January 24, 2005
UT Libraries Seek Applicants for Minority Librarian Residency Program
Successful program seeks new residents
Building on the success of its first program, which was launched in 2003, the UT Libraries is looking for three new candidates for the two-year residency program. The new residency candidates will begin employment in the fall of 2005. The purpose of the program is to attract recent library school graduates from underrepresented groups to a challenging and rewarding career in academic librarianship.
Successful candidates will serve as residents for two years and may be eligible for permanent employment as faculty upon completion of the program. Residents will work closely with librarians to develop skills and career plans, develop collegial relationships with faculty outside the library, participate in library committees, and become involved with professional associations.
Residents will work in several areas of the library and will take part in a variety of initiatives and projects.
For more information about program and the Libraries’ commitment to diversity, potential applicants are encouraged to visit the following web sites:
UT Libraries' Diversity Committee
Minority Residency Program and detailed vacancy announcement
Diversity Librarians' Network, developed and maintained by current UT Libraries' residents.
Candidates are also welcome to contact the current residents at residents@lib.utk.edu to learn more about the program and ask questions.
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