Job Description

Please refer to the job aid for instructions on how to apply.If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).Liaison LibrarianRare Books and Special CollectionsDeadline to apply: April 30, 2025, 23:59pmAssistant Librarian or Associate Librarian (tenure track)
Duration: three years, with possibility of renewal
Salary minimum: salary commensurate with experiencePosting number: JR0000063826McGill Libraries seeks an innovative, service-oriented, and collaborative professional Liaison Librarian to contribute to the curation of collections and to perform additional liaison duties in Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC). The position provides a range of library and information services to support research and teaching; contributes to comprehensive collections management and curation of materials; and actively promotes the collections through outreach, exhibition, and communications. The incumbent participates in fundraising, development, and grant applications and administration to further support of the Libraries and promotion of the RBSC collections.THE McGILL LIBRARIESLocated in Montrxc3xa9al, one of the worldxe2x80x99s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the worldxe2x80x99s most significant issues. McGill is also the most internationally diverse research-intensive university in Canada, with over 32% of its students coming to McGill from more than 150 countries. The University systematically appears on the annual list of the best employers in Montreal.The McGill Libraries are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative information products, services and programs that focus on client needs and support the Universityxe2x80x99s strategic mission and directions. The McGill Libraries proactively supports the teaching, learning and research needs of faculty and students to fulfill McGillxe2x80x99s strategic mission of excellence as a research-intensive, student-centred university.The McGill Libraries has the largest collection in Quebec and is one of Canadaxe2x80x99s largest academic libraries with over six million monograph titles and 150,000 e-journals and databases. The Libraries are a member of the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Bureau de coopxc3xa9ration interuniversitaire (BCI), the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), and the HathiTrust Digital Library.INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE STAFFInformation about the and the McGill can be found on the Universityxe2x80x99s web site. As a tenure stream appointee, the successful candidate is expected to satisfy the requirements in theDUTY STATEMENTPrimary Purpose of PositionThe assist the provision of a range of library and information services and collections to support teaching, learning, research, and outreach activities.Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Curate and make accessible RBSC collections as assigned.Integrate RBSC collections into University teaching, learning, and research, and to the broader research community. Develop and maintain communication links and appropriate liaison with relevant University units.Engage with donors and contribute to fundraising, development and outreach activities to build and improve access to McGill Libraries collections, in coordination with the RBSC Director. May contribute to grants and other funding support to further develop, promote, and protect collections.Advise researchers on discovering, accessing and using effectively the full range of library and information resources available. Conduct information literacy/skills classes and training programs for relevant audiences.Animate rare collections through various means, including: communications (e.g. publications and social media), organizing visits and workshops with classes and other groups; developing exhibitions in the library or McGill campus venues, or beyond, including external museum loans.Work in partnership with other library and University staff and sections, as well as external groups on specific projects.Assist in the development of RBSC collections to ensure teaching, learning and research needs are met.Assist in ensuring that proper conservation and preservation standards are followed for all formats and media types.Contribute to resource description for entry into content management systems (Sofia discovery tool and/or Access to Memory (AtoM)). Supervise staff in the same.Assign and supervise projects for student employees and interns.Represent the library on various library, faculty and university-wide committees as required.Engage in scholarly activities and professional service and develop a dossier for promotion and tenure, consistent with University Regulations.Additional duties as assigned based on individual knowledge and skills.Reporting relationshipThis position reports to the Director, Rare Books and Special Collections.SELECTION CRITERIARequired:A Masterxe2x80x99s Degree in Library/Information Studies (MLIS, MIS, or MI) from an ALA accredited institution.Professional experience in an academic, special or research library, or equivalent relevant experience, particularly in rare books and special collectionsKnowledge of special collections librarianshipAbility to conduct information skills classes for small and large groups.Familiarity with copyright and/or privacy legislation as required for consultation, reproduction, and dissemination of collections.Organized, with high attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; prioritize and balance multiple projects.Fluency in oral and written English is required. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing.Experience or demonstrated interest in supervising student employees and in coordinating workflows.Knowledge of techniques used to teach in a culturally responsive way.Demonstrated ability to uphold the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and employment equity.Desired:Preference for French language skills; other languages considered an asset.APPLICATION PROCEDUREApplications should address the above selection criteria, be accompanied by a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three referees.We anticipate conducting interviews during the week of June 2nd, 2025.McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidatexe2x80x99s record.McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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