Material Resources LibrarianVirginia Commonwealth UniversitySchool of the Arts in Qatar Position Number: FA4320 Location: Doha, Qatar Position Begins: July 1, 2009 VCUQatar (www.qatar.vcu.edu) is a four-year, degree granting campus of Virginia Commonwealth University, School of the Arts, ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the leading art and design program among all U.S. public universities. The fully accredited School is located in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. VCUQatar is affiliated with the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (www.qf.org.qa). Celebrating ten years of operation, VCUQatar offers BFA degrees in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, and Interior Design with the majority of students from the Gulf region and approximately 30% international. A Master of Fine Arts in Design is undergoing final review for implementation in Fall 2009, becoming the first MFA in Design in the Gulf. VCUQatar was the first campus established in Education City and has since been joined by Carnegie-Mellon University (Business and Computer Science), Cornell University’s Weill School of Medicine, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, Northwestern University (Journalism and Communication), and Texas A & M University (Engineering). The VCUQatar Library advances the University’s teaching, research and service mission with its specialized collections and services focusing on the design curriculum. The collections include books and media, journals, an image library and electronic resources; a materials library is proposed to support the new MFA. The VCUQatar Library receives support from VCU Libraries, including document delivery services, to supplement its collections. Position Description The successful candidate will be able to provide direction, inspiration and support for materials research for the undergraduate and graduate design programs on the Qatar campus. The librarian will be responsible for building, organizing, and updating a collection of materials samples as well as professional-level product literature for fashion, interior design, graphic design and related design disciplines. The librarian will also design and deliver services including access to and information about materials and the collection, research support for students and faculty, and current awareness services for new materials and applications. Maintain industry connections and procure materials internationally. The person in this position reports to the VCUQatar Director of Libraries. Qualifications A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a design related discipline or materials-based design field. Experience in managing materials collections in an academic setting or professional design office. The successful candidate will demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of emerging trends in design materials, material production and issues of sustainability. Strong commitment to proactive service and enthusiasm for work with students and faculty. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work in a collaborative setting. The ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects. Fluency in written and spoken English. Preferred: Graduate degree. A degree, training or experience in the fields of librarianship or archival work. Experience with collection automation and data management software. Knowledge of current technologies. Review of applications begins December 1, 2008 and continues until position is filled. Application Process Qualified applicants who have a record of achievement appropriate to VCUQatar should submit a letter of interest with a curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names of five references including email and telephone contact information to: Ryan Ellington (rfellington@vcu.edu), Human Resources Administrator. Only Electronic submissions will be accepted. To read the full job description and for information about benefits and VCUQatar, please visit http://www.vcu.edu/arts/employment/qatar Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |