STEM Librarian - Temporary Sr. Asst Librarian

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

Position Rank and Title: STEM Librarian

Senior Assistant Librarian (Full-time, temporary)

Target Start Date: August 17, 2026 or earlier

Application Deadline: July 15, 2026 (Applications accepted until filled or closed)

Department Summary

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library is a unique partnership between San José State University (SJSU) and the City of San José, which opened in August 2003. It is the first library in the United States to integrate the services and collections of a major university and public library system. Located in downtown San José, the King Library is an impressive 475,000 square feet with nine floors of collections, collaborative work spaces, meeting rooms, exhibit areas, and unique resources dedicated to lifelong learning for all to enjoy - for free. The building serves as the SJSU library, the main library for the San José Public Library system, and as a cornerstone for the entire community.

SJSU King Library brings people, ideas, and information together through its spaces, resources, and expertise to facilitate community building, innovation, and knowledge creation.

SJSU King Library is actively engaged in social justice issues through collaborative conversations, organizational review, and assessment. The leadership, faculty, staff, and student employees are dedicated to advancing equity practices in recruitment, retention, resources, and services. SJSU King Library is seeking to increase the diversity of its faculty, and encourages all members of under‑represented groups to apply.

Brief Description Of Duties

This is a full-time temporary position. Working collaboratively with a team of liaison librarians, the STEM Librarian supports faculty and students in the Colleges of Engineering and Science. Responsibilities include developing, delivering, and assessing instruction; managing subject-specific collections across multiple formats; and providing research and reference services aligned with curricular and scholarly needs.

• Provide online and in-person information literacy instruction to assigned departments
• Provide reference and research support in‑person and 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 student population of great diversity—include age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials and teaching strategies
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent international degree
• Experience or coursework in information literacy instruction, collection development, and reference services
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• An awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population as might have been gained in cross‑cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience
• Master’s degree in library science or equivalent from a library school program accredited by the American Library Association

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree or equivalent training/work experience in a STEM-related field
• Experience with designing, implementing, and assessing library programs and services
• Experience in academic libraries

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21‑2.

Anticipated Starting Salary

$7127 – $7576

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references

To receive full consideration, applications should be received by July 10, 2026. Open until filled.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director.

The CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy prohibits SJSU from employing individuals who reside outside the United States. The work for this position is located in the State of California; your faculty duties may only be performed in California. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Satisfactory completion of background and reference checks (including criminal records and prior employment) are required. SUSA will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background and reference checks reveal disqualifying information, or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.