Reference Librarian - Open Rank Professor

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

The University of Nebraska College of Law invites applications for an open rank professor reference librarian. This 12-month, tenure-track law library faculty position offers an opportunity to support student learning and faculty scholarship while contributing to the mission and values of the College of Law.

The successful candidate will provide reference and research assistance, teach information literacy, and engage in scholarly activities. Lincoln, NE-based, full-time tenure-track appointment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Or a J.D. with current enrollment in an MLS degree program with completion within 18 months of hire; or a joint degree program.
• Or a Master’s in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program with substantial law library experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff.
• Teach library instruction and information literacy skills.
• Participate in faculty governance and college committees.
• Develop and maintain the law library collection and services.
• Engage in scholarly activities, such as publishing and presenting.
• Plan and participate in faculty development, including sabbaticals and fellowships.

Skills

Reference services

Research skills

Teaching

Scholarly activities

Education

J.D. + MLS/MLIS from ALA-accredited program

J.D. with MLS enrollment (completion within 18 months)

MLS/MLIS + substantial law library experience

Job description

Reference Librarian - Open Rank Professor

College of Law – University of Nebraska

Position Summary

The University of Nebraska College of Law invites applications for an open rank professor reference librarian. This 12-month, tenure-track law library faculty position offers an opportunity to support student learning and faculty scholarship while contributing to the mission and values of the College of Law.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff.
• Teach library instruction and information literacy skills.
• Participate in faculty governance and college committees.
• Develop and maintain the law library collection and services.
• Engage in scholarly activities, such as publishing and presenting.
• Plan and participate in faculty development, including sabbaticals and fellowships.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited master’s program.
• OR a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution, or an equivalent graduate degree, with completion required within 18 months of hire; or current enrollment in a joint degree program, with completion of both the J.D. and the Master’s degree within six months of hire.
• OR a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program and substantial professional experience as a law librarian demonstrating qualifications comparable to the above.

Benefits

The university offers a generous benefits package.

Location

Lincoln, NE

Employment Type

Full-time, tenure-track, open rank professor.

Background Check

No criminal history background check required.

EEO Statement

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.