Framingham State University Henry Whittemore Library seeks a motivated, student-centered, Research and Instruction Librarian. Under the direction of the Dean of the Library and informed by the University's strategic priorities, the Research and Instruction Librarian is an integral member of the Research and Learning Department. The Research and Instruction Librarian provides information literacy instruction and research assistance to both students and faculty.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach
information literacy instruction aligned with ACRL's Framework for
Information Literacy for Higher Education to students, particularly
first year students in Rams101, Composition I and Composition II
courses.
• Support
students online in the LMS course environment through the Embedded
Librarian Program, and through the Ask A Librarian online chat
consultations.
• Collect, assess, and disseminate data related to teaching and outreach for internal use and external reporting.
• Serve as the administrator for Springshare products including LibAnswers and LibGuides.
• Coordinate and participate in the staffing rotation of the Research and Learning help desk and chat service.
• Stay
current on pedagogical, technological, and universal design best
practices, particularly for the instruction of first year students.
• Teach in the Research and Learning workshop series.
• Develop online research guides through the Libguides platform.
• Serve
as a library liaison to the academic college in coordination with the
Scholarly Resources Acquisitions and Management Librarian.
• Participate in library and university governance committees.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• ALA-accredited Master's degree in library information science
•
At least two years of relevant professional library experience
assisting patrons with research and teaching information literacy
classes in an academic library
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues, trends, and technologies related to academic research, and information literacy instruction
• Experience in searching academic library research databases
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a department
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Appreciation of the importance of equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace
This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA) bargaining unit at a faculty rank commensurate with experience and credentials. Salary commensurate with experience in accordance with Appendix O of the MSCA contract.
Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions: Candidates must apply online by submitting: Cover Letter, CV/Resume, Equity and Inclusion Statement (see the full job posting for details), and Names and contact information for three professional or academic references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application).
For best consideration, please submit application materials by February 16th. The review of applications may continue beyond that date and until the position is filled, at the discretion of the search committee.
