Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Music Librarian

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale University in New Haven seeks an experienced librarian to serve as a subject specialist for music and to provide research consultations, instruction, and liaison services across the university.

The role involves developing collections in multiple formats, outreach to promote access, and collaboration with departments on preservation and digitization. Faculty and graduate students will rely on this position for expert music resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited library school and an advanced degree in music.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven knowledge of music librarianship and leadership in a research library.

Responsibilities

• Serves as subject specialist for relevant academic departments and students and faculty; provides research consultations, instruction sessions, in-person and virtual reference services, and other liaison librarian support.
• Develops library collections in print, digital, audio-visual formats; builds strong vendor relationships.
• Raises awareness of collections through outreach (office hours, social media, exhibits, tours, mailing lists, concert and conference sponsorship).
• Creates and maintains websites, online guides, and other digital research tools.
• May collaborate with staff on ordering materials and with special collections on acquisitions.
• Collaborates on collection preservation and digitization projects with relevant departments.

Skills

Subject liaison & leadership

Research consultations

Reference services

Communication

Project design & delivery

Collaborative work

Education

ALA-accredited library degree + advanced music degree

Tools

N/A

Job description

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Overview

Provides consultation and instruction services in support of research and teaching related to the study of music and develops, manages, and promotes Yale ‘s library collections.

This position will be assigned a rank of Librarian 3 or Librarian 4 based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments. Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of current developments in information and music librarianship with a proven ability to provide leadership and direction in a research library.
• In-depth knowledge of music literature and music reference sources, Strong commitment to collection building and to innovative public service programs.
• Excellent communication skills (reading, writing, speaking). Demonstrated excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications and analytical ability.
• Demonstrated record of designing project and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing team environment.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of one or more European languages.
• Experience working in an academic music and/or performing arts library.
• Experience with course instruction planning.

Principal Responsibilities

• Serves as subject specialist for relevant academic departments and students and faculty throughout the university. Provides research consultations, instructions sessions, in -person and virtual reference services, and other liaison librarian support.
• Develops library collection in all appropriate formats (print, digital, audio-visual, etc.). Builds strong vendor relationships for this purpose.
• Raises awareness of collections through outreach efforts such as maintaining office hours, social media, exhibits, tours, mailing list messages, and the sponsorship for concerts, lectures and conferences.
• Creates and maintains web sites, online research guides, and other digital tools for research and teaching.
• May work closely with staff who order and process collection materials.
• May collaborate with special collections colleagues regarding acquisitions of rare music materials.
• May collaborate with relevant departments on projects related to collection preservation and digitization. Collaborates with relevant departments in support of research and teaching.
• May collaborate with library staff engaged in fund-raising and development efforts.
• Participates in Research and Learning planning and programs. Participates in library system-wide planning, committees, and working groups, and engages in collaborations and professional activities at Yale, as well as regionally, nationally, and internationally.
• Serves as Instructor of Record for MUS 560: Music Research and Editions for the Yale School of Music.
• May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts.
• May be required to assist with other duties as assigned.

Required Education And Experience

• Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited library school and an advanced degree in music.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.

Job Posting Date

09/04/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Library

Compensation Grade Profile

(LIB)

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $145,250.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.