Serials and Scholarly Communication Librarian

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Libraries seek a tenure-track Serials and Scholarly Communication Librarian to lead serials, open access, and scholarly publishing initiatives. This faculty role involves managing serials budgets, negotiation with publishers, and supporting sustainable collection decisions in a diverse academic environment.

The position also contributes to reference, instruction, general collection development, and liaison activities, with opportunities for scholarship,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program or near completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to work with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and adapt to evolving environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead serials acquisitions, licensing, access, and budget management.
• Provide leadership in scholarly communication, open access, and publishing models; advise on venues and impact metrics.
• Contribute to reference, instruction, collection development, and liaison activities; participate in shared governance.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent & collaborative work

Learning agility

Diversity, equity & inclusion

Education

Master’s in library science (ALA-accredited)

Tools

Alma

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:Serials and Scholarly Communication LibrarianJob Category:FacultyEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Assistant ProfessorJob Duties:The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) Libraries are an innovative partner in the learning community and an active participant in promoting the university’s goals of teaching, learning, scholarship and community outreach. The Libraries provide quality academic services and resources that foster intellectual curiosity, promote critical inquiry and encourage awareness of an increasingly diverse and global environment.As a tenure-track faculty member, the Serials and Scholarly Communication Librarian provides leadership for the UWSP Libraries’ serials collections, scholarly communication initiatives, and associated budgets. The librarian supports sustainable collection decisions, advances open access and evolving scholarly publishing initiatives, and collaborates with library, campus, and Universities of Wisconsin partners.The position also contributes to reference, instruction, general collection development, and liaison activities. As a faculty member, the librarian participates in scholarship, professional development, service, and shared governance.Primary Responsibilities:SerialsProvide leadership for the acquisition, licensing, access, maintenance, assessment, renewal, and cancellation of serial subscriptions, including managing relationships and negotiating with publishers, subscription agents, and other vendors.Manage the serials budget and evaluate new and existing subscriptions based on curricular and research needs, cost, usage, accessibility, available funding, and other relevant factors.Provide leadership and direction to support staff contributing to serials services through training, workflows, and procedures.Develop and improve serials management practices based on relevant professional standards, technologies, and emerging practices to support efficient workflows, reliable access, and sustainable collection decisions.Scholarly CommunicationProvide leadership and expertise in scholarly communication, open access, and evolving models of scholarly publishing.Provide guidance on publication impact and metrics; evaluate publishing venues and publication integrity; and advise faculty, staff, and students on open access publishing opportunities.Monitor developments in open access and publisher agreements and collaborate with library and campus partners to increase awareness of scholarly communication and open access opportunities.Provide guidance and support to researchers on the effective, responsible, and ethical use of AI tools, publisher policies and practices, and intellectual property considerations throughout the research and scholarly communication process.**Full position description is available upon request. **Key Job Responsibilities:Department: University LibraryCompensation:The Serials and Scholarly Communication Librarian position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month) faculty position.Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $49,400 - $60,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available.Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide , or Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide . Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.Required Qualifications:A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent; or, be within a semester of earning master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems, technologies, processes, and subject areas and apply new knowledge effectively.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices.Preferred Qualifications:Professional experience working in an academic library environment.Experience negotiating or managing agreements with vendors, publishers, or other information providers, or demonstrated transferable negotiation experience in a related setting.Familiarity working with an integrated library system (i.e., Alma) to manage serials subscriptions, renewals, and electronic resource access.Knowledge of scholarly communication, including open access publishing models, research impact metrics, and copyright/author rights.How to Apply:TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 11/16/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:Cover letter addressing qualifications and experienceCurriculum VitaeUnofficial Transcripts(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.Contact Information:Name: Yan LiaoEmail: [e-mail]: 715-346-3614Special Notes:Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com .Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or [e-mail] safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspxThe University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.