Tenure Track Health Sciences Librarian

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian university in Saskatoon is inviting applications for two full-time Tenure Track Health Sciences Librarian positions. Successful candidates will provide liaison services to health sciences colleges, engage in collaborative projects, and contribute to scholarly publications. An ALA-accredited Master’s degree is required, and experience in health sciences is beneficial. The role includes responsibilities such as teaching information literacy and participating in research activities. The expected start date is June 1, 2026, with a competitive salary ranging from $95,187 to $164,879, depending on qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Professional expense allowance

Flexible health and wellness spending program

Qualifications

• An ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree or international equivalent is required.
• Experience in health sciences is an asset but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality liaison services supporting faculty and student success.
• Design and deliver information literacy instruction in-person and online.
• Develop collections of electronic resources working with other librarians.
• Conduct research leading to a formal program and peer-reviewed publications.
• Participate in collegial activities within the library.

Skills

Effective and collaborative professional working relationships

Effective teaching in group and individual settings

Knowledge of systematic reviews

User-centered service

Initiative and self-starting attitude

Flexibility and creativity

Awareness of librarianship trends

Education

ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree

Job description

Tenure Track Health Sciences Librarian

We invite applications for two full‑time, tenure‑track librarian positions with the University Library. These positions include a research component and are in scope of the University of Saskatchewan Faculty Association. We are seeking dynamic, innovative, and flexible individuals to provide liaison services to colleges and departments in the health sciences, work collaboratively throughout the library, and contribute to library‑wide projects and priorities.

One position will provide comprehensive liaison services to the College of Nursing and the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program. The other position will provide comprehensive liaison services to the School of Rehabilitation Science (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech‑Language Pathology).

Responsibilities

• Providing high‑quality liaison services that support faculty teaching and research, and student learning and success, including
• Designing and delivering information literacy instruction, both in person and online
• Working with the other health sciences librarians to develop high‑quality collections of electronic resources
• Providing information services, including research consultations
• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholder groups to advance learning and research
• Engaging in research and scholarly activity leading to the development of a formal program of research and contributing to the scholarly conversation via peer‑reviewed publications and other outlets
• Working as a member of one of the library’s four divisions to advance our Library Strategic Framework

Research and scholarly work, as defined in the University Library Standards for Promotion and Tenure, is a requirement for these positions. Faculty members are expected to participate in collegial activities and are encouraged to engage with academic or professional organizations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

An ALA‑accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree or international equivalent is required for this appointment. Candidates nearing completion of their degree are also encouraged to apply. Experience in the health sciences is an asset, but not necessary.

The Search Committee welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate knowledge and experience in some or all of the areas listed below.

• Ability to develop and sustain effective and collaborative professional working relationships and partnerships
• Experience providing effective teaching in both group and individual settings
• Knowledge of/experience with synthesis reviews (e.g., systematic reviews, scoping reviews)
• Ability to provide professional, collaborative, user‑centred service
• Willingness to take initiative and be a self‑starter
• Flexibility, engagement, and creativity/innovation
• Awareness of current and emerging trends in librarianship

Salary, Benefits, and Application Information

Salary information for this position for the 2026‑2027 academic year is as follows: Assistant Librarian: $95,187 to $113,527; Associate Librarian: $113,527 to $135,535; Librarian: $135,535 to 164,879.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package: dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long‑term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit, via email and preferably as a single PDF, a cover letter highlighting qualifications and accomplishments, and a detailed curriculum vitae to:

Lori Birrell
Dean, University Library
University of Saskatchewan
Email: [e-mail]

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Only complete applications will be considered. The review of applications will begin on January 22, 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Long‑listed candidates are scheduled to be interviewed online in February 2026. In‑person interviews for short‑listed candidates will be scheduled in mid to late March 2026. The anticipated start date is June 1, 2026.

About Saskatoon

Saskatoon is situated along the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. Saskatoon is a vibrant, livable city known for its natural beauty, friendly community, and diverse cultural and leisure offerings. Although Saskatoon is the largest urban centre in the province with a population of over 300,000 its residents enjoy short commute times and some of the lowest apartment rental and housing prices in the country.

About the University of Saskatchewan

The University of Saskatchewan is one of the top research‑intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world‑leading research in areas of global importance, such as water and food security and infectious diseases. USask has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programmes to a student population of over 25,000.

About the University Library

As one of Canada’s leading research libraries, the University Library serves as the intellectual hub of USask, providing resources, services, and spaces that facilitate inquiry, discovery, and knowledge creation. Our Strategic Framework focuses on building scholars and decolonizing the library. The University Library is committed to developing welcoming, responsive, and accessible services and resources to support our diverse clientele, with a strategic focus on Indigenous peoples.

The University Library has a robust digital library and is physically distributed across six locations on campus to support the learning, teaching, and research communities. We are structured in four functional divisions: Collections and Discovery, Learning and Curriculum Support, Research Support Services, University Archives and Special Collections. For more information, visit the University Library website.

Status: Tenure Track
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 12/10/2025

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity‑deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.