AI Literacy Librarian for Research & Innovation

DGS Office of External Affairs; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Longwood University’s Greenwood Library seeks an Research Services Artificial Intelligence Librarian to blend traditional librarianship with AI literacy and digital innovation. The role leads AI literacy initiatives, supports faculty and student research, and collaborates campus-wide to inform AI policies in higher education.

The librarian will teach information literacy workshops, provide research consultations, and stay current with emerging AI technologies to guide the university’s engagement

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience with library research support and instruction.
• Knowledge of AI tools (e.g., language models, citation generators, AI-based research tools).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the ethical, legal, and social implications of AI.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technological concepts to non-expert audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing technological environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of AI literacy initiatives.
• Support faculty and student research in AI-related areas.
• Collaborate across campus to inform university AI policies.
• Teach information literacy workshops.
• Provide research consultations and guidance on AI in higher education.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies to guide institutional engagement.

Skills

Research support

Instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Education

MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

AI tools

Language models

AI-based research tools

Job description

Longwood University’s Greenwood Library seeks an Research Services Artificial Intelligence Librarian to blend traditional librarianship with AI literacy and digital innovation. The role leads AI literacy initiatives, supports faculty and student research, and collaborates campus-wide to inform AI policies in higher education.

The librarian will teach information literacy workshops, provide research consultations, and stay current with emerging AI technologies to guide the university’s engagement