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Position Announcement--Duke University Medical Center



 Duke University
 Director of Medical Center Archives

Duke University Medical Center and Health System invites applications
and nominations for the position of director of Medical Center Archives.
Duke seeks a person with a vision of what a 21st ?century university
archives should be; a commitment to preserving the university's heritage
in all formats, and to fostering that heritage in educational efforts
with faculty, students, alumni and community; an appreciation for
history and experience in conducting research using historical records;
and an ability to plan and implement a program for managing paper and
electronic records in cooperation with main campus.

The Director/Archivist will report to the Associate Dean of Library
Services.  He or she will supervise a staff in Archives, and in
conjunction with the University Archivist and an advisory committee,
will set policy and direction for the schools and administrative offices
for record retention and preservation of historical/archival documents.
The director of Archives will make recommendations to DUMC/DUHS officers
about a comprehensive records management and preservation program for
the Medical Center and Health System.

Qualifications:  This position requires at least a master's degree in
either history or library and information science, knowledge of standard
archival description systems, and experience in archives organizational
records administration, with effective management of staff, budget, and
records, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and
experience.  Archival education coursework, a second degree, and
certification in records management (CRM) are preferred.  Knowledge of
confidentiality and privacy issues is preferred.

Minimum salary $60,000; commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Nominations or applications should be directed to:
      Patricia L. Thibodeau, Associate Dean for Library Services
      Search Committee - Director of Medical Center Archives
      DUMC Box 3702
      Durham, North Carolina 27710

Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a letter to the
committee about background and interest in the position.  The Search
Committee will begin reviewing applications in June and will continue
until the position is filled.

Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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