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Minimum Requirements:
1. Advanced graduate work in business history and the history of technology or related areas (such as the history of design, sociology of technology, etc.) is required, as is a deep understanding of research and instructional needs in business history and the history of technology. Strong preference given to candidates with a PhD and a record of scholarly publication and presentations.
2. Demonstrated experience with the acquisition and use of original archival resources is required. Experience with digital and media materials for research and teaching is highly desired.
3. Experience assisting students and faculty in the design and execution of research projects is required. Evidence of the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, is required. Teaching experience is desired.
4. A high level of research skills and knowledge of bibliographic and other information resources in print and online is required.
5. Demonstrated experience in finding and using a wide variety of research materials, including print and digital texts and/or special collections and archival materials is required. Experience with emerging technologies, digital materials, and research tools and their use in scholarly environments is highly desired.
6. Substantial knowledge of or experience in a research-centered library, archival, or museum program is highly desired.
7. Experience interacting with the media is desired.
8. Experience with donor relations, fundraising, and grant writing is desired.
9. Curatorial or management experience in libraries, archives, or museums is desired.
10. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively and collegially with library staff as well as with faculty and students is required. Ability to perform effectively in and contribute successfully to a diverse, multicultural workplace environment is also required.
11. Proven record of representing a world-class organization is required. Successful experience in the development and stewardship of relationships with donors, foundations, and institutional partners is highly desired.
For consideration at the Librarian 3 rank.
In addition to the above-mentioned knowledge, skills, and abilities:
● Five or more years of experience with relevant areas of research, in an academic library, or in a related setting with evidence of capacity to work at a higher level of responsibility for a combination of education and relevant experience.
● Demonstrated professional accomplishments relevant to the responsibilities of this position. These may include scholarly publications, teaching, and library-related publications and presentations.
Physical Requirements*:
● Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
● Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
● Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
● Use a telephone, operate hand controls.
● Must be able to push and maneuver a fully loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.
* Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Working Conditions:
● May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
Work Standards:
● Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
● Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
● Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.
We believe Stanford’s future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.
The expected pay range for this position for Level 2 is $86,000-$101,000 and Level 3 is $98,000-$118,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.