AI Literacy & Digital Ethics Librarian

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The AI & Emerging Literacies Librarian at Virginia Tech contributes to critical literacy education and student learning in a rapidly evolving digital world. The role focuses on designing AI literacy experiences, ethical decision‑making, and responsible use of technology for undergraduates.

Working within the Libraries’ Digital Literacy & Learning Engagement Unit, the librarian collaborates across campus to connect programs, assess literacy needs, and advance emerging literacies through team

Qualifications

• A terminal degree in a field related to the job duties, such as an MLS/MLIS/MIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience delivering instruction or educational programming to undergraduate students.
• Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement with ethical issues related to artificial intelligence.
• Experience developing educational programming related to AI literacy, media literacy, and digital literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theories and best practices for AI literacy in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Instruction experience

AI ethics literacy

Education programming

AI literacy pedagogy

Communication & collaboration

Education

MLS/MLIS/MIS from an ALA-accredited program

Job description

The AI & Emerging Literacies Librarian at Virginia Tech contributes to critical literacy education and student learning in a rapidly evolving digital world. The role focuses on designing AI literacy experiences, ethical decision‑making, and responsible use of technology for undergraduates.

Working within the Libraries’ Digital Literacy & Learning Engagement Unit, the librarian collaborates across campus to connect programs, assess literacy needs, and advance emerging literacies through team