The Special Collections Division of the University Library has a vacancy for a motivated and well-organised librarian to undertake a number of projects on the exceptional rare books collections. This is a fixed-term maternity cover post, and is anticipated to be for the period of twelve months starting as soon as possible. The post-holder will be working in the Rare Books team on the assessing, cataloguing and accessioning of monographs. Duties will include: creating, importing and correcting bibliographic records in DCRM(B) standards, MARC 21 format and Library of Congress authority control; overseeing the transfer of collections between Special Collections and Main Library and liaising with Main Library colleagues to ensure an efficient workflow. In addition, a part of the working week will be spent in Reader Services.

The post-holder will already be fully trained in cataloguing, have experience of working with early printed books, possess excellent IT and communication skills, have a reading knowledge of at least one European language other than English, and a working knowledge of Latin.  The post-holder will also have experience of the Millennium cataloguing, acquisitions and circulation modules. The post-holder will undertake staff development and performance review activities as required.

Informal enquiries can be directed to: Daryl Green on Tel: 01334 462325 or Email: dtg4@st-andrews.ac.uk

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter; http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/

Interview Date: 12 June 2015

Please quote ref: KC8220

Closing Date: 31 May 2015

Further Particulars: KC8220AD FPs.doc

University Library
Salary: £25,513 - £30,434 per annum
Start: As soon as possible
Fixed Term: Maternity cover for 12 months