Reference Librarian, Librarian Assistant Professor

Description

The University of Miami Law School offers a varied JD and graduate curriculum. The reference department works from the heart of this diverse campus to support the scholarship and learning of faculty and students. For more information about the library, please see our website. The University of Miami is located in the South Florida region, a diverse, multicultural area that boasts a tropical climate, vibrant entertainment, abundant outdoor activities, and a variety of nearby neighborhoods in which to live. 

The Reference Librarian will perform general reference duties, such as working at an active reference desk, teaching, responding to faculty research requests, and preparing library resources.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Working at a centrally-located, active reference desk to provide reference assistance to law students and faculty, the University of Miami community, members of the bar, and the public;
• Performing complex research for faculty and administration;
• Providing legal instruction in the Legal Communication & Research program, guest lectures in law school classes and clinics on legal research, and teaching other workshops and instructional sessions; and
• Maintaining current awareness of issues and trends related to legal research, instruction, and academic services by participating in professional development activities; developing professional relationships with counterparts in other institutions, both on and off the law school campus.

For full details, please see the job posting.

Requirements

Requires:

A J.D. (or foreign equivalent) and a Masters in Library/Information Science (or equivalent) from accredited institutions;
Candidates with a J.D. who will complete a Master’s in Library/Information Science from an accredited institution within a reasonable amount of time will also be considered.

This position also requires excellent organizational and teaching skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong service philosophy; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds; willingness to collaborate and participate as an enthusiastic team player; willingness to take initiative and be flexible.