Assistant Professor, Department of Learning and Research

Lamar University

Beaumont (TX)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 60,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

State of Texas Retirement plans

Tuition assistance for employees and/

Paid time off

Job summary

Lamar University Library is seeking a Librarian to provide research services, information literacy instruction, and outreach to support the research needs of Lamar University and Lamar Institute of Technology constituents.

The role emphasizes scholarly activity, collaboration with faculty, and participation in professional service in line with tenure guidelines. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited program.
Experience delivering library instruction, reference, or other instruction in an academic library.
Working knowledge of research strategies and library resources.
Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
Experience collaborating with faculty, students, staff, or community members.
Passion for supporting student and faculty success.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver team-based research services, including in-person and virtual consultations.
Provide instruction through one-shot sessions and library orientations for for-credit courses and partners.
Develop instructional materials (lesson plans, tutorials, videos) and collaborate across the curriculum.
Promote workshops and outreach, build exhibits, and serve as liaison to departments on emerging technologies and scholarly communication.
Engage in scholarship and professional service aligned with tenure and promotion guidelines.

Skills

Research skills

Teaching / instruction

Communication

Collaboration

Student focus

MS Office

Team-based work

Education

Master’s degree in library or information science (ALA accredited)

Tools

SpringShare LibGuides

LibChat

LibWizard

LibCal

Blackboard

Moodle

Canvas

Teams

Job description

Job Summary

The Librarian is responsible for providing research services, information literacy instruction, and outreach to support and advocate for the research needs of Lamar University / Lamar Institute of Technology constituents. Additionally, the librarian will emerge in meaningful scholarship and service within and beyond the university.

Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Essential Job Functions

Research Services:

Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based research services
Provides research services in person and virtually (e.g., email, phone, chat)
Conducts research consultations in person and virtually (e.g., Teams
Creates and maintains library guides in SpringShare LibGuides
Contributes to assessment & reporting initiatives (e.g., RefStats, Departmental Annual Reports)

Instruction Services:

Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based instruction services
Conducts one-shot instructional sessions and library orientations for for-credit courses and to support specific partners (e.g., Office of Undergraduate Research, McNair Scholars, Honors College) in person and virtually (e.g., Teams, Blackboard)
Develops effective instructional materials (e.g., lesson plans, online tutorials, videos)
Collaborates with faculty to integrate information literacy and emerging technologies across the curriculum
Teaches sections of library’s credit bearing courses, including LIBR 1101 and LIBR 1301, as needed

Outreach:

Participates in and promotes workshops, events, and other programming relevant to Lamar University individually and collaboratively, particularly regarding emerging technologies and scholarly communication
Contributes to social and develops exhibits/displays
Consistently participates in collaborative partnerships and relationships in the library, university, and surrounding community to promote library services, and serve as a liaison to academic departments or programs, particularly regarding emerging technologies and scholarly communication

Scholarship:

Engage in scholarship and research appropriate for a tenured/tenure-track faculty librarian, including but not limited to scholarly publications, conference presentations, and professional service to the academic community, all in line with updated tenure and promotion guidelines.
Maintain awareness of the latest trends in librarianship and information science through ongoing professional development and participation in relevant professional organizations.

Service:

Serve on university and library committees as appointed by the Dean or other officials.
Lead or participate in outreach efforts to promote and enhance library resources and services within the academic community to faculty and students.
Engage in professional service, contributing to the library and academic profession.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution.
Library instruction, reference experience, or other instruction experience in a variety of formats in an academic library
Working knowledge of areas relevant to librarianship, including but not limited to research strategies & skills and library resources
Familiarity and skill in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Experience collaborating with faculty, university students, staff, and/or community members to achieve goals
Passions for supporting student and faculty success with demonstrated experience

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with SpringShare products, including LibGuides, LibChat, and LibWizard, or similar software solutions
Experience with online learning management systems, such as Blackboard, Moodle, or Canvas
Knowledge and Experience with innovative, emerging technologies, including but not limited to AI and associated information literacies (e.g., AI literacy, digital literacy)
Knowledge and Experience with scholarly communication, including but not limited to copyright (e.g., fair use, open access) and navigating the academic publication process (e.g., peer review, evaluating journals, institutional repositories)
Additional Graduate Degree in a second academic discipline

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies:

Ability to answer questions and provide research support in a variety of environments
Ability to provide instruction and create effective instructional materials in a variety of environments and formats
Ability to establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with staff, faculty, and staff
Record of achievement in maintaining and developing professional knowledge and skills
Ability to respond effectively to changing strategic vision and workflow management
Ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with a variety of colleagues
Effective oral and written communication skills Familiarity and skill with Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Experience with SpringShare products, including LibGuides, LibChat, LibWizard, and LibCal, or similar software solutions Ability to create and publish scholarly works

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift 25 pounds and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions:

Indoor office conditions, Extensive computers use, Occasional weekend or evening work may be required

Pay Range:

$54,000 - $60,000

Finalists for this position are subject to a criminal history background check, employment history check, and off-list reference checks. Applicants are required to sign an authorization for release of prior employment records to Lamar University. We will only contact prior employers and off-list references for finalists.

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

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