Scholarly Communication Librarian at Touro University

METRO | 599; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,818 - 71,024; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of Health Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Retirement Plan (403b)

Touro University Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University Libraries seeks an innovative Scholarly Communication Librarian to lead open scholarship initiatives. You will manage the institutional repository, educate users on authors’ rights, and collaborate with faculty on open access publishing.

This position is based in Midtown Manhattan and plays a key role in advancing scholarly engagement. A Master’s degree in library science and two years of academic library experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• A minimum of two years of experience in an academic library setting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of Touro Scholar, the university’s institutional repository.
• Design and deliver webinars for faculty on scholarly communication topics.
• Serve as the embedded librarian for undergraduate and graduate programs.

Skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team-based environment

Comfortable in teaching and public speaking

Basic AI literacy

Familiarity with Citation Management Tools

Familiarity with learning management systems

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility to work in a team environment

Education

Master’s degree in library and information science

Minimum of two years of experience in an academic library

Tools

Zotero

RefWorks

Canvas

Job description

Touro University Libraries seeks an innovative and collaborative Scholarly Communication Librarian to lead and expand the university’s scholarly communication and open scholarship initiatives. The successful candidate will promote and support open access publishing, manage the institutional repository (Touro Scholar), and provide education and outreach to the library users on issues related to authors’ rights, research visibility, and open educational resources (OER). Working under the supervision of the Director of Information Literacy and in close collaboration with the Open Educational Resources Librarian, this position plays a key role in advancing the university’s commitment to scholarly engagement across all campuses. This position is based at the Midtown campus of Touro University, New York. This is a non-tenure track professional staff position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, management, and promotion of Touro Scholar, the university’s institutional repository
• Compile and publish the annual faculty publications volume
• Design and deliver webinars and workshops for faculty and students on scholarly communication topics, including open access, author rights, copyright, and research metrics
• Partner with the Open Educational Resources librarian and academic departments to increase adoption and awareness of open educational resources and open scholarship practices
• Serve as the embedded librarian for select undergraduate and graduate programs, providing research consultations, course-integrated instruction, and tailored support
• Stay informed of trends and emerging technologies in scholarly communication, publishing, and research assessment
• Participate in professional development, presenting and publishing in relevant professional venues
• Provides individual research and resource consultations for faculty and students
• Work occasional evening hours and perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution
• A minimum of two years of experience in an academic library setting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Comfortable in teaching and public speaking.
• Basic AI literacy.
• Familiarity with Citation Management Tools, such as Zotero and RefWorks
• Familiarity with learning management systems, preferably Canvas
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a team-based environment are essential

Travel

• Travel to other New York Touro campuses as needed.
• Possibility of flexible work arrangements, including remote work opportunities.

Working Conditions

• Extensive use of computers

Maximum Salary

USD $71,024.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $56,818.00/Yr.

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Full range of Health Plans
• Medical Plans (choice of EPO,PPO, High Deductible HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) – matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
• Annual Holiday Schedule

All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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