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Dear Colleagues, The University of Michigan welcomes applications from interested candidates for the position of Director, Health Sciences Libraries. The job description (below) identifies some of the new director's many opportunities, including building innovative, visionary programs and services, strengthening relationships with the health sciences community, and being part of the Michigan Digitization Program. Please share this announcement within your respective institutions, as appropriate. Brenda Johnson, Associate University Librarian for Public Services, is happy to answer questions about the position. She may be contacted by email at [log in to unmask] or by phone at 734-647-8000. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The University of Michigan is actively recruiting innovative and accomplished candidates for the position of Director of the Health Sciences Libraries in the University Library. The Health Sciences Libraries include the Taubman Medical Library, Public Health Library & Informatics (PHLI), and the Dentistry Library. Collectively they serve over 21,000 users in the schools and colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Dentistry in addition to the University of Michigan Health Center. The Health Sciences Libraries have over 545,000 print volumes and 6,000 serials. As part of the University Library system, the Health Sciences Libraries offer access to a rapidly-expanding digital collection of over 20,000 electronic journals and databases. The Director manages an annual budget of $3.5 million in partnership with a dedicated, experienced staff of 40 FTEs, serves as head of the Taubman Medical Library, and coordinates a management team consisting of the heads of PHLI and Dentistry as well as departments at Taubman. The Director is a member of the senior management team of the University Library and reports to the Associate University Librarian for Public Services. Serving as representative of the Health Sciences Libraries in national and regional organizations, such as AAHSL and MLA, is also an important component of this position. The Director assumes leadership at a transformative period in the University’s transition to digitally-defined libraries and has a unique opportunity to participate in the creation of visionary programs and services. Major responsibilities of the Director will be to build and strengthen relationships with the health sciences community, to participate in campus-wide library initiatives, and to provide leadership in the development of innovative services. Other responsibilities include the integration of library training programs into the health sciences curricula and clinical environment as well as the introduction of new services and programs. The University’s recently launched Michigan Digitization Program (http://www.lib.umich.edu/mdp/) and Life Sciences Initiative (www.lifesciences.umich.edu) provide unparalleled opportunities for partnership in campus-wide efforts to expand learning in a variety of rapidly growing fields. The University of Michigan, a leader in undergraduate and graduate education and one of the world’s premier research universities, has prominent faculty, rigorous academic programs, and a diverse cultural and social environment. The University is situated in the heart of Ann Arbor, a unique urban area with a small town atmosphere and a vibrant, cultural and intellectual sensibility. Required Qualifications: • ALA accredited Master’s degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and advanced degree. • Demonstrated successful leadership and administrative accomplishments in biomedical libraries or related environments • Advanced knowledge of research and scholarship in the health sciences and/or life sciences • Familiarity with issues and trends in health care environments • Knowledge of emerging information technologies and digital library initiatives • Strong user-centered commitment to public service, including outreach and service excellence • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students of culturally diverse backgrounds • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Desired qualifications: • Record of successful achievement in obtaining external funding • Membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals • Relevant second advanced degree. Rank, Salary, and Benefits: Rank is anticipated at full librarian. Final rank and salary are dependent on qualifications and experience. As a professional appointment in the University of Michigan, University Library, this position offers full benefits and opportunities for professional development and travel, and participates fully in faculty governance. Retirement options include TIAA/CREF and/or Fidelity Investments. To Apply: Send cover letter and copy of résumé to Lucy Cohen, Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205 or apply by email to: [log in to unmask] Contact (734) 764-2546 for further information. Application Deadline: Applications received by 12/09/05 will be given first consideration. The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer. Regards, Pat Redman Medical Library [log in to unmask] University of Michigan 734.936.1396 1135 E. Catherine St 0726 734.763.1473 (fax) Ann Arbor MI 48109-2038