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University of Colorado Boulder LibrariesJob AnnouncementScience & Engineering LibrarianThe University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Libraries invites applications from collaborative and innovative candidates for the position of Science & Engineering Librarian! This tenure-track faculty position serves as one of three subject specialists for students and faculty in the College of Engineering & Applied Sciences, as well as other liaison areas as assigned. Duties include participating in all six pillars of liaison responsibilities in support of the College of Engineering & Applied Sciences and related programs and departments: collection development, instruction, relationship building, research support, subject expertise, and advocacy. The Science & Engineering Librarian leverages their librarianship expertise to advance the College’s goals of being a world leader for excellence and innovation in engineering research and education. An essential element of the position is supporting student success and contributing to an engaged Libraries environment. The Science & Engineering librarian participates in the libraries’ collaborative team environment and performs other duties as assigned.As a member of the University Libraries faculty, the Engineering Librarian will be expected to maintain a record of scholarly research/creative work, participate in professional service activities, and actively engage in faculty governance, in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado Boulder. This position has the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity. This tenure-track faculty position reports to the Head of the Relationship Building & Engagement section. A typical annual merit formula for tenure-track faculty is 40% librarianship, 40% research, and 20% service. The Relationship Building & Engagement section is part of the Branches & Services Team, part of the Success & Engagement Strategies Chapter. Please see the Libraries’ organizational chart.What We RequirePlease address each of these qualifications in your application materials:
- Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution;
- Experience or coursework developing innovative, user-centered learning opportunities to enhance research and/or teaching;
- Demonstrated ability to cultivate and advocate for an environment of diversity and inclusion;
- Potential for research, scholarly work, and professional service.
- Knowledge ofpedagogical and research methodologies in the sciences and/or engineering;
- Demonstrated ability to actively seek out partnership, collaboration, and input from others.
- Experience in an academic or research library;
- Experience in outreach or engagement with communities;
- Experience providing user-centered reference or research support services;
- Experience in collection development with knowledge of trends and issues in academic publishing
- Academic or professional experience in Science, Engineering, or related fields
- A cover letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position
- CV/Resume
- Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion Statement
- In this statement (1-2 pages) please describe your experience and demonstrated ability to advance a diverse and inclusive environment in the past and as a Science and Engineering Librarian at the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries through your librarianship, research, and/or service. Please provide details on your experience and the role you have played in these activities. Finally, describe plans for advancing an inclusive and welcoming environment for students and/or within the Libraries at the University of Colorado Boulder. Please see the Libraries’ Commitment to Diversity and Inclusive Excellence.