Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science Cataloging Librarian

Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science Cataloging Librarian The Lilly Library seeks a collaborative, enthusiastic, and innovative librarian to serve as the inaugural Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science Cataloging Librarian. The cataloger will work closely with the Head, Cataloging & Description, and the Silver‑Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science to describe and make available Lilly Library materials relating to dermatology, general medicine, and science in all formats. We maintain a growing collection ranging from the Middle Ages to the present, including print and manuscript materials in multiple languages. This is a tenure‑track position with requirements for ongoing professional development and service. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment with colleagues within the Lilly Library and the IU Libraries system. Responsibilities Serve as the primary cataloger for all Lilly Library materials relating to dermatology, general medicine, and science in all formats Organize and lead special projects relating to intellectual and physical control of Lilly Library materials relating to dermatology, general medicine, and science Collaborate with the Silver‑Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine, and Science on interpreting and increasing awareness of the Lilly Library’s collections relating to dermatology, general medicine, and science Participate in departmental conversations and contribute to internal policy development and documentation Keep abreast of national developments in cataloging standards and best practices as they emerge and develop Engage in service and professional development activities that enrich the librarian’s practice and contribute meaningfully to the profession Basic Qualifications Applicants are encouraged to think broadly and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. ALA‑accredited graduate degree in library or information science or international equivalent; candidates with an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and appropriate experience in a library setting will also be considered A minimum of 2 years professional cataloging experience, including original cataloging using one or more of the Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials manuals Demonstrated working knowledge of MARC21; the Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials (DCRM) suite; Resource Description and Access (RDA); Library of Congress classification and subject headings Reading knowledge of one or more languages represented in the Library’s collections of dermatology, general medicine, and science Demonstrated working knowledge of cataloging standards, best practices, tools, and emerging trends within the field Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably in multiple modalities Ability to meet the tenure or tenure‑track position requirements at the IU Libraries as demonstrated by an ongoing record of professional development and service Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated working knowledge of Anglo‑American Cataloging Rules (2nd ed.); Descriptive Cataloging of Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, and Early Modern Manuscripts (AMREMM); the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) Name Authority Cooperative Program (NACO) and Subject Authority Cooperative Program (SACO) Previous experience or academic work in the sciences, broadly defined, or the history of science Supervisory and/or project management experience Demonstrated engagement in service and professional development activities on a local and/or national level Demonstrated experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders Demonstrated experience communicating with and/or writing for a non‑specialist audience Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Must be able to travel between work locations; free public transportation is available between the Lilly Library and the Auxiliary Library Facility (ALF) Ability to lift and move boxes (up to 25 pounds); handle large, unwieldy books; and push book trucks Possibility of encountering mold or other allergens during routine work tasks Salary and Rank Salary and rank depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Starting salaries: Assistant Librarians — $62,500; Associate Librarians — $64,500; and Full Librarians — $82,500. Application Process Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by November 13, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at . Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io . The expected start date is January 5, 2026, but please note that the start date is negotiable. Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case‑by‑case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously. #J-18808-Ljbffr