University Libraries Professional Vacancy
Libraries Employment| Position: | Research Associate I (Assessment Analyst) |
| Appointment Rank: | Exempt |
| Salary: | $40,000.00 |
| Available: | July 1, 2008 |
Duties and Responsibilities:
TThe University of Tennessee Libraries seeks a person qualified to provide statistical expertise to the development of a multi-faceted library assessment program. Assessment activities may include the use of statistics, surveys, user studies, focus groups, usability studies, and other assessment tools.
The individual will contribute to development of standard operating procedures for a new, broad-based program of library assessment, working with librarians and staff throughout the University Libraries. Has responsibility for technical duties and coordination in the collection, compilation, and analysis of statistical data using standard statistical techniques. Serves as a resource for individuals and groups engaged in assessment activities; may provide training or coordination of specific projects.
Prepares reports to summarize analysis of data, interpret findings, and provide conclusions and recommendations to management. Maintains web sites or other communication devices to report on quantity and quality of services.
Reports to the Assistant Dean of Libraries.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a preferred emphasis in statistics or significant coursework in statistics. Experience with applied statistics. Experience with statistical analysis programs such as SPSS, SAS, and Atlas.ti. Computer literacy, including expertise with standard office applications. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals and groups throughout the University Libraries. Ability to work independently and with others to meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred, especially in statistics or information/library science. Experience working in an academic library. Expertise in assessment activities or social science research.
Environment:
The University of Tennessee is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, offering comprehensive programs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional education; research; and public service throughout the state.
The University of Tennessee Libraries, with an annual budget of more than $16 million, employs over three hundred persons, including 40 librarians. UT Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, SOLINET, and the Center for Research Libraries.
Benefits:
Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days and 12 sick leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans.
Tuition remission is available for all university employees; partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees.
Review of applications will begin June 6, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Library Personnel & Procurement, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to ejgreene@utk.edu.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
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