Assistant Professor - Health Sciences Librarian

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Performs teaching, research and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise. Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.

The Health Sciences Librarian will support the college library through providing in-depth consultation with students and faculty, as well as collaborate with campus stakeholders for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices, and library services. They will pursue an active scholarly agenda and participates in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.

About the College of Staten Island:

The College of Staten Island (CSI) is centrally located on a 204-acre park-like campus, the largest in New York City. CSI is one of 11 senior colleges of The City University of New York (CUNY) and the only public college on Staten Island. The College offers over 80 undergraduate programs, 24 graduate programs and participates in a wide range of doctoral programs through the CUNY Graduate School and University Center. CSI enrolls approximately 11,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff. The Library's collections, along with its high-quality reference and instructional services, offer students and faculty access to a wealth of information and resources that support the college’s curriculum. The Library is located at the center of the south academic quadrangle of the campus, at the end of the Alumni Walk. The campus is commutable from Brooklyn via the S93 bus or by car over the Verrazano Bridge; from Manhattan by the Staten Island ferry; and from New Jersey by car via the Bayonne Bridge, Goethals Bridge or Outerbridge Crossing.

The College of Staten Island is seeking an enthusiastic, patron-oriented Health Sciences Librarian (tenure-track) to advance the Library's collaboration with related health sciences departments and programs through outreach and advancing related research and instructional services.

The Health Sciences Librarian will have the background necessary to develop relevant resources and services to engage students in an in-person and online environment, support faculty in their research, and departments in accreditation processes. The Health Sciences Librarian will advance the Library’s online tutorials, videos, and assessment tools to introduce students to library services and teach information literacy and research skills.

Reporting to the Associate Dean and Chief Librarian, the successful candidate will:

Advise and assist in efforts to use health sciences resources to build relationships with users and increase awareness of Library resources and services to the campus community

• Develop web-based tools, resources, and assessments tailored to meet the teaching learning, and research needs of the college community Engage in original scholarship and service required for reappointment and tenure and promotion

• Provide reference and instruction services

• Serve as liaison to departments and programs related to health sciences fields

• Complete other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Second graduate degree conferred by the time of appointment required. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Two years’ experience providing reference and instructional services in an academic library setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of resources and research in the health sciences field
• Experience using SpringShare products (i.e. LibGuides, LibAnswers, etc.)
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in library technology, scholarly communications, and emerging technologies impacting higher education such as AI
• Experience creating streaming video and online tutorials
• Strong service orientation with excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

COMPENSATION

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

To be considered for this position, you must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume and contact information for three professional references.

If you have difficulty uploading multiple documents to the Website, please send them to: [email protected] referencing Job ID# 29537.

CLOSING DATE

February 18, 2025

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29537

Location

College of Staten Island

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LocationCollege of Staten Island, 2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10314

Compensation

$70,000 - $95,000 yearly

Application URL or Email

Apply online here

Submit specified application materials to [email protected].