Indigenous Initiatives Librarian: Community & Research Leader

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for an Indigenous Initiatives Librarian to join the McGill Libraries. The tenure-track position focuses on Indigenous programming, instruction, and collection development, with emphasis on community partnerships and decolonizing library services.

The role supports Indigenous Studies, language revitalization, and related initiatives. The successful candidate will identify three to four areas of interest from a listed duties portfolio and contribute to

Qualifications

• MLIS/MIS/MI or equivalent by expected completion date.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations.
• Fluency in English; French knowledge is an asset.
• Ability to develop Indigenous-focused programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with librarians to provide course instruction and collection development on Indigenous topics.
• Develop projects and programming related to Indigenous languages, cultures, and knowledge.
• Increase discoverability and access for Indigenous library materials.
• Lead the Libraries’ Indigenous Initiatives and related committees.

Skills

Indigenous community experience

Course instruction

Collection development

Research support

Education

Master’s degree in Library or Information Studies

Job description

McGill University invites applications for an Indigenous Initiatives Librarian to join the McGill Libraries. The tenure-track position focuses on Indigenous programming, instruction, and collection development, with emphasis on community partnerships and decolonizing library services.

The role supports Indigenous Studies, language revitalization, and related initiatives. The successful candidate will identify three to four areas of interest from a listed duties portfolio and contribute to