Innovation & Entrepreneurship Librarian

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), a Research 1 institution and the flagship institution for the state, is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the collaborative Health, Wellness & Professional Programs team at the University Libraries. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, varied nightlife, active neighborhoods, and eclectic shopping and restaurants. UT is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains.

The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Librarian connects students, faculty, and staff to Libraries resources and collections by proactively building partnerships and delivering responsive expertise. This position will work in a supportive environment with other librarians and staff as well as colleagues across the Libraries to deliver support for research, teaching, and navigating the scholarly communication landscape. This librarian will actively participate in team-based and library-wide activities to develop a shared vision for library resources and services which align with the University's Strategic Vision.

The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Librarian will work creatively to support the mission of the University to empower learners, advance the well-being of communities, and commit to excellence, equity, and inclusion. This position serves as one of two librarians for the Haslam College of Business and as the local representative for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Through assessment, the successful applicant will be able to identify needs and provide responsive consultation, engagement, and instruction to these areas with an emphasis on opportunities that reflect inclusive experiences.

Specific Duties:

Engagement and Instruction

• Serves on a team of librarians for the Haslam College of Business and proactively develops relationships with faculty, staff, and students to understand and support their diverse teaching, learning, and research needs
• Builds a network of innovators and entrepreneurs through collaboration with other campus programs, such as the Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Cook Grand Challenge Honors Program, and the Spark Innovation Center
• Works with other librarians to identify and support interdisciplinary research needs and build related partnerships
• Creates effective ongoing communication mechanisms for engaging with constituents
• Develops, delivers and assesses inclusive instruction to support information literacy needs
• Creates and maintains guides, tutorials, and other resources to assist researchers in self-paced learningResearch and Scholarly Communication
• Delivers customized and expert research consultations for faculty, students, and the greater university community
• Supports faculty and student research success by helping researchers find and use data to support their research and demonstrate impact in collaboration with the Data & Digital Scholarship Department
• Develops specialized expertise and collaborates with other librarians to support emerging scholarly communications trends to promote and support new forms of scholarship
• Contributes to the Libraries' support of evidence-synthesis projects, including systematic reviews, by leading effective project consultations and participating in projects, as appropriatePatent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) Representative
• Provides free assistance to the public in the efficient use of patent and trademark information resources provided by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Provides quarterly metrics on the use of patent and trademark services and outreach efforts conducted by the member library as stipulated by the USPTO
• Attends annual USPTO-hosted PTRC training seminarsCollections
• Proactively seeks input from faculty and students in their assigned areas to understand how their research and teaching needs may be supported by our collections
• Works collaboratively with Libraries' collections-focused units to build and maintain relevant collectionsScholarship & Service
• Engages in research/scholarship/creative activity through publication, presentation, and other outlets
• Serves the institution and the profession through involvement in professional organizations and cooperative efforts with other professionals and institutionsENVIRONMENT

The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of Tennessee's premier public research university. The University of Tennessee holds the Carnegie Foundation Research 1 designation, granted to doctoral universities with very high research activity. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation are key to our mission. UT enrolls approximately 38,728 students at its Knoxville campus. For more information about the people who comprise the UTK community, view resources on our Data Central website. The University culture is guided by adherence to core values that define the Volunteer spirit and include: seeking knowledge; leading with innovation and integrity; advancing diversity and inclusion; engaging locally and globally; and embracing responsible stewardship of resources.

The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus-through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources. The John C. Hodges Library in the heart of campus houses the majority of the UT Libraries' collections and many unique services. Two branch libraries offer specialized collections and services: the Webster C. Pendergrass Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Library and the George F. DeVine Music Library.

The UT Libraries is a national leader in digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository, TRACE; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The UT Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, HathiTrust, the Library Publishing Coalition, LYRASIS, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other University of Tennessee System libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system.

The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we put our principles of civility and community into action is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/belonging/home/.

Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/employment/position/innovation-entrepreneurship-librarian/

BENEFITS

Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with a salary of $63,000. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment. Library faculty must meet University requirements for promotion and tenure.

Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan (TCRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) (VOYA, TIAA) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Start-up funding in the amount of $10,000 allocated over a three-year period; annual support for travel & professional development.

The Provost's Faculty Recruitment and Hiring page has information on academic support, personal support, and living in Knoxville.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must exhibit the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals and demonstrate enthusiasm to meet dynamically changing needs within a culture of continuous learning.

Required -

• Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited program by time of appointment
• Commitment to fostering and demonstrating a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain close, productive working relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff, and students
• Proven commitment to customer service and user experience
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member
• Familiarity with information sources in business science or related fields
• Ability to engage in research, publication, and service consonant with the University's and Libraries' guidelines for promotion and tenurePreferred -
• Experience working in academic library
• Coursework, certification, or degree in business or related field
• Experience working with business resources in a library setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly communication trends and issues
• Experience and/or coursework on instructional methods
• Knowledge and/or experience in patent and trademark information resources
• Familiarity with LibGuides software or online instructional tools
• Familiarity with information sources in education, psychology, or related fields
• Familiarity with academic use of emerging technologies such as AI, VR, and collaborative writing platformsApplication Instructions:

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. In order to be considered for candidacy, you must submit, via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/161656 a cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume or CV, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references. Questions may be directed to Susan Pritchard, Libraries HR & Administration Manager, [email protected]. Review of applications will begin on Monday, February 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in its education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)of 1990. Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the UTK Office of Human Resources, 600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN37996-4125.