Research & Special Projects Librarian, 12-Month Salaried

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Florida State University seeks a creative, enthusiastic law librarian to serve as the Research & Special Projects Librarian. This 12-month, full-time role provides research support to College of Law faculty and students and leads special projects such as the Florida Workers' Compensation Archive and Election Law Center research support.

The position emphasizes collaboration across digital collections, archival materials, and legal information resources, with opportunities for instruction,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience as a professional librarian per university guidelines.
• Proficiency in legal research and information technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and research support to faculty and students, including in-depth research at the reference desk, email, and in-person consultations.
• Develop, organize, describe, promote, and sustain special projects such as the Florida Workers’ Compensation Archive.
• Support the Election Law Center’s research, in collaboration with faculty, staff, students and stakeholders.
• Collaborate on projects involving digital collections, archival materials, government information, and legal history.
• Participate in legal research instruction via workshops, guest lectures, and various formats.
• Contribute to the College of Law through committee work, research, publishing, or professional organizations.
• Represent the Research Center on committees and with campus partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Information technology

Interpersonal skills

Written/oral communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

MLS (Master of Library Science)

J.D. and MLS

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Digital collections software

Job description

Job Title: Research & Special Projects Librarian, 12-Month Salaried

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63058

Department

College of Law Research Center

Responsibilities

Florida State University seeks a creative, enthusiastic, and innovative law librarian to serve as the Research & Special Projects Librarian. This position provides research and reference support to College of Law faculty and students and contributes to specialized library initiatives supporting the College's research, teaching, and public service mission.

In addition to core research and instruction responsibilities, this librarian will have a dedicated role in developing and supporting special projects, including work on the Florida Workers' Compensation Archive and research support for the Election Law Center. These projects offer an opportunity to contribute to innovative, high-impact work involving legal research, archival and digital collections, and public-facing legal information resources.

• Provides reference and research support to faculty and student research, including in-depth research assistance at the reference desk, email support, and in-person consultations.
• Contributes to the development, organization, description, promotion, and sustainability of special projects, including the Florida Workers' Compensation Archive.
• Provides research, current awareness, and resource development support for the Election Law Center, in collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders.
• Works collaboratively on projects involving digital collections, archival materials, government information, legal history, and specialized research resources.
• Participates in legal research instruction via workshops, guest lectures, and other opportunities in various formats, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction.
• Contributes to the College of Law and the profession through committee work, research, publishing, and/or participation in professional organizations.
• Represents the Research Center on various colleges, campus, and library system committees and at meetings and other functions. Facilitates collaborative relationships within the College of Law and with campus partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited institution in library science and appropriate experience as a professional librarian consistent with university guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. and Master's in library science from accredited institutions. Alternatively, substantial experience as a professional librarian or researcher that meets university guidelines may substitute for one of the degrees.
• Proficiency in legal research and information technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with varied groups.
• Excellent organizational, project management, time-management, and analytical skills.Strong service orientation and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet the Research Center's research, service, and leadership requirements.

Other Information

This librarian will be part of a highly collaborative, forward-thinking library that is a valued contributor to the College of Law's mission. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research skills, excellent communication and organizational abilities, the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment and be eager to develop or apply experience in archival or special collections work. We welcome experienced and entry-level applicants, including Spring/Summer 2026 graduates.

The Florida State University Legal Research Center is an innovative, exciting library with a collaborative approach to decision-making. The library serves Florida State University faculty, staff and students, students and faculty of other local colleges and universities, attorneys, and the general public. The College of Law offers an intellectually rigorous legal education in a welcoming, collegial atmosphere that is supportive of students, faculty, and staff. Florida State University is located in Tallahassee, Florida's beautiful capital city, a place that combines the atmosphere and amenities of a larger city with the charm and affordable cost of living in a smaller town. Florida has no state or local income tax.

Contact Info

Elizabeth Farrell Clifford

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

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Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This is a full-time, 12-month specialized faculty appointment, though we welcome applications from candidates interested in a reduced FTE arrangement (minimum .75 FTE).

Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate.

This position is being advertised as open until filled. The start date is flexible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.