Assistant/Associate Professor of Library Science and Founding Director

Full-time

On-site

Huntington, West Virginia, United States

November 29, 2024

Description

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

Work week is 37.5 hrs.

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Position Information

Banner Position Number

000764

Position Title

Assistant/Associate Professor of Library Science and Founding Director

Classification Title

Assistant Professor

Department

Library - MU2060

Job Description

This is a 12 month librarian track Assistant Professor / Librarian II or Associate Professor / Librarian III (rank commensurate on prior experience)

MLS Director Duties:

The director of the Library School will:

coordinate the activities of the new school which includes developing and refining a graduate curriculum that meets American Library Association (ALA) standards,
obtain and oversee MLS adjuncts, graduate assistants, and other student or extra help employees
aid in establishing ALA accreditation candidacy and approval
implement an embedded assessment program and provide recurring MU and ALA reports
collaborate with the team overseeing student advising activities, internships, and placements
teach two or more MLS courses per semester within their subject area pending enrollment and program needs
assist the dean’s office with budgeting, marketing, fundraising, and recruitment for the school, and
fulfill other activities affiliated with the school’s management and success as needed.

Library faculty positions in the state of West Virginia’s University System are 12-month non-tenured appointments renewed annually through a peer-review retention process. This position will also be required to follow the University Library Faculty Handbook which includes active participation in faculty governance, university service, and creative, and scholarly activities. Traditional library duties in public services, archives, library systems, or technical services may also be part of this faculty position based on the successful candidate’s expertise and when needed.

Library Faculty Duties:

function as a professional librarian with the skills and experience to perform routine library duties or lead a special project for one of the university library’s departments
work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently; assist in promoting teamwork among colleagues
organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in an effective and efficient manner
exhibit command of classic information literacy and information technology skills, and
demonstrate a commitment to campus participation in school and university committees, task forces, and other professional activities as required and requested.

Location

MU - Marshall University

Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

MU1598F

Open Date

10/25/2024

Close Date Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

The search committee requests that three reference letters be submitted with your application. Please enter your references’ information in the Reference Letter Submission section of the application. Your references will be notified via email to submit their reference letters to the search committee in our Applicant Tracking system.

Requirements

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education

An American Library Association (ALA)-accredited master’s degree in Library Science and an earned doctorate in Library Science or a related field (ABD candidates will be considered).

Experience

Contemporary research and instruction skills and proficiency using the technology associated with delivering public services.
Experience teaching foundational courses in library science at the graduate level in an ALA-accredited program for at least two years.
Knowledge of learning management system platforms for the delivery of asynchronous and synchronous course content and electronic classroom activities (Marshall uses Blackboard Ultra).
Excellent presentation and written communication skills, and a record of participation in the profession.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Second master’s degree

Experience

Experience working with the American Library Association for initial or reaccreditation of an established MLS program.
Experience serving as a program director, chair, or other leadership position in an ALA-accredited MLS program.
Knowledge of assessment programming relating to MLS curriculum development, the ALA accreditation process, and annual reporting.