Social Sciences Librarian

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) Library seeks a dynamic, innovative librarian for the position of Social Sciences Librarian. As liaison to the Social Sciences Departments in the College of Liberal Arts, (https://cola.unh.edu/) this position has primary responsibility for the proactive development and delivery of responsive reference, instructional, and research support. As a position that is engaged with a variety of library services, the Social Sciences Librarian actively participates in the university’s efforts to create and nurture a dynamic learning environment in which individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences and cultural backgrounds pursue goals with mutual respect and a shared spirit of inquiry. 

The successful candidate will have an aptitude for the teaching, use, and management of resources relevant to the social sciences. The candidate will have the ability to work with library colleagues to support scholarly communication initiatives and newly emerging modes of research and collaboration, including open science.  

The position is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position with appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications. This position reports to the Dean of the University Library through the Library Faculty Chair and will be a member of relevant library programs. The incumbent is expected to conduct scholarship; actively participate in library, university, and professional engagement or service; and meet other UNH Library criteria for promotion and tenure including holding or obtaining a second advanced degree in a chosen field. Faculty members at UNH are represented by the AAUP through a collective bargaining agreement. Minimum contractual salary is $86,620 for the rank of Assistant Professor. Competitive benefits package.

Applications received by Nov. 20, 2024, will receive priority consideration. 

If you, or someone you know, is interested in this opportunity to join New Hampshire’s flagship public research institution please review the position description and apply via this link: https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63481