at Loyola University Of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
University Libraries - Research and Learning Librarian, Non-Tenure Track
Position Title
University Libraries - Research and Learning Librarian, Non-Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category
University Faculty
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code
LIBRARY REFERENCE (02900E)
Department Name
LIBRARY - CUDAHY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Loyola University Chicago (Loyola) seeks applications from user-focused and collaborative candidates for two (2) positions as Research and Learning Librarian. One position will supportChemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics, the other one will supportthe School of Business and School of Communications. Each position will develop, deliver, and assess instruction and other information literacy initiatives; consult with and provide support for student and faculty researchers throughout the research lifecycle; and identify, acquire, and promote scholarly resources to support curricular and research needs. Each position also supports general research and learning needs of the university, including information literacy instruction for first-year students, and participates in other library programming and information services.
At Loyola, Librarian is a special faculty appointment with opportunities for promotion. Librarians work in a collegial and supportive environment, where individual discovery and exploration are balanced with teamwork and collaboration. Experimentation and creative problem-solving are highly encouraged.
These librarians will work with researchers on Loyola's two lakeside campuses. The librarian supporting Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics will be based on the Lake Shore Campus in Rogers Park, and the librarian supporting the School of Business and School of Communications will be based on the Water Tower Campus in the Near North neighborhood. Applicants should indicate to which position they are applying in their application materials. Opportunities for internal and external collaborations, continuing education, and training to develop skills and competencies related to the job are available, encouraged, and supported.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Research and Learning Services, the Research and Learning Librarian will:
Provide research, learning, and engagement support to selected departments and programs, including course-integrated instruction, skill-building workshops, research consultations, and collection development.
Contribute to Research and Learning Services Department projects and initiatives, including creating research guides and instructional materials, advising on the development of library discovery tools, supporting staff at the Libraries' information desks, and providing reference services in person and through various online means.
Provide library and information literacy instruction for university programs including first year writing, honors program, and undergraduate research initiatives.
Provide support for research data management, research metrics, and scholarly communication.
Work autonomously and collaboratively to meet strategic goals, while consistently promoting teamwork, respect, diversity, and inclusiveness.
Participate in library and university committee work.
Actively contribute to the broader profession through scholarship and service.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required qualifications
Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, or a graduate degree or professional certification in a related field, combined with relevant library experience.
Experience identifying learning objectives, designing an instruction plan to meet those objectives, delivering instruction, and then assessing its effectiveness, preferably using the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy.
Experience with providing research support and demonstrated familiarity with key information resources relevant to the supported academic disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to learn new tools and skills to support digital research methods.
Knowledge of collection development and management practices in academic libraries.
Effective interpersonal and communication... For full info follow application link.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
