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Serves at the behest of a vice provost to assist the chief executive officer of an academic, research or administrative function of a university campus. Covers a more defined perspective than the Associate level. Persons being considered for appointment or promotion to this rank shall have at least five years of successful academic library experience at the Associate Librarian or its equivalent. They shall have demonstrated superior professional performance in a successful and developing career. In addition, they shall have a record of research and service demonstrating significant achievement in the field. Tenure is normally recommended if initial appointment is made at this rank. The faculty rank is equivalent to full professor.