Library & Information Science Scholar-Teacher (Online)

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for an Assistant Professor in the School of Library and Information Science. This tenure-track role carries a 3/3 teaching load with opportunities for additional compensation via summer teaching.

Successful candidate will teach synchronous courses, pursue research, and contribute to university and profession service. Ideal candidates will have a robust research agenda, the ability to teach a range of information science courses (data

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science required.
• Doctoral degree in LIS or related field required.
• Ability to teach synchronously online and to engage diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 load with potential summer teaching compensation.
• Teach synchronous courses and participate in research and service.
• Develop courses in information science areas such as data science and AI.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in service with professional organizations and the university.

Skills

Synchronous online teaching

Written and oral communication

Organization & time management

LMS familiarity (Canvas)

Research agenda

Evening teaching

Education

Master's in Library and Information Science

Doctoral degree in LIS or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for an Assistant Professor in the School of Library and Information Science. This tenure-track role carries a 3/3 teaching load with opportunities for additional compensation via summer teaching.

Successful candidate will teach synchronous courses, pursue research, and contribute to university and profession service. Ideal candidates will have a robust research agenda, the ability to teach a range of information science courses (data