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Job: Archivist (Pennsylvania Hospital: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA)

• Date: Wed, 11 Oct 2000 16:06:18 -0700 (Pacific Daylight Time)
• To: sthc-l@library.ucla.edu
• From: Russell A. Johnson <rjohnson@library.ucla.edu>
• Subject: Job: Archivist (Pennsylvania Hospital: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA)
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Russell Johnson
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Date: Tue, 10 Oct 2000 19:43:58 -0400
From: "Nina Lerman, H-SCI-MED-TECH" <smtedit@mail.h-net.msu.edu>
Subject: JOBS: archivist, Pennsylvania Hospital
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From: "Szabunia, Margo" <szabunim@pahosp.com>


Job Posting
Archivist- Pennsylvania Hospital


RESPONSIBILITIES: The archivist maintains the varied collections of
Pennsylvania Hospital including the Archives, the Historic Library,
Historic Artifacts Collection, the Fine Art and Antique Furniture
collection;  provides reference service to historical researchers,
hospital staff and the public; oversees the Friends of the Historic
Collections organization;  creates exhibits, writes and manages grants,
gives tours, and provides education. As the nation's first hospital,
Pennsylvania Hospital has amassed an extraordinarily rich collection of
18th, 19th and 20th century literature, records, photographs, artifacts,
and ephemera. Researchers in the fields of the history of medicine and
nursing are especially eager to make use of these collections. Visit our
website at www.med.upenn.edu/paharc/ for more information about the
collections.

QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA accredited institution or MA in History or
Art.  Two or more years experience in archival collections, including
experience in preservation and conservation techniques. Excellent writing,
communications, presentation, research, and organizational skills.
Facility with a variety of software applications and web development
skills are required. Strong consideration will be given to candidates with
a demonstrated interest or background in the History of Medicine, Nursing,
or Philadelphia. Archival Certification by the ACA preferred.

SALARY: Offers competitive salary with excellent benefits package.

CONTACT: Resume with cover letter, salary requirements, and three
references may be faxed, mailed, or e-mailed to:

Mary McCann, MLIS
Manager, Library Services
Pennsylvania Hospital
800 Spruce Street
Three Pine Center
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Fax: 215.829.7155
E-mail: mccannm@pahosp.com
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