Appalachian State University Library Faculty Fellowship
The ASU Library Faculty Fellowship offers a faculty appointment to a
qualified individual with appropriate education and/or experience. This
faculty position may be in any of the following areas of specialization
within the Library:
*Cataloging and metadata
* Collection development
* Digital initiatives and preservation
* Special collections outreach
* Reference and instruction or
* Public relations
All applicants will be considered, but priority consideration will be
given to those with the appropriate credentials that could lead to
appointment in at least one of the above mentioned specializations.
Candidates with life experiences unique to underrepresented student and
faculty populations at Appalachian State University are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Qualifications include an ALA-accredited master's degree in library and
information science or in a field related to archival studies, a strong
commitment to achieving diversity within a university community, a
strong service orientation, evidence of potential in librarianship,
information science, or archival science, as well as in library
instruction, scholarship, and service, and excellent written and oral
communication skills.
As a Library Faculty Fellow, the individual will be expected to assume a
leadership role in the Library and the University by serving as a
mentor/role model to students, developing and participating in programs
and projects designed to foster a greater consciousness of diversity
within the University community, serving with other Fellows on the ASU
Faculty Fellows Advisory Committee with the Associate Vice Chancellor
for Diversity, and assisting in advancing the University's goal of
enhancing appreciation and understanding of diversity among university
employees and students. Such activity will be considered valuable
service to the Library and University.
Review of completed applications will begin on February 1, 2006 and will
continue until the position is filled. This is a twelve month faculty
appointment at the rank of Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate
Professor. The rank of the position will be assigned based on the
successful candidate's qualifications. Initial appointment at the rank
of Instructor is available to those without a second advanced degree. A
tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor
requires a second advanced degree.
See http://www.library.appstate.edu/admin/policy/dpc/index.html for more
complete information on faculty ranks and tenure. Salary and rank are
commensurate with qualifications. Standard benefits package. Excellent
support for professional development and travel.
Candidates should submit a letter of application detailing their
experiences and qualifications appropriate for the position, a current
vitae, and the names, addresses, email, and telephone numbers of three
references currently familiar with the candidate's work to:
Dr. Mary Reichel, University Librarian
Library Faculty Fellowship Search Committee
University Library
Appalachian State University
218 College Street
Boone, NC 28608-2026
For information about the Library and Appalachian State University,
consult http://www.library.appstate.edu/ and http://www.appstate.edu/;
for information about the position, contact Ms. Sherrye Perry,
Administrative Assistant, perrysj@appstate.edu
Appalachian State University is an AA/EO Employer. Women and minorities
are encouraged to apply.
Application Information
Postal Address:
Dr. Mary Reichel, University Librarian
University Library
Appalachian State University
Library Faculty Fellowship Search Committee
218 College Street
Boone, NC 28608
More Information on Appalachian State University
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* Appalachian State University's homepage <http://www.appstate.edu>
* Boone Area Chamber of Commerce <http://www.boonechamber.com>
* Watauga County Schools <http://www.watauga.k12.nc.us/>
* Information on North Carolina <http://www.visitnc.com>
Appalachian State University is committed to equality of educational
opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students or
employees on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion,
gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. Appalachian also actively
promotes diversity among students and employees.
