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Employment Opportunities

Editor Sought for Common-Place

Common-Place, the online quarterly magazine of early American history and culture hosted at the American Antiquarian Society, is seeking a new editor to guide this unique online resource of high-level scholarship. The editor of Common-Place should have a record of writing and scholarly activity in a field consistent with the purview of Common-place (pre-1900 American history and culture as well as a Ph.D. or equivalent). The editor should also possess strong organizational and editorial skills and be comfortable working collaboratively with an excellent group of column editors. Perhaps most importantly, the editor must possess an interest in presenting American history to a broad public, and an instinct for how to do so in a compelling way.

In addition, the editor's home institution would need to be understanding of the commitment involved in taking on the editorship, and be willing to support the editor in performing this work. This support could include release time from teaching; graduate research assistance; and other forms of support.

Interested candidates should contact Paul Erickson, the Director of Academic Programs at the American Antiquarian Society, via email at perickson[at]mwa.org, or by phone at 508-471-2158.

 

Computer Scanner

Innovative Document Imaging (IDI) is an imaging software and hardware company, specializing in document conversion and digitization of analog materials. Based in East Brunswick, IDI is engaged in a multi-year digitization project at the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, MA. We are hiring part time or full time image scanners for this temporary project.

Duties include preparation and scanning of documents using book scanners. Must be computer literate, detail-oriented, able to work independently, and possess good organizational skills. Knowledge of Microsoft applications is required. Previous scanning experience or experience working with rare printed materials is a plus. Please fax resume to 732-613-2788 or email at fhuelmo@idiimage.com.

 

Image Processor (#2007)

EBSCO Publishing is a leader in the on-line reference marketplace selling to libraries, corporations, and medical institutions worldwide. A division of EBSCO Industries, EP employs over 600 professionals in their Ipswich, MA headquarters. EP is currently looking to hire both full and part time Image Processors for a long-term temporary assignment at the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, MA

The Image Processors are responsible for scanning historical material with industrial scanners. Must have quality control of images at productivity rates and quality levels established by the department. Expected to recognize and report any problems with the scanning hardware and software to the Team Leader.

Qualified candidates must be computer literate with a proficiency using the Windows file system. Knowledge of electronic imaging is preferred. Previous museum experience with handling valuable artifacts is strongly preferred. Knowledge of image processing processes within a scanning environment, with an emphasis on overhead scanners and software, is not necessary, but would be helpful. Must have strong analytical & communication skills.

Please apply online at http://www.ebscohost.com/careers. EOE M/F/H/V

 

Other library employment opportunities:

Special Collections Librarian
Diamond Law Library

The Diamond Law Library of the Columbia University School of Law invites applications and nominations for the position of Special Collections Librarian. The primary function of this position involves administering the Library's rare book, manuscript, archival, and other special collections including: providing user services, doing collection development, planning preservation, and contributing to bibliographic control. Other responsibilities include creating and maintaining user access resources through research and writing, developing an exhibits program and publications in support of use of the collections, supporting activities of Law Dean's office, alumni development offices, and public relations office by providing historical and archival data extracted from the collections and elsewhere, meeting with potential donors, coordinating special collections activities with public services and technical services departments of the Library, and assistance with other related responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Requirements are: an MLS and an advanced degree in history and/or law, specialized training in or professional job experience in special collections management for scholarly use, familiarity with legal history and and legal education, and a working knowledge of at least one modern European language.

Preferred: Knowledge of Latin as well as the required modern European language.

For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume and the names/contact information for 3 references to: libjobs2@columbia.edu or send it to Human Resources, Columbia University, Box 18, Butler Library, MC 1104, 535 West 114th Street, New York, NY 10027. Please reference Search #70107027 and include your e-mail address. Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled; however, applications submitted before January 7, 2008 will receive priority consideration.

Columbia University is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

General Employment Information

Résumés may be sent to:

Edward J. Harris, Jr.
Director of Administration
American Antiquarian Society
185 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 471-2162
Email: eharris[at]mwa.org

The American Antiquarian Society is an equal opportunity employer

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