Science Instruction Librarian

Indiana University Foundation; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Science Instruction Librarian to enhance student learning and faculty success. This dynamic role involves collaborating with faculty, teaching students, and developing innovative programs that advocate for ethical AI use. The librarian will engage with diverse communities, contributing to a vibrant educational environment. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive workplace culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the academic community. Join a team dedicated to fostering inclusivity and excellence in education.

Benefits

22 vacation days

10 paid holidays

Health/dental insurance options

Retirement contributions of 10%

$10,000 start-up package for moving and professional development

Qualifications

• Strong teaching and collaboration skills are essential.
• Experience in research support and developing educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to various science departments and support instructional needs.
• Develop AI literacy programs and maintain subject-specific learning materials.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Collaboration

Research Support

AI Literacy Development

Information Literacy

Education

Master's Degree in Library Science

Job description

Indiana University Indianapolis University Library, https://library.indianapolis.iu.edu/, seeks a creative, collaborative librarian to join its Educational Services Unit to contribute to a robust instruction and liaison program. The Science Instruction Librarian will have a passion for teaching undergraduate and graduate students as well as collaborating with disciplinary faculty to ensure that University Library meets their research and instructional needs. We are seeking applicants who welcome a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive environment with a desire to impact student learning and faculty success. This is a 12-month, tenure-track position which includes expectations of professional development/creative activity, and service, with an anticipated start date of Monday, June 2, 2025.

The Science Instruction Librarian reports to the Associate Dean for Educational Services. The position will participate in the Educational Services Unit’s core functions of teaching, learning, outreach, engagement, and instructional assessment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to the IU Indianapolis School of Science Departments of Mathematical Sciences, Earth & Environmental Sciences, and Physics.
• Serve as one of multiple librarians who support the Windows on Science first-year seminar course.
• Support biohealth and bioscience instruction and research including liaising with institutes connected to the SciTech Corridor.
• Develop AI literacy programs, advocate for the ethical use of AI, and support AI related initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date and consult with subject liaison librarians on AI, biohealth, and bioscience issues, trends, and resources.
• Create and maintain subject-specific learning materials.
• Provide and assess instructional services in assigned liaison areas with learning outcomes aligned with University Library information literacy learning outcomes and curriculum.
• Provide research support to faculty and students in assigned liaison areas.
• Adhere to IU Indianapolis University Library Liaison Guidelines, including instruction, research consultations, outreach & communication, scholarly communications (such as open access, promotion and tenure research metrics), and awareness and use of open educational resources.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Participate in Educational Services Team meetings and activities.
• Participate in meetings and taskforces related to Library Faculty Governance.
• Provide support to Team colleagues when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

About Indiana University Indianapolis and University Library

IU Indianapolis, an urban-serving institution with a mission and a vision focused on both diversity and community engagement, has been the recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from Insight into Diversity (the nation’s oldest higher education diversity publication) for thirteen consecutive years. The campus has been recognized in recent years by Forbes Magazine as the #3 best employer for women in the state among universities, and the #4 best employer for diversity in Indiana. University Library is a Power of Libraries award winner and home to numerous award-winning professionals. University Library is looking for librarians who will support our commitment to engage with the wider educational community and whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts are inclusive of the rich diversity of our campus and our city.

Compensation

Minimum salary is $58,000, with additional funding for professional development and travel. Benefits include 22 vacation days, 10 paid holidays, health/dental insurance options, and retirement contributions of 10% to a Fidelity Investments retirement plan. A start-up package includes $10,000 for moving and ongoing professional development expenses.

Deadline for applications is February 17, 2025. The position is available on or before June 1, 2025. Please submit a CV, contact information for four references (include name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address) and a letter of application discussing your ability to contribute to student success at IU Indianapolis and the strengths you will bring to the position.