Job Description
Date Posted: 02/02/09
Closing Date: 03/15/09
Title: Assistant Professor – SILS – Digital Libraries and Archives
Department: Information and Library Science
School: School of Information and Library Science

Position Summary:
This is full-time tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank, available Fall 2009.

The selected applicant will be a dedicated, dynamic researcher and teacher in two or more of the following areas of specialization: archives, digital archives, libraries and repositories, Web and Internet Studies, systems and networks. Viewed within the School’s broader field of cultural informatics, this position supports our certificate programs in archives and museum libraries and our World Information, Society and Environments program (WISE) with its emphasis on information science and digital technology studied in diverse cultural and social contexts.

Located in the heart of Manhattan, Pratt-SILS seeks faculty that will thrive in this culturally diverse environment and will engage with the Pratt community to pursue creative and innovative approaches to their work and to help enrich and develop the Pratt-SILS degree and certificate programs.

Job Responsibilities:
– Teach three courses per semester.
– Develop courses, help build programs in area of specialization, and contribute to curriculum development.
– Serve as an advisor to SILS students.
– Develop an active and sustained research agenda.
– Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.
– Serve on School and Institute committees and participate in related school activities and institute-wide initiatives.
– Contribute to the life of the school.
– Perform all other related activities as required.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:
Education:
Ph.D. in library and information science or a related field required.

Experience:
Must have higher education teaching experience and some professional experience related to archives and preservation. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence teaching in a graduate program in LIS.
Candidates should demonstrate ability and practice in two or more of the following areas: creating digital libraries and archives including physical archives, digital repositories and databases, Web-based collections in networked environments and systems, digital resources, publications and services.

Other:
Must have a record of related research and publications and be active in professional organizations; preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated potential for leadership in research and professional service.
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communications skills required.

To Apply:
Please email a cover letter, CV, the names and contact information for three professional references, and a brief statement on teaching area and research interests, indicating “Assistant Professor Search” in the subject line to:

drabina@pratt.edu

***Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required upon employment.***