Princeton University

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks candidates for the position of Leader, Middle Eastern Languages Team in the Cataloging and Metadata Services Department. The Middle Eastern Languages Team (MELT) Leader supervises two professional librarians and four paraprofessional bibliographic specialists and collaborates with colleagues within Cataloging and Metadata Services and other Library departments. The MELT Leader must be strongly versed in Arabic and the history and cultures of the Middle East and possess the qualities and experience necessary to lead the team in the creation and management of metadata critical to the effective use of the Library's renowned Near East collections, which constitute one of the major assemblages of Near Eastern research materials in the United States. All areas of classical Islamic civilization are well represented, emphasizing literary, historical, legal, and religious texts. This position will be located in the Library's off-campus office. Primary Responsibilities - Supervise, motivate, and provide ongoing staff development for staff cataloging Middle Eastern language material - Collaborate with library staff across the system on digital projects and Middle Eastern language catalog-related needs - Explore and implement new technologies, standards, and workflows to improve turn-around time and enhance user services - Maintain awareness of peer operations and best practices through professional involvement Key Qualifications Required - MLS combined with an academic background in Middle Eastern studies; or an advanced degree in Middle Eastern studies and a minimum of two years of experience in a research library - Strong reading knowledge of Arabic - Minimum three years of supervisory experience - Experience cataloging applying current standards Preferred - Reading knowledge of Hebrew, Urdu, Persian, Turkish, and/or Ottoman Turkish The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Associate Librarian or more senior rank depending upon qualifications and experience. Applications must be submitted via https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/31381 and include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. PUL is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and advancing the University's commitment to racial equity within our community and the world. We encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply for our positions. To find out more about PUL's work towards greater inclusivity, equity, and diversity, please see PUL's "About" page at https://library.princeton.edu/about. Princeton is especially interested in highly qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

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