Research and Instruction Librarian

University of California; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,300 - 73,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of California is seeking two Research and Instruction Librarians to support its unique educational model. Responsibilities include providing personalized library instruction to students and assisting with research. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree with MLIS/MLS and relevant experience in an academic library.

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to public service and possess strong interpersonal skills. The position is full-time with a salary of $67,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with reference and library instruction.
• Two years of experience in an academic library setting.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth research assistance to students.
• Conduct information literacy instruction sessions.
• Manage library’s social media presence.

Skills

Library instruction

Reference assistance

Digital humanities tools

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree and MLIS/MLS (or equivalent)

Job description

Position Overview

The Sarah Lawrence College Library invites applications for two professional Research and Instruction Librarians in support of our unique model of education for our highly motivated population of students. Reporting to the Head of Research Services, the candidates must have a strong commitment to public service and enjoy providing both personalized and group library instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in a small, innovative and creative academic library setting.

Working within the Research Services Department, the candidates will participate in the research and instruction programs we provide for students and faculty. These programs include, but are not limited to: provision of information literacy instruction to classes and groups; provision of in-depth research help during individual research consultations; creation of research guides and instructional materials; provision of general public reference assistance at the Information Desk. The ideal candidate will also have experience with digital humanities tools, support, and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth research assistance to undergraduate and graduate students across all disciplines in the curriculum
• Provide information literacy instruction sessions
• Develop and lead workshops on research topics
• Collaborate on research guides
• Manage the library’s social media presence
• Support digital humanities initiatives
• Participate in rotation at the Information Desk

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and MLIS / MLS (or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience with reference, library instruction, and digital humanities
• Two years of experience working in an academic library setting
• Commitment to public service
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise initiative and sound judgment
• Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively in a team‑based, user‑centered environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Must be detail‑oriented, congenial, patient, and reliable

Preferred Qualifications

• None explicitly listed

Salary: $67,000

Position Type: Full Time

Posting Number: S00449P

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement: Sarah Lawrence seeks to recruit and retain a diverse administration, staff, and faculty. Every job opening is seen as an opportunity to increase diversity, and every effort will be made to expand the applicant pool in accordance with these goals. (Please see our Nondiscrimination Policy.) For information on Sarah Lawrence College, our curriculum, teaching methods, and philosophy of education, please see our website at: https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-3
  • 3-5
  • 5-7
  • 7+