Tenure-Track Reference Librarian & Law Library Professor

American Association of Law Libraries; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Faculty governance participation

Sabbatical opportunities

Generous benefits package

Job summary

University of Nebraska College of Law invites applications for a Reference Librarian (Open Rank Professor) at the Schmid Law Library in Lincoln. This 12-month tenure-track faculty position supports student learning and faculty scholarship while contributing to the College's mission.

The Reference Librarian will provide expert research assistance, teach first-year legal research, and lead instructional initiatives, including LibGuides and bibliographies, in a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA‑accredited law school required.
• Master's in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an ALA‑accredited program by start of employment.
• Alternative pathway: current enrollment in MLIS with completion within 18 months or a joint degree program.
• Significant professional experience in law librarianship is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert research assistance and reference services to a diverse community.
• Teach in the first-year legal research program.
• Lead instructional and outreach initiatives in the law library.

Skills

Research services

Teaching

Instructional outreach

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

MLIS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program

Enrollment in MLIS with completion within 18 months (if applicable)

Advanced degree in library/information science (preferred)

Tools

LibGuides

Bibliography development

Job description

University of Nebraska College of Law invites applications for a Reference Librarian (Open Rank Professor) at the Schmid Law Library in Lincoln. This 12-month tenure-track faculty position supports student learning and faculty scholarship while contributing to the College's mission.

The Reference Librarian will provide expert research assistance, teach first-year legal research, and lead instructional initiatives, including LibGuides and bibliographies, in a dynamic academic environment.