The Evolving Responsibilities, Roles, and Competencies of East Asian Studies Librarians: A Content Analysis of Job Postings from 2008 to 2019

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  • Author(s): Li, Xiang; Li, Tang
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    College & Research Libraries. Jun 2021 82(4):474-489.
  • Publication Date:
    2021
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
    Information Analyses
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Association of College and Research Libraries. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://crl.acrl.org
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      16
    • Education Level:
      Higher Education
      Postsecondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Asian Studies; Academic Libraries; Librarians; Occupational Information; Foreign Countries; Content Analysis; Library Role; Employment Qualifications; Specialists; Job Skills
    • Subject Terms:
      United States; Canada
    • Accession Number:
      10.5860/crl.82.4.474
    • ISSN:
      0010-0870
    • Abstract:
      A content analysis of 62 job postings for East Asian studies librarians in the United States and Canada during 2008-2019 demonstrates that major job responsibilities have expanded to include collection development and management, reference and research assistance, instruction, liaison work, and outreach; relationship building and collaboration are emerging roles; skills and abilities have been progressively occupying a larger proportion than knowledge and experience in the required qualifications; top frequently required abilities and skills are generic and behavioral; and professional experiences are often preferred rather than required. The results of this research are of practical relevance to subject specialists in other areas.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2021
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1306542