Middle East & Islamic Studies Librarian, UNC-Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative and user-centered librarian to lead and expand research partnerships with faculty and scholars, contribute to student success, and develop research collections and outreach programs that support the study of the Middle East and Islam. Reporting to the Director of Research and Instructional Services, the successful candidate will work within a dynamic and flexible team structure in support of the research and teaching missions of the UNC Libraries. The Middle East & Islamic Studies Librarian is an integrated member of the UNC Libraries and collaborates regularly with librarians and staff across a variety of library units including, but not limited to, the Wilson Library (Special Collections), Digital Research Services, Resource Description & Management, and User Experience and Assessment. The Middle East & Islamic Studies Librarian also works closely with many campus and external partners, such as UNC Chapel Hill’s Center for Middle East and Islamic Studies; the Duke-UNC Consortium for Middle East Studies; regional consortia; and national and international groups to build interdisciplinary partnerships in support of local research, teaching, and learning needs. The UNC Libraries also collaborate closely with the Duke University Libraries in building cohesive Middle East & Islamic Studies collections in the Research Triangle.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a strong commitment to Middle East and Islamic Studies, with strong emphasis on Arabic language and Persian Studies. The Center for Middle East and Islamic Studies is a member of the Duke-UNCConsortium for Middle East Studies, and one of 5 UNC Chapel Hill National Resource Centers. Faculty affiliated with the Center number more than 50 and represent 28 departments and disciplines across campus. In collaboration with campus programs, the UNC Libraries actively engage with faculty and students on research and programming; create partnerships in support of teaching and learning; and develop collections and services that support research throughout its lifecycle.

Teaching & Outreach Librarian, Claremont Colleges

The Teaching & Outreach Librarian focuses on supporting the library’s successful First Year Information Literacy Program and the Common Core Curriculum of the five distinguished undergraduate liberal arts colleges within The Claremont Colleges. This position provides research, teaching, and learning support for first-year, second-year, and transfer students, and is heavily involved in outreach and orientation efforts aimed at the undergraduate campuses. This position will also work closely with Subject Librarians who focus on supporting the research, teaching, and learning needs of upper level undergraduate and graduate students. The incumbent will teach introductory course-integrated information literacy sessions (including teaching digital and scholarly communication literacies); provide general and subject specific research consultations; and conduct general outreach to students and faculty at the five undergraduate colleges. The Teaching & Outreach Librarian will participate on various library, college, and intercollegiate committees. This position reports to the Undergraduate Engagement Team Leader, in the Research, Teaching, and Learning Services division.

Online Learning Librarian, Sonoma State

The Sonoma State University Library is seeking an Online Learning librarian to join our team! This new, 12-month tenure-track position will provide leadership and direct the creation, implementation, and assessment of online learning services and programs that support the Library in reference, instruction, and outreach, as well as University goals for student success.

This position provides opportunities for a librarian to work collaboratively with units in the Library and on campus to build, position, and assess digital learning and assume academic departmental liaison responsibilities that include collection development, information literacy instruction and outreach, and working with fellow faculty to advance the Library’s strategic priorities and engage the Library in the life of the University.

Early career, historically underrepresented and minoritized candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

For additional information and to apply, please visit Sonoma State’s website http://web.sonoma.edu/jobs/, and search for the job posting 104751

Review of applications starts January 11, 2019. Anticipated start date: August 1, 2019.

Sonoma State is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Librarian for the Natural Sciences, Cal State Chico

The California State University, Chico – Meriam Library invites applications for a Librarian for the Natural Sciences and to make a significant contribution to the library and to the teaching and learning environment at CSU, Chico. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and learning, and be excited about providing instruction to undergraduates, graduate students, and students in the College’s professional programs. This librarian will serve as a member of the instruction team in the Research, Instruction, and Outreach department in a collaborative setting focused on improving teaching and learning at the Meriam Library. Review of applications will begin February 11, 2019. The full position announcement is available at https://jobs.csuchico.edu/postings/5229

Education & Outreach Librarian – NNLM PSR / UCLA

Department: National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Pacific Southwest Region, Louise M. Darling Biomedical Library
Rank and Salary: Assistant Librarian – Associate Librarian ($49,165 –$77,371)
Position Availability: Immediately
Application deadline for first consideration: November 20, 2018

Position Duration: This is a grant funded 2-year temporary position.

Position Duties
Reporting to the Associate Director, the Education and Outreach Librarian coordinates all aspects of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine Pacific Southwest Region (NNLM PSR) training and exhibit programs. The Education and Outreach Librarian is one member of a team of three outreach librarians.

Specific duties include:
• Develops and maintains instructional and informational education materials and provides training to librarians, health care professionals, partner organizations and other regional constituents.
• Utilizes distance education software to provide training to health care professionals and librarians, including webinars and online courses.
• Collaborates with other NNLM Coordinators and Librarians in planning, implementation and budgeting for educational needs of health care professionals, consumers, and library staff in the region.
• Selects, plans and manages the NNLM PSR exhibit program for regional and national exhibits of National Library of Medicine (NLM) resources and services.
• Oversees evaluation of outreach activities and serves as liaison to the NNLM Evaluation Office (NEO).
• Maintains and monitors adequate records of training activities through the NLM Outreach Applications and Online Contract Reports System.
• Exhibits at regional and local conferences and meetings reaching NNLM PSR target populations, and submits presentation proposals aimed at providing education about NLM and NIH resources.
• Contributes information via the NNLM PSR blogs, social media, and website to promote current awareness in NLM, NIH, and NNLM information resources and tools.
• Assists as needed with other NNLM PSR outreach and network activities to promote NNLM and NLM resources, programs, and services.

Required Qualifications
• ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science OR significant graduate-level coursework toward such a degree OR equivalent education and experience (subject expertise combined with professional library education and/or experience).
• Experience in planning and delivering educational services in various formats, including course management systems.
• Strong organizational and information technology skills.
• Familiarity with NLM and NNLM programs, and working knowledge of NLM resources, such as PubMed.
• Ability to be flexible, work independently, and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong communication and teaching skills and demonstrated experience creating instructional materials and teaching adults.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment and on projects in various settings.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Pacific Southwest Region.

Desired qualifications
• Knowledge of the funding proposal development process and outcomes-based evaluation.
• Experience with health information outreach for health professionals.
• Knowledge of the Medical Library Association’s continuing education and accreditation process.
• Experience with disaster preparedness resources.
• Knowledge and/or experience with big data and data management support.

Arts & Humanities Librarian

The Arts & Humanities Librarian is a teaching librarian with responsibilities for Art, Art History, and Art Conservation disciplines taught at the 7 Claremont Colleges, as well as other Arts & Humanities subjects based on experience, background, and interests of the successful candidate. The incumbent will teach discipline specific information literacy sessions (including digital and scholarly communication literacies); conduct strategic and targeted departmental outreach aimed at integrating information literacy into the Arts & Humanities curricula; provide research consultations; and conduct collection development. View full position description.https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TCCS_Careers/job/Claremont/Arts—Humanities-Librarian_REQ-1092

STEM Librarians (2)

The STEM Librarians are teaching librarians with subject responsibilities for STEM disciplines taught across the 7 Claremont Colleges. The library supports traditional Life and Physical Sciences, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Engineering; interdisciplinary programs like Environmental Analysis; and professional graduate programs, including Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences. Subject assignments will vary depending on background, experiences and interests of the successful candidates.

Responsibilities include discipline specific information literacy instruction (including digital and scholarly communication literacies); conducting strategic and departmental targeted outreach aimed at integrating information literacy into the STEM curricula; providing research consultations; and conducting collection development.  View full position description https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TCCS_Careers/job/Claremont/STEM-Librarian_REQ-779

Two full time STEM Librarians.

The STEM Librarians are teaching librarians with subject responsibilities for STEM disciplines taught across the 7 Claremont Colleges. The library supports traditional Life and Physical Sciences, such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Engineering; interdisciplinary programs like Environmental Analysis; and professional graduate programs, including Pharmacy and Applied Life Sciences. Subject assignments will vary depending on background, experiences and interests of the successful candidates.

Responsibilities include discipline specific information literacy instruction (including digital and scholarly communication literacies); conducting strategic and departmental targeted outreach aimed at integrating information literacy into the STEM curricula; providing research consultations; and conducting collection development.  View full position description https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TCCS_Careers/job/Claremont/STEM-Librarian_REQ-779

 

Interdisciplinary Studies Librarian

The Claremont Colleges Library, a consortium of 7 colleges located 35 miles east of Los Angeles, is seeking an Interdisciplinary Studies Librarian.

The Interdisciplinary Studies Librarian is a teaching librarian with subject responsibilities for Ethnic Studies, Cultural & Media Studies, and Gender & Women’s Studies taught at the 7 Claremont Colleges, as well as related subjects based on experience, background and interests of the successful candidate. The incumbent will teach discipline specific information literacy sessions (including digital and scholarly communication literacies); conduct strategic and targeted departmental outreach aimed at integrating information literacy into the curricula; provide research consultations; and conduct collection development. View full position description.

https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TCCS_Careers/job/Claremont/Interdisciplinary-Studies-Librarian_REQ-1070