Assistant Professor, Reference and Instruction Librarian

Mercy University Libraries seeks to hire a full-time Reference & Instruction Librarian (Assistant Professor) to lead our libraries’ effort in collaboration, education, and advocacy for Open Educational Resources (OER) and other affordable educational materials. The ideal candidate will be passionate about information literacy, having strong reference, instruction, and technology skills. The candidate will also be able to demonstrate the ability to work with and teach a diverse student population, both online and onsite. The position is based primarily at the Bronx campus library located at 1200 Waters Place, the candidate must be able to travel between campuses (Westchester / Manhattan) as needed with one day per week at the Westchester campus library located at 555 Broadway in Dobbs, Ferry.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 1-2 years of reference and instruction experience in an academic library setting.
• Strong understanding of OER principles, copyright issues, Creative Commons licensing, and open access.
• Effective time and project management skills with the ability to work independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Experience with software, tools, systems, and resources used in academic libraries.
• Ability to travel to other Mercy campuses.
• Some evening and weekend availability.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Instructional background in the sciences or health professions
• Demonstrated experience with Open Educational Resources (OER).
• Knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies.

Education Requirements:

• MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program is required.

LocationMercy University 1200 Waters Place Bronx NY 10461

Compensation

$66,000 yearly

Application URL or Email

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Submit specified application materials to [email protected].