Institute Librarian - Institute for Advanced Study

Job Description:

 The Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey,
is one of the world’s preeminent centers for fundamental inquiry and
foundational discovery. As it prepares to embark upon its second century, the
Institute seeks its first Institute Librarian to envision and expand library
services for the next generation of an international community dedicated to
curiosity-driven research and the free dissemination of knowledge. This
leadership opportunity calls for an innovative and versatile library
administrator who can combine operational excellence and expertise with a deep
understanding of the Institute’s mission, culture, and values. 

For many years, the Institute has maintained two separate
libraries on its campus: one for the School of Social Science and the School of
Historical Studies, and one for the School of Mathematics and the School of
Natural Sciences. The Institute Librarian will lead the development of their services and
collections to ensure they remain responsive to the evolving needs of the
Institute and its scholars. The Institute Librarian will also curate the
library spaces, including a major venue under renovation that is expected to reopen
in 2027, as well as the Shelby White and Leon Levy Archives Center. In
addition, the Institute Librarian will steward the Institute’s long-standing
partnership with the Princeton University Library, building capacity for
collaboration between institutions and their respective collections and services.

Supported by an endowment of $1.3 billion, the Institute is well-positioned
to sustain and augment the library resources that nourish the work of its 28 permanent
Faculty and more than 250 visiting scholars who reside on its 600-acre campus.
The library collections and archives are housed in a variety of campus spaces
and locations that figure prominently in the Institute’s design as a haven for
discovery, offering abundant opportunities for solitude and encounter. Most
importantly, the Institute Librarian will manage and direct the staff of 10
library and archives professionals who provide a high level of personalized support
for the diverse needs of the Institute and its scholars.    

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Institute
Librarian will work closely with the Director and Faculty representatives from
the Institute's Schools. The Institute Librarian will also serve as a member of
the Director’s senior management team and benefit from their cross-functional
expertise and collaborative support.

Position
Summary           

The Institute Librarian is the Institute’s senior
library professional with oversight for all library matters, including
strategic planning, delivery of services, use of library facilities, development
of digital and print collections, staffing, budgeting, and compliance. The
Institute Librarian also convenes and administers the Faculty library
committees and serves as the Institute’s primary liaison to the Princeton
University Library and other external partners. In addition, the Institute
Librarian oversees the Shelby White and Leon Levy Archives, an integral and
unique component of the Institute’s collection of scholarly resources. 

Essential
Job Duties

Strategic
Leadership (60%)

• Develop a strategic vision to ensure that in a
  rapidly evolving information environment, the libraries, archives, and staff
  continue to deliver services appropriate to the Institute’s mission of advanced
  research and discovery.
• Work closely with Institute leadership, Faculty, and
  Members to prioritize library and archives services and the strategic
  allocation of resources.
• Lead, manage, and recruit staff to further the
  strategic and operational goals of the libraries and the archives.
• Oversee the continuing evolution of the Institute’s
  collection development policies.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external
  partners that will advance the Institute’s goals and mission. 

Oversight
and Management (30%)

• Advance the Institute’s research mission by
  planning, developing, and delivering high-quality, accessible library and
  archives services.
• Manage the operations of the libraries and archives
  with a focus on meeting the diverse needs of the Institute’s scholars through
  exceptional service delivery and a commitment to innovation and the adoption of
  best practices.
• Develop and administer the annual budgets for the
  libraries and archives.
• Manage the Institute’s collections in accordance
  with collection development policies.
• Collaborate with Faculty committees to develop
  agenda and priorities for consideration.
• Leverage
  technology to create deeper cohesion among academic resources and to support
  new and diverse research methodologies and interests among the Institute
  scholars. 

All
other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer and/or the Director (10%)

Minimum
Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS).
• Five years of related experience in library and information sciences as well as academic administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and the ability to evaluate emerging trends and technologies related to libraries and archives.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, leading, and managing library staff and in building cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success in building inter-institutional partnerships and collaborations.
• Demonstrated success in academic institutions requiring change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Supervisory
Responsibilities

• Librarian (3)
• Library Assistant (2)
• Archivist 
• Bibliographic Specialist
• Interlibrary Loan Specialist

·        
Must
be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.

·        
Public-facing
position with frequent interaction with staff, faculty, and scholars.

·        
Ability
to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

The Institute for Advanced Study retains the right to change or assign
other duties to this position at any time.

To perform this role successfully, an individual must
satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential
job functions. 

The anticipated pay range for this position is $240,000 to $270,000.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and
vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage;
flexible spending accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; tuition assistance;
retirement plans; and an employee assistance program.

For consideration, please provide a cover letter with your resume.

The Institute for Advanced Study is an Equal Opportunity Employer.