Law Library Reference Librarian – Open Rank Professor

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Lincoln, NE seeks a Reference Librarian (Open Rank Professor) to support legal education and faculty scholarship. This full-time, tenure-track position requires a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from accredited programs. Responsibilities include contributing to research and faculty governance, and initial appointment rank will depend on experience. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to academic values and student support.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent by start of employment.
• Enrollment in a Master's degree program in Library and Information Science with completion within 18 months of hire.
• Substantial professional experience as a law librarian.

Responsibilities

• Support student learning and faculty scholarship.
• Contribute to legal education and research.
• Participate in faculty governance at the College of Law.

Skills

Legal research

Information literacy

Library management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program

Job description

A prominent academic institution in Lincoln, NE seeks a Reference Librarian (Open Rank Professor) to support legal education and faculty scholarship. This full-time, tenure-track position requires a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from accredited programs. Responsibilities include contributing to research and faculty governance, and initial appointment rank will depend on experience. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to academic values and student support.