Science Research & Instruction Librarian

University of Maine System; Orono, Northern (ME, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Science Reference Librarian at the University of Maine supports instruction, research, scholarship, and public service by delivering information literacy instruction, reference and research assistance, and collection development. The role collaborates on learner success and partnerships across Maine and beyond.

Typical hiring range is $52,000 to $59,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience; applicants should review the full job description for more details.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated information literacy instruction experience.
• Experience providing reference services at academic level.
• Experience creating web guides and tutorials.
• Experience with AI tools in library settings.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide information literacy instruction and design assistance.
• Offer reference and research assistance to students and faculty.
• Contribute to collection development and ongoing library services.
• Support learner success and community partnerships.

Skills

Information literacy instruction

Reference services

Research assistance

Web guides / tutorials

AI tools in libraries

Communication

Education

Master's degree in library science

Job description

The Science Reference Librarian at the University of Maine supports instruction, research, scholarship, and public service by delivering information literacy instruction, reference and research assistance, and collection development. The role collaborates on learner success and partnerships across Maine and beyond.

Typical hiring range is $52,000 to $59,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience; applicants should review the full job description for more details.