COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN FOR THE BLEGEN LIBRARY IN ATHENS
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) invites applications for the
position of Collection Development Librarian for the Carl W. Blegen Library in Athens. The
American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) is one of the world's leading
research and teaching institutions dedicated to the advanced study of all aspects of Greek
culture, from antiquity to the present day. Founded in 1881, the ASCSA provides graduate
students and scholars from over 180 affiliated North American colleges and universities a
base for research and study in Greece. The ASCSA operates two major research libraries in
Athens (the Blegen Library and the Gennadius Library), supports archaeological research
and excavations in the Ancient Agora of Athens, in Corinth, and elsewhere in Greece, and
disseminates information about its research through an active publications program.
The ASCSA is a primary resource for American and international graduate students and
scholars in Hellenic studies, from antiquity to the present day. The Blegen Library is a
non-circulating library dedicated to the entire field of classical antiquity, with special
emphasis on the language, literature, art, history and archaeology of Greece, with over
97,000 volumes, ca. 700 print periodical subscriptions, and ca. 500 electronic
subscriptions. The library primarily serves a constituency of North American students and
scholars, and there is a large group of international library users, including many Greek
scholars.
Key responsibilities of the Collection Development Librarian of the Blegen Library are as
follows:
· Undertakes the selection and acquisition of materials and the
development of the collection in all languages and all formats.
· Provides research assistance to members of the American School of
Classical Studies and visiting researchers who are library users.
· Works closely with colleagues to ensure timely and uninterrupted
access to the entire library collection for members and readers.
· Manages the Library's approval plans and publications exchange
program.
· Advises the Head Librarian on all matters relating to collection
development, maintenance and preservation and participates in the development of relevant
policies.
Position requirements:
· Advanced degree in classical archaeology or classics (PhD preferred)
with a specialization in ancient Greece.
· Appropriate experience in an academic research library highly
desirable.
· Fluency in English and Modern Greek and knowledge Ancient Greek and
Latin as well as the languages of scholarly research (German, French, Italian, etc.)
· Familiarity with bibliographic tools available for researchers in the
field and knowledge of scholarly publishing in the U.S. and Europe.
· Understanding of unique needs of a graduate research library and
familiarity with digital content management issues.
· Demonstrated skills and experience in relevant information
technology, including its use and management, and possessing a comprehensive understanding
of the technology-driven information environment.
· Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to
work both independently and as part of a team.
The position is full-time. Salary commensurate with experience. Generous benefits
package. Successful candidate will be expected to live and work in Athens, Greece.
Send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Karen
M. Bohrer, Head Librarian, Blegen Library, American School of Classical Studies at Athens,
54 Souidias Street, GR-106-76 Athens, Greece or email application to
kbohrer(a)ascsa.edu.gr. Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2011 and will
continue until the position is filled. ASCSA is an EO/AA employer. Website:
http://www.ascsa.edu.gr.
Karen M. Bohrer
Head Librarian, Blegen Library
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens
54 Souidias Street, GR-106 76 Athens, Greece
Telephone: (+30) 213-00-02-400 (ext. 120)
Fax: (+30) 210-72-50-584