Clemson University Libraries seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented archivist as our The Shepard Family Archivist for Neurodiversity. This temporary lecturer position will build and make accessible a new collecting area focused on ClemsonLIFE and Neurodiversity that will be housed in Special Collections and Archives (SCA). This will include building on the department’s work in conducting oral histories as well as acquiring relevant archival and rare book materials by donation or purchase. The Shepard Family Archivist for Neurodiversity will also contribute to departmental work on reviewing processing procedures, workflows, as well as reference work, to ensure that we are considering neurodiverse perspectives in our work.

This is a 1-year contract for a Temporary Lecturer position, renewable up to 3-years, accountable to the Head of Special Collections and Archives.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborates with ClemsonLIFE and the University Archivist to coordinate the transfer of appropriate institutional records of long-term historical value
• Takes a strategic and creative approach to collecting archival and rare book materials relating to neurodiversity
• Appraises, arranges, and describes archival materials
• Conducts oral history interviews in accordance with best practices
• Collaborates with department, library, and campus colleagues to foster interest in Clemson University’s history through the development of digital resources, programming, and presentations
• Promotes the university’s history through reference, research, publication, and instruction
• Engages in professional development such as attending conferences, workshops, and webinars related to job functions

Please note: lecturer rank faculty are not required to develop a research and service portfolio, but those opportunities will be made available to the successful candidate.

Salary and Benefits: 

Faculty rank and minimum salary of $60,000 based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Various medical plans, dental plans, and retirement plans are available. 18 days annual leave, 15 days sick leave, 13 paid holidays, and liberal professional development leave are provided. Library faculty receive an individual stipend for travel or other professional development activity.

For more information and to apply, please visit this link.