Research and Learning Librarian & Assistant Professor

Location Name: Stetson University

County: Volusia

Region: Central Florida

Address: 421 N Woodland BlvdCity: DeLandZipcode: 32720

ALA accredited Masters required: Yes

DUPONT-BALL LIBRARY

POSITION: Research and Learning Librarian & Assistant Professor, two open positions

Stetson University seeks to fill two 12-month, tenure-track librarian positions with an anticipated start date of summer 2025. The two Research and Learning Librarians will be part of a collaborative, user-focused, and approachable team providing research services and information literacy instruction in a liberal arts setting. Stetson’s duPont-Ball Library is newly under the leadership of Dean Katy Webb, who is bringing a fresh eye to spaces, services, and stewardship of library resources. It is an exciting time to join the Stetson faculty and the duPont-Ball Library, with the opportunity to collaborate with other tenure-track librarians on research and important initiatives like the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan on Information Literacy.  Each Research and Learning Librarian will collaborate with others to provide research services and will actively participate in an information literacy instruction program that includes teaching course-related information literacy workshops and creating online self-guided learning objects. The librarian will also participate in the library’s outreach and engagement initiatives and will serve on one or more library committees (e.g. Systems, Social Media, Library Building, and Library Inclusive Excellence). In addition to the specific job functions described below, the librarian in this position will participate in the professional activities and University service required of a tenure-track faculty member. Additional information is included in the University’s Policies and Procedures and in the Library’s Promotion and Tenure Guidelines.

Interested candidates may attend a confidential Zoom info-session to learn more about Stetson, the library, and this position. Zoom sessions will be posted at this link, https://stetso.nu/2C0q5. A first review of applications will happen on March 3, 2025.

Education/Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS: Master of Library & Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution required. Second Master’s degree preferred. Desire to work with a small, collaborative team to provide information literacy instruction and research services. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability or potential to engage in publication and professional service to meet University tenure and promotion requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience providing reference services in an academic library; knowledge of trends in information literacy teaching and learning and the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy; demonstrated teaching or presentation experience; the ability to contribute to a growing and changing library; demonstrated skill with a variety of online tools such as Springshare’s LibGuides or content management systems; effective communication,  interpersonal, organizational, and analytical and assessment skills; ability to manage projects and meet deadlines; and the ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position reports to the Director of Public Services. Duties include on-call research assistance shifts, with some evening shifts, and teaching information literacy and research skills workshops. This is an onsite position. The Research and Learning Librarian will be expected to give special attention to the following:

• With librarians, classroom faculty, and appropriate University committees, engage in ongoing development of information literacy across the curriculum
• Develop and maintain currency in the theory and practice in the field of library instruction and information literacy
• Collaborate with librarians to create and update online information literacy learning objects including online LibGuides, videos, and tutorials
• Provide research assistance in person, via chat, telephone, text, and email and by appointment in an on-call setting, up to 15 hours, including one evening shift per week; assist patrons in locating, using, and evaluating print and online resources
• Participates in library outreach and engagement initiatives, promoting library services, spaces, resources, and technology
• Maintains active participation in academic librarianship including, but not limited to, attending relevant conferences and engaging in professional research activities. Participates in Stetson University faculty activities, including attending University faculty meetings and committee meetings. Participates in library, University, and professional service.

For more information on our expectations in teaching and scholarship, our tenure policies, and our support for faculty development, please see the Academic Affairs website.

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Katy Webb

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 386 822 8358

How to Apply / Instructions:

APPLICATION:

Applicants should supply a cover letter and curriculum vitae. In the cover letter, candidates are encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate a commitment to social justice, diversity, and inclusion.

All information may be submitted electronically with attention to Katy Webb, Dean of the Library, at [email protected].

Review of applications will begin March 3, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Initial Zoom interviews may be expected around the week of March 10, with a first round of onsite interviews occurring mid-March.