STEM Librarian: Instruction, Research & Digital Resources

The California State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University is seeking a STEM Librarian (Senior Assistant Librarian, full-time temporary) to support engineering and science instruction, manage subject collections, and provide reference services. The role requires an ALA-accredited MLS and experience with information literacy, collection development, and outreach to diverse student populations.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a team of liaison librarians, development of online guides, and occasional evening/weekend

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent
• Experience or coursework in information literacy instruction, collection development, and reference services
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Awareness of diverse student populations through cross-cultural experience
• Master’s degree in library science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program

Responsibilities

• Provide online and in-person information literacy instruction to assigned departments
• Provide reference and research support in person, via chat, phone, email, and video conferencing
• Perform collection management activities such as selection and evaluation
• Create and maintain online research guides and digital learning objects
• Evening and weekend work assignments will occasionally be required
• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive materials and teaching
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Information literacy instruction

Collection development

Reference services

Communication skills

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

ALA-accredited MLS

Master’s degree in library science (or equivalent)

Job description

San José State University is seeking a STEM Librarian (Senior Assistant Librarian, full-time temporary) to support engineering and science instruction, manage subject collections, and provide reference services. The role requires an ALA-accredited MLS and experience with information literacy, collection development, and outreach to diverse student populations.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a team of liaison librarians, development of online guides, and occasional evening/weekend