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EDITORIAL ASSISTANT for SPECULUM

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have strong computer and editorial skills, together with a background in any area of the humanities with a particular specialty in Medieval Studies, and must be available to start work in the fall of 2015 in Cambridge, MA. Strict attention to detail and excellent communication skills are particularly important. Reading ability in French, German, Spanish, Arabic, Latin and/or Italian is also highly desirable.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This internship will provide experience with the book review process of Speculum, the journal of the Medieval Academy of America. Duties include: sorting books; mailing books to reviewers; compiling information in a database from print books and online resources; transmitting information to the book review editors; receiving, organizing, and proofreading reviews for publication; and using an Excel-based management system (or other appropriate software).

This is a two-stage part-time paid internship. For the first three months the intern will sort and mail the review books while training under the current senior intern (12 hours per week). In January the intern will share the duties of the senior intern, including managing the database of reviews, working with the Book Review Editors, and coordinating and proofreading the reviews (up to 28 hours per week at a higher rate).

The position will begin in September 2015 and run for one year, with a possible renewal for a second year.

Preference will be given to applicants residing in the Boston area during the tenure of the job.

Submit cover letter, together with resume and up-to-date contact information for two referees to Sarah Spence, Editor, Speculum, sspence@themedievalacademy.org. Applications completed by June 15 will be given full consideration.

Assistant Rare Books Librarian (Maternity Cover), University of St Andrews Library

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.

Interview Date: 12 June 2015

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

Digital Projects and Archives Librarian, Middlebury College, Vermont

Located in the scenic Green Mountains of Vermont, Middlebury College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college that offers graduate and specialized programs operating around the world. Middlebury employees enjoy a high quality of life with excellent compensation, competitive benefits, and access to top-notch facilities for education, research and recreation.

Middlebury seeks a Digital Projects and Archives Librarian to join its Special Collections & Archives. Reporting to the Director and Curator of Special Collections, the Digital Projects and Archives Librarian contributes to the shaping of digital collections and digital archives at the Middlebury College Library.

The Digital Projects and Archives Librarian plays a key role in sustaining the Middlebury College Library’s existing digital collections, facilitates the creation of new online digital content, and works collaboratively across the College on digital collections and born-digital archives infrastructure.  Ideal candidates will have a background in special collections or archival settings, experience building or managing digital library collections, and a steadfast belief in the value of unique primary research materials and archives to undergraduate education. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

The hiring range for this position is $57,851 to $76,670.

To view the full job description and to apply online, please visit:  https://middlebury.peopleadmin.com/postings/10754