Instruction and Research Librarian

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Required Qualifications:

• ALA accredited master’s degree in library and information science (conferred prior to appointment) or equivalent.

• Experience providing instruction or research assistance in a library.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse groups of students, faculty, and colleagues.

• Demonstrates knowledge of trends and best practices in information literacy.

• Demonstrates knowledge of or a willingness to develop expertise in government and international relations librarianship with proper training and support.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience in an academic library.

• Experience supporting research and teaching in government, political science, international relations, or relevant field.

• Demonstrated initiative in developing partnerships or programs that directly address faculty and student needs.

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• This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, to include occasional overnight and weekend and holiday work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.

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35% - Information Literacy:

• Participates in information literacy program.

• Teaches library skills to students; develops and presents course-integrated instruction; designs, develops, and teaches workshops for campus community.

• Creates instructional materials online and in print.

25% - Research Duties:

• Provides research assistance to faculty, staff, students, and community members

20% - Faculty Collaboration:

• Serves as liaison to academic disciplines and campus groups.

• Participates in collection development program through evaluation of resources; promotion and marketing of collection; collaboration with teaching faculty to provide assistance with accreditation reports, new course proposals, tenure files, and other projects related to the collection.

• Promotes scholarly communication and data management services.

• Conducts outreach and pursues opportunities to collaborate with faculty and students.

10% - Committee Support:

• Participates in university service, such as serving on university, library, and departmental committees and task forces; serving as a sponsor for student groups; attending library and university events

10% - Professional Development:

• Participates in professional development activities and maintains awareness of developments and innovations in research, teaching and learning, engagement, and scholarly communications.

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience

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For full consideration, please apply by the review date. A resume/CV and cover letter are required for this position and should address why you are interested and how you meet the qualifications. This position requires an on-site presence, with telework possible once per week. We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.

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Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. 

Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.