Lead Curator, African American Experience Collections

Inside Higher Ed; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major university library is seeking a curator for African American Experience Collections. The role emphasizes community engagement, collaborative instruction, and scholarly research. Ideal candidates hold an ALA-accredited master's degree or PhD in library science, demonstrate experience with diverse communities, and possess strong research abilities. This full-time, tenure-track position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the documentation and promotion of African American history in Kansas. Potential for occasional evening and weekend work exists.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent by appointment date.
• Experience in community outreach, especially with African American communities.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Curate and develop African American Experience collections.
• Collaborate on instructional programming and community outreach.
• Conduct scholarly research and contribute to library publications.

Skills

Community engagement

Research skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science

PhD in library and information science

Job description

A major university library is seeking a curator for African American Experience Collections. The role emphasizes community engagement, collaborative instruction, and scholarly research. Ideal candidates hold an ALA-accredited master's degree or PhD in library science, demonstrate experience with diverse communities, and possess strong research abilities. This full-time, tenure-track position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the documentation and promotion of African American history in Kansas. Potential for occasional evening and weekend work exists.