Full-time, North Haven Campus.
Overview: Quinnipiac University's Netter Library seeks a Research and
Instruction Librarian. This Research and Instruction Librarian supports
and collaborates with faculty and other librarians to provide innovative
library instruction and information literacy programs, including
faculty outreach and developing collaborative teaching and learning
opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. The successful
candidate will also serve as a liaison to assigned academic departments
and provide consultation, technical assistance and creative expertise to
tailor instructional resources to faculty and student needs and to
integrate electronic information resources into the curriculum.
This Research and Instruction Librarian will primarily support the
Frank H. Netter, MD School of Medicine, as well as assist with
undergraduate programs in the School of Health Sciences.
About
Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian
institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from
Boston. The university enrolls more than 9,500 students in 110 degree
programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education,
Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and
the College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac is recognized by U.S. News
& World Report as both a best-value school and a top national
university, and has also earned recognition in Princeton Review's "The
Best 387 Colleges". Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work
For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more
information, please visit qu.edu.
Responsibilities: Actively
engage as a library liaison to assigned academic departments to
identify, understand, and support their curricular and research needs.
Develop and teach course-integrated instruction sessions, stand-alone
workshops, interactive tutorials, guides, etc. Routinely interact and
communicate with students and faculty to assess and develop information
needs in support of curriculum, research, and clinical decision-making.
Provide research assistance to library users, including assisting with
complex literature searches. Collaborates on library and university
committees. Participates in scholarly activities and professional
development. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Requirements: A Master’s degree (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program or
an equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience.
Qualifications: Minimum 2-3 years of relevant work experience in a
library setting. Less experience may be required if the individual
degree has an MLS and an advanced degree in the biosciences.
Understanding of current trends in academic libraries and higher
education, including teaching, learning, and research trends in the
health sciences. Excellent communication, presentation, and
interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and
collaboratively. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations
and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
TO APPLY: Please see the full job posting and apply online HERE.
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume,
cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of
this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion,
and contact information for three references on the application form.
Open until filled.
Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment
to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout
the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that
diversity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for
full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a
culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
COVID-19
Vaccination Requirement: Please note that the university has a COVID-19
vaccination requirement. For more information, please visit this link.
Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
