GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: This is a term limited position, beginning as soon as possible and is expected to end on May 31, 2026. The Visiting Research and Engagement Librarian collaborates with library colleagues and departmental faculty to design, deliver, and promote an information literacy curriculum grounded in outcomes-based assessment and skill development. As part of a team of research and engagement librarians, this position supports a comprehensive instruction program that includes interactive, hands-on classroom lessons, as well as the creation of online research guides and tutorials. The librarian also provides research support and instruction to both on-campus and online students and faculty, contributing to the library’s mission of fostering academic success through accessible, high-quality information services.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school required.
- Proven experience of at least 1 year delivering instruction in a library or academic setting, with a strong record of effective teaching.
- Ability to work both collaboratively in team-based environments and independently with diverse campus constituencies.
- Demonstrated expertise in identifying, accessing, and teaching the use of a wide range of information resources.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational abilities paired with exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to learn and implement new technologies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of issues, trends and technologies in information literacy
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough knowledge of academic software systems such as Navigate, Springshare, and Canvas.
