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>>>ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCHOLAR - JOHN JAY PAPERS PROJECT
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>>>The Rare Book and Manuscript Library of Columbia University seeks a part
>>>time Associate Research Scholar to oversee the implementation of an NEH
>>>funded project to provide digital access to the papers of John Jay.
>>>Acting as a project editor and working with Columbia University
>>>Libraries staff, the ARS will  be responsible for the creation of a
>>>searchable database encompassing basic information derived from
>>>catalogue entries for some 13,000 individual items as well as digital
>>>images of those items.   The job will include supervision of a project
>>>assistant and liaison with assigned vendors.  Other duties will include
>>>quality control inspection, advising on web design and search
>>>mechanisms, and assistance in developing related Jay projects.
>>>Knowledge of the history of the American Revolutionary and early Federal
>>>periods is highly desirable, as well as general familiarity with the key
>>>figures of the age and an ability to read historical documents and
>>>manuscripts.
>>>
>>>Job Duties:
>>>Reviews conditions and status of papers; updates documentation;
>>>establishes and clears copyrights; calls for new papers; corresponds
>>>with holding institutions; resolves problems relating to content or
>>>accuracy.  Oversees the performance of vendor services.  Supervises
>>>Project Assistant in physical management of the collection, including:
>>>packing, shipping and review of database entries.  Assists in the design
>>>and testing of database and search mechanism. Assists in grant writing
>>>and fund raising for this project and related John Jay undertakings.
>>>Handles research requests and questions relating to John Jay papers and
>>>materials.  Works with John Jay Advisory Board to insure maintenance of
>>>highest intellectual standard and to resolve problems related to
>>>intellectual content.
>>>
>>>Job Requirements:
>>>Position requires a PhD in American History, knowledge of archival
>>>organization and procedures, and experience with historical editing.
>>>Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
>>>Knowledge of early American history, scholarly research techniques and
>>>database design and management are required.  Demonstrated written and
>>>oral communication skills are required.  Previous supervisor/management
>>>experience highly desirable.  Excellent organizational skills essential.
>>>
>>>This Officer of Research position is currently funded through May,
>>>2002.  The position will work 20 hours per week at a salary of $20,230
>>>per year.   Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter
>>>to Joe Knox.  519 Butler Library, 535 West 114th Street, New York, NY
>>>10027.  (jk690@columbia.edu, FAX (212)854-1550).  Columbia University is
>>>An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  Minorities and women
>>>are encouraged to apply.  Applications will be read upon receipt.

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