Part-Time Life Sciences Librarian & Instruction Specialist

METRO | 599; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A university library in New York is seeking a part-time librarian to provide research assistance and teach sessions for various subjects. Candidates should have a Master's in Library Science or a related field, and experience in library research/reference service. This role requires flexibility in working hours and collaboration with library staff. If you have a passion for education and library services, apply for this engaging position to support students and faculty.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Ability to teach successfully.
• Experience in library research/reference service and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject specialist for multiple subjects.
• Provide research and reference assistance.
• Teach sessions and develop instructional materials.

Skills

Library research/reference service

Library instruction

Subject knowledge in Biology and Health Sciences

Education

Master’s in Library Science (MLS) or related

Job description

This is a part-time position at Queens College Library (QCL), City University of New York. As a member of the Library Faculty this public services position reports to the Chief Librarian & Chair, through a coordinating or supervising librarian as appropriate.

Responsibilities: Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions:

• Serves as a subject specialist for several subjects: Biology, Family & Nutrition-Exercise Science, Health & Medicine, etc.
• Provides research & reference assistance via in-person, online, hybrid
• Participates in our instruction program by teaching sessions for ENGL 110, assigned and related subjects, workshops, presentations, tours, etc.
• Develops subject-based learning objectives and instruction materials
• Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach in assigned and related subjects
• Works in collaboration with library colleagues who provide specialized resources and services
• Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing resources in assigned and related subjects, collaborating to support exhibits & events
• Works collaboratively on collections projects, including resource assessments, resource weeding & relocating, etc.
• Participates in relevant teams, performs other duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s in Library Science (MLS) or Master’s in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or in a closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to teach successfully, and to work with others for the good of the institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

Librarianship & Teaching: One semester’s experience providing library research/reference service; one semester’s experience doing library instruction, or teaching

Subject Knowledge & Skills: Undergraduate degree related to the position’s subjects; familiarity with digital resources and search strategies related to the position’s subjects

Employment Terms: this part-time position is for about 15 hours per week, for a total of 225 hours for each semester, and is renewable on a semesterly basis, subject to evaluation; evening/weekend hours may be required to ensure service operations; an in-person position that requires to work on-site