Research and Instruction Librarian for Business - University of Scranton, PA
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Job Purpose:
The University of Scranton invites applications for a full-time,
12-month, tenure-track Research & Instruction Librarian for
Business. The regularly scheduled hours for this position will be
primarily Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm, with occasional hourly
adjustments as needed. The successful candidate will be appointed to the
rank of Assistant Professor and will be compensated according to the collective bargaining agreement.
A generous benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and
vision coverage, retirement plan, paid vacations, holidays, research
leave, and tuition remission. All full-time faculty members also have
the opportunity to join our faculty union which serves as the local
chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).
The Research & Instruction Librarian for Business contributes to
the Library's campus-wide focus on transformative teaching and learning
in the Ignatian tradition. In addition to regular faculty
responsibilities, the Research & Instruction Librarian for Business
engages in information literacy instruction, research support, and
collection development for the academic departments in the University's
Kania School of Management and other cognate disciplines, including
Communications, Health Administration, and Human Resources.
Essential Duties:
Teaches as part of the Library’s information literacy program, which
includes information literacy instruction in core general education
courses, as well as undergraduate and graduate level disciplinary
courses. Provides research services and scholarly assistance to members
of the university community both in-person and online. Serves as library
liaison to the Kania School of Management, a role that includes
providing course-integrated instruction and collection development in
business related subject areas (accounting, economics, finance,
management, marketing, operations and analytics), as well as other
subject areas as assigned. Meets the expectations of tenure-track
faculty while progressing toward tenure by following the expectations
set forth in The University of Scranton’s Faculty Handbook. Provides the
responsible provision of Library services and building operations
coordination with other Library faculty and administration.
Additional Skills Required:
Willingness to develop the knowledge required to provide information
literacy instruction in business related courses. Ability to deal well
with members of the public. Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and
written communication skills, and presentation skills. Strong
analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work
effectively both as a team member and independently. Ability to work
creatively and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and
community-at-large. Professional commitment to user-focused library
services. Professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Ability to engage in scholarship and service to meet qualifications for
reappointment and tenure, as defined in the Faculty Handbook. Ability to
attain a second Master’s degree in a subject field, or the completion
of thirty graduate credits in a discipline that improves professional
competence, as a requirement for tenure (if not already accomplished at
time of hire).
Minimum Education Requirements: Possession of an American Library Association (ALA) accredited Master’s degree at time of appointment.
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
Experience working in a library or archives. Experience working
collaboratively with others to pursue, manage, and complete projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with business or related subject areas (e.g., accounting,
advertising, finance, economics, health administration, human resources,
marketing, operations, etc.). Knowledge of current trends in academic
librarianship related to research and instruction, such as knowledge of
the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
Experience creating engaging learning opportunities for student,
faculty, or community audiences. Proficiency in the use and adoption of
technological tools, such as social media and other emerging
technologies and platforms, for the delivery and support of library
services. Strong desire to explore pedagogical approaches and learning
theories that can enrich teaching practice. Familiarity with assessment
methods and techniques. Supervisory experience.
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 12
Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure: Tenure Track
Salary: Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with compensation package set according to the collective bargaining agreement.
About the Library and University:
The Weinberg Memorial Library provides superior resources, services,
and programs that meet the dynamic and diverse scholarly, cultural, and
social needs of the University and our community. We value teaching,
research, and lifelong learning, and we are committed to intellectual
freedom, preservation, accessibility, and sustainability. Our work
environment is forward-looking and participatory, with an emphasis on
transparency and faculty/staff development. Applicants must apply online
at https://universityofscrantonjobs.com
and include a cover letter summarizing qualifications and strengths, a
curriculum vitae (or résumé), and contact information for three
references. Review of applications will begin immediately with a
potential start date of August 1, 2022. See a direct link to the job
posting here. Prof. Ian O’Hara, Research & Instruction Librarian for Health Sciences, serves as the Search Committee Chair.
Posting Number: F00345P
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/2769396
