Instruction Librarian I

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WorkFlex options

Onsite childcare

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Iowa State University Library invites applications for an Instruction Librarian I to join its Instruction Unit. The role collaborates to coordinate and teach the undergraduate information literacy course, and to develop workshops on information literacy, AI literacy, and research skills.

The successful candidate will work in a team-based environment, with mentoring and professional development opportunities, and a focus on customer service and collaboration within the university community.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a Master's degree in library science or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teach the library's undergraduate information literacy course.
• Coordinate the course with the instruction team and manage accommodations.
• Develop content and learning materials for information literacy.
• Ensure digital accessibility of course materials.
• Co-manage the course's Canvas LMS and LibGuides.
• Develop guides and tutorials to support AI literacy and research skills.
• Evaluate instruction programs and suggest improvements.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Canvas

LibGuides

Instructional technologies

Content creation software

Job description

Instruction Librarian I

Job Group: Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree

Job Description

The Iowa State University Library invites applications for an Instruction Librarian I to join its Instruction Unit. This role will collaborate with the instruction team to coordinate and teach the undergraduate information literacy course. As part of the Research and Instruction Department, the Instruction Unit also develops and delivers workshops and instructional sessions focused on information literacy, AI literacy, and research skills. The Instruction Librarian will also contribute to the development and delivery of these instructional initiatives.

The successful candidate will have a customer-service focus, be skilled in organization and time management, possess the ability to interact effectively with library staff and the university community, and work independently as well as collaboratively in a rapidly changing, team-based environment.

The Iowa State University Library is committed to supporting librarians through mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities that foster professional growth and success. The Instruction Librarian will be encouraged and supported in pursuing continued learning relevant to their role, as well as sharing their knowledge and expertise with colleagues at Iowa State University and the broader library community.

Example of Duties

• Teaching the library's credit bearing information literacy course for undergraduate students.
• Work with the instruction team to centrally coordinate the course and manage student learning accommodations.
• Actively participate in development of content and learning materials for the information literacy course.
• Ensure digital accessibility of the course learning materials.
• Co-manage the course's learning management system, Canvas.
• Coordinate library's LibGuides system and provide support to librarians on using LibGuides.
• Participate in the development of guides, tutorials, and other learning modules that support AI literacy, information literacy, and research skills.
• Contribute to the ongoing evaluation of instruction programs, providing recommendations for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching or providing information literacy instruction.
• Experience delivering reference and research services in an academic or research library.
• Experience using course management systems, such as Canvas.
• Experience using instructional technologies and content creation software.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and practices for creating digitally accessible learning materials.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

PS807

Original Posting Date

October 15, 2026

Job Requisition Number

R20070

Non-Discrimination Statement

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

General ISU Compensation Information

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.