Announcements

The Steward & Sustain department (Special Collections and University Archives) at the Miami University Libraries, located in Oxford, Ohio, is accepting applications for the role of Preservation Librarian, to be hired at the Assistant or Associate Librarian-level. This is a full-time permanent position, with a possibility for remote work on a hybrid basis. The salary range for the position is $58,000-$63,000. 

The successful applicant will have the ability to meet the Miami University continuing contract and promotion requirements of the Libraries Appointment Rank and Promotion System (LARPS). For more information visit https://www.lib.miamioh.edu/about/larps. 

Job Summary: Miami University Libraries seeks a Preservation Librarian for the Steward & Sustain department. Reporting to the Head of the Steward & Sustain department, to provide leadership in planning and managing the preservation/conservation program for special collections, general library collections, and institutional archives; be responsible for a broad range of conservation and preservation activities including conservation assessment and treatment; exhibition, loan and digitization preservation; disaster planning and response; environmental monitoring; and emergency planning. Working closely with colleagues throughout Miami University Library, will provide outreach to Library staff concerning Library collections, practices, and preservation measures, and will ensure the smooth integration and timely completion of preservation and conservation activities. Miami University recognizes that technology enables us to find new ways of providing first class service and workplace flexibility. This position is approved for remote work on a hybrid basis. Remote work is a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason.

The full job posting can be found here: https://jobs.miamioh.edu/cw/en-us/job/501015/preservation-librarianassistant-or-associate-librarian