Librarian — Instruction & Information Literacy Liaison

Rod Library (University of Northern Iowa); Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northern Iowa's Rod Library seeks an Assistant Professor of Instruction and Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian starting August 2025. The 11-month appointment reports to the Associate University Librarian for Learning and Research and interfaces with multiple colleges.

The role focuses on teaching information literacy, providing research consultations, reference support, and developing instructional media and online guides, including credit-course offerings.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library or information science or international equivalent.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and library instruction.
• Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and campus community.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interest in working across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Teach information literacy program and coursework.
• Provide research consultations and reference support.
• Create and maintain online course guides and instructional media.
• Engage in academic outreach and liaison activities across departments.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Collaboration

Outreach

Education

ALA-accredited MLS

Job description

University of Northern Iowa's Rod Library seeks an Assistant Professor of Instruction and Information Literacy & Liaison Librarian starting August 2025. The 11-month appointment reports to the Associate University Librarian for Learning and Research and interfaces with multiple colleges.

The role focuses on teaching information literacy, providing research consultations, reference support, and developing instructional media and online guides, including credit-course offerings.