Associate Dean, Library Technology

McGill University

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Salary commensurate with experience; not specified...
Master's degree in library or information science
5+ years managerial experience in academic library
Leadership of it professionals and librarians
The Associate Dean will provide strong leadership ensuring the management, strategic direction, and implementation of digital initiatives, discovery services, digitization, and digital preservation

Job Summary

  • The Associate Dean will provide strong leadership ensuring the management, strategic direction, and implementation of digital initiatives, discovery services, digitization, and digital preservation.
  • This role serves as the primary technology strategist for McGill Libraries, collaborating with the Library Cabinet to develop an innovative vision for digital collections and information technology services.
  • The successful candidate must foster a culture of innovation while advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the Libraries' services and workplace.

Matching Summary

The Associate Dean will provide strong leadership ensuring the management, strategic direction, and implementation of digital initiatives, discovery services, digitization, and digital preservation.

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience; Not specified; Three-year tenure track contract with possibility of renewal

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Library or Information Science
  • 5+ years managerial experience in academic library
  • Leadership of IT professionals and librarians
  • Knowledge of digital preservation and repository platforms
  • Experience with emerging technologies like AI and linked data
  • Proven track record in strategic planning and budgeting

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of French language
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
  • Understanding of Indigenous history and reconciliation in Canada
  • Ability to secure funding from grant agencies
  • Experience working in a unionized environment

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in LIS or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years in managerial position
  • Appointment at Associate or Full Librarian level
  • Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status preferred

Work Rights

Canadians and permanent residents given priority

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