Assistant Professor, Electronic Resources Librarian

Code4lib; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A university library in Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Professor, Electronic Resources Librarian. The role involves managing the life cycle of licensed electronic resources and enhancing library services in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Library Science and relevant experience. This tenure-eligible position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative library solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electronic resource standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the life cycle of licensed scholarly electronic resources.
• Assist in acquiring and managing electronic resources.
• Enhance library services and improve efficiency.

Skills

Electronic resource industry standards

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

Library software (Alma, SpringShare)

Job description

Assistant Professor, Electronic Resources Librarian

Western Kentucky University (WKU) Libraries invites applications for a faculty librarian to serve as the Electronic Resources Librarian within the Department of Library Collections & Discovery. This 10-month, tenure-eligible, faculty position requires an innovative and user-centered problem solver ready to join our collaborative environment and enhance library services. The Electronic Resources Librarian is a key contributor to the work required in the life cycle of WKU's licensed scholarly electronic resources, ensuring ongoing access through existing and newly envisioned technologies in support of teaching, learning, and research. This position will assist in the daily tasks associated with acquiring and managing electronic resources and contribute to efforts to create efficiencies and improve service to library users.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electronic resource industry standards, best practices, and protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative setting, document and solve problems in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency with library software (Alma, SpringShare, etc.) and the ability to adapt to new technologies as they evolve.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with an ability to maintain effective relationships with faculty, staff, students, administrators, and other key stakeholders.

Please click the link for more information and to apply.

How to apply

https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=6F8BDBEBD3D14371E03FBFEF7F1AD35E?JOBID=193978

Contact

Amanda Drost - [e-mail]