit UBC Library – Why work with us.<\/p>\n

POSITION SUMMARY<\/strong>
\nAs a joint appointment of Asian Library (50%) and Woodward Library (50%), plans and implements services that respond to the needs of the Korean Studies and health sciences communities. Participates as a member of the Woodward and Asian Library teams to provide liaison, reference, instructional programs and information services to faculty, students, staff and community users. Participates in the development and assessment of library collections for designated subject areas. Provides library services to researchers using Korean language materials, acts as liaison with assigned departments and the Korean-Canadian community, has responsibility for designated health\/medicine subject areas at Woodward library.
\nProvides online and in-person classroom instruction and assistance in the use of information resources. Develops re-usable learning objects, designs, develops and maintains a library of digital materials and supports information literacy instruction in print and online environments. Actively engages in integrated information literacy and knowledge synthesis. Collaborates on scholarly communication and data services initiatives, and other new library initiatives as they arise. Participates in library committees and contributes to the Library\u2019s and the University\u2019s goals, including those related to diversity and inclusion.
\nParticipates in the development of library policy, procedures, and services. Assumes responsibility for coordination and management of staff, students, services and projects as required. Evening and weekend work may be required. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the Library organization evolves.<\/p>\n

QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong>
\nRequired:
\n\u2022 A graduate degree from an accredited school of Library, Archival and Information Science
\n\u2022 Excellent proficiency in written and spoken Korean, as well as an excellent command of spoken and written English.
\n\u2022 Familiarity with the McCune-Reischauer Romanization system, and the capacity to develop proficiency in Hancha.
\n\u2022 Knowledge of electronic information technologies and their applications in an evolving library environment.
\n\u2022 Familiarity with current trends in instruction and best practices in online learning pedagogies
\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and carry out projects, both independently and as a member of a team
\n\u2022 Ability to write professional reports and to deliver presentations.
\n\u2022 Evidence of a proactive, user-centred vision of services
\n\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills
\n\u2022 Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a team
\n\u2022 The ability to adjust and accommodate changing demands within Libraries and academic institutions
\n\u2022 Experience handling a budget for collections, projects and\/or programs.
\n\u2022 The ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds
\n\u2022 Takes initiative in learning about languages and issues relating to equity and diversity
\n\u2022 The ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships and engage in workplace culture
\n\u2022 The ability to recognize and appreciate the contributions of colleagues
\n\u2022 Committed to demonstrating respect to colleagues at every level by trusting in their abilities and knowledge to perform their roles and earning respect through meeting commitments
\n\u2022 Models and demonstrates good communication through active listening and appreciative inquiry and open to providing and receiving timely, constructive feedback
\n\u2022 Listens to, encourages and expresses creative and innovative ideas. Open to experiment and improvise with new ways of approaching processes, tasks or problems
\nPreferred:
\n\u2022 Academic background in health and medical sciences as well as relevant work experience
\n\u2022 Demonstrated understanding of Korean Studies bibliography and research methods
\n\u2022 Knowledge of health and medical sciences
\n\u2022 Experience with collections development for both print and electronic resources
\n\u2022 Knowledge of RDA, AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification
\n\u2022 Familiarity with data curation, open access, knowledge analysis\/synthesis, and bibliographic management tools<\/p>\n

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:<\/strong>
\nThis is a joint appointment reporting to the Head, Woodward Library and the Head, Asian Library, with work reviewed jointly by the respective Heads with regards to achievements and objectives met. Consults and works collaboratively with library colleagues across all units, and faculty members, as necessary. Works with Technical Services on the cataloguing and processing of Korean language materials. May be required to supervise student librarians, student assistants and library assistants. Interacts with faculty, students, staff and the public.<\/p>\n

DUTIES:<\/strong>
\nREFERENCE SERVICES
\n\u2022 Provides reference and research services to UBC students, staff and faculty members, and members of the public.
\n\u2022 As the librarian responsible for particular subjects, advises and assists in difficult or extensive searches in these areas. Employs the full range of Internet, electronic and print resources.
\n\u2022 Participates in collection development in liaison areas.
\n\u2022 Works with others to develop and maintain the Woodward and Asian Library presence on the UBC Library webpage and throughout the UBC campus, as appropriate.
\n\u2022 Provides Information\/Reference training for support staff and UBC iSchool student librarians.
\nTEACHING AND ORIENTATION
\n\u2022 Prepares handouts, research guides and informational brochures in appropriate formats.
\n\u2022 Provides instruction\/presentations to faculty, students and staff (in the library, online, within the classroom and in the faculty departments) related to the Library\u2019s services, tools and collections.
\n\u2022 Involved in the planning, designing and organization of these instructional programs.
\nFACULTY LIAISON
\n\u2022 Initiates and maintains contact with faculty in assigned departments.
\n\u2022 Liaises with faculty on issues of collection development, including serials and databases.
\n\u2022 Works with faculty on the development of information and research modules
\n\u2022 Attends faculty meetings and participates in faculty committees in the life sciences.
\n\u2022 Responds to faculty requests for accreditation, new course proposals, etc., in consultation with the appropriate Head.
\nDIGITAL PROJECTS
\n\u2022 Works with Digital Initiatives on the selection and implementation of digitization projects.
\n\u2022 Provides guidance to scholars and students on data analysis tools relevant to Korean Studies, health sciences studies, and digitized collections.
\n\u2022 Continually builds on expertise in this area through a combination of self-study and professional development opportunities.
\nTECHNICAL SERVICES, COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT
\n\u2022 Participates in collection development in health sciences liaison areas as well as for Korean language monograph and serials collections, in both print and electronic formats. Consults with the Head and the AUL, Collections Management in cases of expensive and rare materials.
\n\u2022 Works with other library employees to ensure access and resolve user support issues for electronic resources, which may include licensing, systems configuration, presentation and evaluation.
\n\u2022 Assesses and selects Korean materials received through gift or exchange. Handles book donations from individuals or organizations. Performs monetary evaluations as required.
\n\u2022 Advises and assists regarding Korean language monographs and serials for binding and preservation.
\nCOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
\n\u2022 Organizes community engagement activities or events. Creates project plans for these activities, including budgetary planning.
\n\u2022 Prepares or curates book displays or exhibits.
\n\u2022 Serves as liaison with the Korean-Canadian Community.
\nSUPERVISION AND ADMINISTRATION
\n\u2022 May be required to supervise student employees and staff in the absence of the supervisor(s).
\n\u2022 May be assigned supervisory responsibility for building maintenance, collections management and storage.
\n\u2022 May be assigned coordination of reference or instruction services within Woodward: reference, information desk scheduling, teaching and instruction, web presence, subject guides and\/or information guides, etc.
\n\u2022 During assigned periods may have responsibility for operation of either the Woodward Library or the Asian Library.
\nCURRENT AWARENESS AND LIBRARY LIAISON
\n\u2022 Represents respective branches on library committees and working groups.
\n\u2022 Liaises with librarians in other areas of the UBC library system, as well as library professionals from external organizations through professional development activities.
\n\u2022 Maintains an awareness of new literature and research developments in areas of specialization and emerging trends in sciences libraries.
\n\u2022 Keeps abreast of public services developments in the rest of the Library.<\/p>\n

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT AND SALARY:<\/strong>
\nThis position will be filled as a full-time, two-year term position.
\nWe are seeking applications from Librarians with up to 5 years of experience. However, all internal candidates will be considered regardless of years of experience and are encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic\/professional qualifications.
\nEquity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and\/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
\nApplications will include: a detailed and current curriculum vitae; and a letter of application that includes a statement of citizenship\/immigration status and indicates the candidate\u2019s education, training and work experience in the areas listed above.
\nTo view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the UBC Careers page at http:\/\/www.hr.ubc.ca\/careers-postings\/faculty.php by midnight on June 29, 2019.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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