Position Summary:
Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics
of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states
and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent
who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus.
Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts
institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With
more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate
students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented
by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our
location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to
be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong
connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and
organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent
liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares
students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.
The Science and Electronic Resources Librarian is primarily responsible
for negotiating and managing access to the library’s electronic
resources, databases and e-journal subscriptions. The position is an
important part of the Collections and Discovery team, which is working
to promote Open, Equitable Access to scholarship and reshaping the
collections to include and provide access to more diverse voices and
Open knowledge. The Science and E-Resources Librarian also acts as
liaison to STEM departments and participates in research instruction and
individualized research appointments as needed.
Qualifications:
ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Studies. 2-3
years of relevant experience in an academic library. Strong knowledge of
electronic resources licensing and Open Access publishing trends.
Knowledge or background in one or more science fields. Collaborative
approach, negotiation skills, and good self-organization habits. Must
have a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and
Accessibility.
Special Instructions to Applicants: All applicants must apply online
by submitting their resume, cover letter and 3 references. Trinity
College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination and booster or an approved
exemption prior to beginning employment.
For the full position posting and to apply, visit THIS LINK. Open until filled.
