Job Opening Title: Archivist
Institution/Organization Name: American Academy of Pediatrics
Job Location (City, State, Province, Country): Elk Grove Village, IL
Application Deadline:
Link to job posting: http://www.aap.org/employment
Years of experience required: 2-3
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Please include instructions for how to apply.: Seeking an addition to our Division of Library & Archival Services to develop, organize, and maintain the American Academy of Pediatrics Pediatric History Center (PHC) collection, including the Web site and computerized database of historical material such as selected institutional papers (archives), pediatric artifacts, and personal papers (manuscripts) of leading pioneers in the field of pediatrics and child health.
Qualified candidates will have:
• Masters degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school, including coursework in archival principles and practices required. Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) preferred.
• 2-3years experience managing historical materials in an archival setting, including rare book cataloging, database development, website development and maintenance and using automated library systems.
• Experience in a medical society or experience with a move as we are relocating next year would be helpful.
• Knowledge of special collections, history of medicine, and material preservation strongly preferred.
• Must be able to plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously, work effectively with researchers and donors, work independently, and pay close attention to detail.
• Good oral and written communication skills and facility in mastering new computer software required.
• Some travel required.
To apply for this position and learn more about the AAP and this role, please visit www.aap.org/employment.
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