University Libraries, Research and Learning Librarian, Subject Specialist for the School of Com...

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago seeks a Research and Learning Librarian for the School of Communication to provide comprehensive research and instructional support to students and faculty. This vital role requires a Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program and at least two years of academic library experience, along with a commitment to innovation and collaboration in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction.
• Familiarity with major resources in Communication.
• Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide research and instructional support to students and faculty throughout the research lifecycle.
• Identify and promote scholarly resources to support curricular and research needs.
• Contribute to Research and Learning Services projects and initiatives.

Skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Team Building

Education

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program

Graduate degree or professional certification in a related field

Tools

Library discovery tools, especially Ex Libris’s Alma and Primo and Springshare products

Job description

Job Title:

University Libraries, Research and Learning Librarian, Subject Specialist for the School of Communication

Position Title:

University Libraries, Research and Learning Librarian, Subject Specialist for the School of Communication

Job Category:

University Faculty

Job Type:

Full-Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Campus:

Chicago-Water Tower Campus

Location Code:

LIBRARY - WATER TOWER (02913A)

Department Name:

LIBRARY - WATER TOWER

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? :

No

Duties and Responsibilities:

Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/

Loyola University Chicago seeks applications for the position of Research & Learning Librarian and Subject Specialist for the School of Communication, based at Lewis Library. The librarian will work with both undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the School of Communications and provide reference, curriculum support, online and in-person instruction, workshops and research consultations. The successful candidate should show evidence of creativity, initiative, flexibility, and ability to work with diverse populations. This is an open-rank library faculty appointment. At Loyola, Librarian is a special faculty designation with opportunities for promotion.

The Loyola University Chicago Libraries includes Cudahy Library, the Information Commons, and the Library Storage Facility at the Lakeshore Campus in Rogers Park; Lewis Library at the Water Tower Campus in downtown Chicago; the Health Sciences Library on the medical campus in Maywood; and a library at the John Felice Rome Center in Italy. The University Libraries also collaborates closely with the School of Law Library.

Responsibilities:Reporting to the Interim Head of Research & Learning Services (R&LS), the Research and Learning Librarian will:

• Provide research and instructional support to students and faculty throughout the research lifecycle
• Identify, recommend and promote scholarly resources to support the curricular and research needs of stakeholders in the School of Communication.
• Support general research and learning needs of the university, including information literacy instruction and participate in library and university wide programming and service.
• Provide research, learning, and engagement support to the School of Communication, including course-integrated instruction, skill-building workshops, research consultations, and collection development.
• Stay current with developments in communication research and education, library science, and information technology. Participate in relevant professional organizations and attend conferences as appropriate.
• Provide support for evidence synthesis within business and provide guidance for research data management, research metrics, and scholarly communication.
• Contribute to Research and Learning Services Department projects and initiatives, including creating research guides and instructional materials, advising on the development of library discovery tools, and providing reference services in person and through various online means.
• Select materials including books, serials, databases, and data sets to support the research and curricular needs of the School of Communications. Deselect materials and maintain a useful and up-to-date collection.
• Participate in library and university committee work.
• Other duties to support research and learning as assigned
• Actively contribute to the broader profession through scholarship and service.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, or a graduate degree or professional certification in a related field, combined with relevant library experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction.
• Familiarity with major resources in Communication.
• Demonstrated experience with team building, forging relationships, and establishing collaborations with campus partners and other external stakeholders.

Preferred qualifications

• Second advanced degree in an academic discipline.
• Experience working within a liaison librarian service model
• Evidence of professional service and/or research, with the potential to succeed in an academic promotion process.
• Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs, a commitment to social justice, and service to underserved communities.
• Experience with library discovery tools and systems, especially Ex Libris’s Alma and Primo and Springshare products.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, or a graduate degree or professional certification in a related field, combined with relevant library experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction.
• Familiarity with major resources in Communication.
• Demonstrated experience with team building, forging relationships, and establishing collaborations with campus partners and other external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Second advanced degree in an academic discipline.
• Experience working within a liaison librarian service model
• Evidence of professional service and/or research, with the potential to succeed in an academic promotion process.
• Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs, a commitment to social justice, and service to underserved communities.
• Experience with library discovery tools and systems, especially Ex Libris’s Alma and Primo and Springshare products.

Open Date:

02/10/2025

Salary Range:

$55,000-$65,000

Additional Salary Information:

The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; rank at hire; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To applyApplicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by March 10, 2025.
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee:Jonna PetersonDirector, Health Sciences LibraryAssociate Dean, University LibrariesInterim Head, Research & Learning Services, University LibrariesHealth Sciences Library – Loyola University Chicago2160 S. First Ave.Maywood, IL [e-mail] a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago:

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

Quick Link for Posting:

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/30990

Job Number:

8101906

Organizational Location:

PROVOST

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

06/01/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes