Collegiate Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University seeks a Collegiate Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor. This position involves teaching research literacy, developing instructional materials, and supporting faculty and student research. The ideal candidate will contribute to scholarship and engage in university service across both Kennesaw and Marietta campuses.

Qualifications

• An earned terminal degree in library science or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of instructional experience.
• At least 2 years as a librarian in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in research and information literacy.
• Develop and maintain educational materials and partnerships.
• Engage in scholarly activities and professional service.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Terminal Degree (e.g., MLIS)

Job description

Job Title: Collegiate Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 286256
About Us

For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university.In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025.For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The KSU Libraries are committed to supporting and furthering Kennesaw State University's mission of being a student-centered, research-driven, and nationally prominent, R2 university. University Libraries (UL) collaborates with academic colleges and support units to foster research and academic success for KSU students, staff, faculty, and researchers. UL are uniquely positioned to serve not only the KSU campus community, but also the greater metro Atlanta area and beyond through outreach, programming, instruction, and academic resources. The University Libraries carefully cultivate resources, services, and spaces that enhance teaching, learning, scholarship, and creative endeavors for our users.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a twelve-month, non-tenure track Collegiate Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor faculty position in the University Libraries with a preferred start date of October 2025. Rank is determined at the time of hire and will be commensurate with experience. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia and will serve the Coles College of Business.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in research and information literacy for both face-to-face and online classes.
• Foster relationships with faculty to incorporate library instruction into courses in multifaceted ways
• Develop and maintain digital or physical instructional materials to support subject disciplines and individual courses
• Develop academic enrichment opportunities to support advanced student and faculty research
• Develop and maintain partnerships with KSU units, departments, centers, etc. that support student and faculty research efforts and collection development. Support university research teams' activities and initiatives.
• Maintain working knowledge of emerging trends in librarianship and advanced research support
• Engage in service to University Libraries, the campus, and/or the profession.
• Participate in scholarship, research, and/or creative activity. Contribute to the development of the library profession and/or subject-specific discipline through scholarship, presentations, and publications.

Because our libraries are open 7 days a week and in the evenings, this position will occasionally be required to work during these times to serve the needs of the students. This position will work on both the Kennesaw and Marietta campuses.

Required Qualifications

• An earned terminal degree, or the foreign equivalent, appropriate to a contemporary research-intensive library, such as an MLIS, or other related equivalent terminal degree, or the foreign equivalent.
• A minimum of 1 year of instruction experience
• A minimum of two years experience working as a librarian in an academic library, related institution or equivalent experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• A record of professional service
• A record of developing scholarship within academic librarianship or a subject specialty
  

Required Documents to Attach

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by July 31, 2025.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Kristina Clement, [e-mail].

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone] or [e-mail].

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf