University of South Carolina is hiring: Sciences Librarian in Columbia

Overview

Posting Details Posting Summary
Posting Number FAC00185PO25
Advertised Title Sciences Librarian
Campus Columbia
College/Division University Libraries

Department LIBR Research, Instruction and Reference
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with Experience
Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 12 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Search Category Faculty

About USC

About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary The Research & Instruction department in the Thomas Cooper Library at the University of South Carolina seeks a librarian with experience in academic and /or health libraries. As a unit, we value collaboration while also empowering each librarian to work independently. The successful candidate in general research help and instruction responsibilities, while also working to build relationships with their assigned academic departments. Instruction experience is required and experience in Health and/or Life Science fields and in systematic reviews is preferred.

The Librarian participates in University Libraries’ liaison program in support of the teaching and research endeavors of disciplines in the sciences and health sciences as assigned.

Essential functions include

• Partnering with faculty to integrate research skills into the curricula and develop collections which sustain and advance the department’s research goals;
• Designing and teaching instructional sessions and workshops in a variety of formats, as well as creating tutorials, guides, and other digital learning objects to develop and enhance students’ research and literacy skills;
• Providing research consultations;
• Seeking opportunities to develop and strengthen relationships between the library and assigned departments as well as across the university community;
• Keeping up with trends and developments in the research methodologies and practices of areas of responsibility;
• Collaborating with colleagues in Research & Instruction in first year instruction, general research and reference assistance, and overall outreach efforts;
• Participating in professional development and continuing education activities; and
• Performing other related duties as assigned to meet the goals of the Libraries and University.

Required Education and Experience

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent). The combination of another graduate degree and relevant experience will be given equal consideration.
• Experience working in academic libraries
• 2+ years instruction experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively with users at all levels of expertise across disciplines
• Projects an approachable and customer service-oriented attitude
• Ability to collaborate effectively and work on teams
• Ability to effectively and efficiently learn new resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Second master’s or PhD in a STEM or other data-dependent field
• 2+ years’ experience working in research libraries
• Experience and/or training in conducting systematic reviews
• Demonstrated involvement in professional activities, including evidence of ability to contribute to librarianship, research, and service as well as capacity for leadership within the profession.
• Experience in developing and producing workshops and tutorials

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 11/03/2025
Job Open Date 09/17/2025
Job Close Date 09/24/2025
Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant The positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 24, 2025

Quicklink for Posting: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/194379

EEO Statement

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