WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO)
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
At its Headquarters in Lyons, France, IARC has an opening for the position
of
Librarian and Information Specialist
The successful candidate will be in charge of the Library and Information
Services focusing on the selection and acquisition of materials for the
collection; the analysis, processing and organization of information
according to generally accepted rules and the organization's special needs.
Applicants should have an Advanced University degree (Master's or
equivalent) in information or library science or in a relevant substantive
field; knowledge of automated information systems as applied to libraries
and/or information networks. At least 5 years' experience at the national
level or three years at the international level in a biomedical or other
research-oriented library with managerial responsibility, a very good
knowledge of librarianship, documentation, and public health and cancer
related literature. Knowledge of standard hardware/software applications,
ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and ability
to organize and prioritize work. Excellent English and a working knowledge
of French are required.
The grade of the post is P3. The initial appointment will be for two years,
the first being probationary. The annual salary level is US$ 48 242 tax-free
at single rate and US$ 51 682 for a staff member with dependants, plus a
variable cost of living element which is currently 5.3% of the above
figures.
Send applications by 15 June 2002 to: Personnel Office, IARC, 150 Cours
Albert Thomas, 69008 Lyon, France, Fax +33 4 72 73 83 35, E-mail:
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For more information, see IARC home page: http://www.iarc.fr under
"vacancies". Please quote vacancy notice number RC/02/3 and complete the WHO
Personal History form, obtainable on the home page. Applications from women
are encouraged.
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