Simmons University is hiring: Research and Learning Librarian in Boston

* Develop and deliver library instruction—including instructional design, teaching, and assessment—in face-to-face, online, and blended modalities and in alignment with the identified program, curricular, and student needs* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant curriculum initiatives within assigned departments/programs* Demonstrate competency on broad issues of copyright and how to responsibly use resources in an academic setting* Deliver instruction sessions which encourage students’ critical thinking around, engagement with, and evaluation of information sources through the ACRL Frameworks and other societal and systemic lenses of antiracism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging* Provide high-quality reference and research support on demand by appointment, email, video conferencing, chat, or other vehicles and modalities as appropriate* Create and maintain asynchronous research tools such as LibGuides, resource- or skill-centered tutorials, and instructional videos, with particular attention paid to ensuring the accessibility of content to all students* Extend services through office hours, embedded librarianship, and support of student research programs* Participate in the promotion of library services and materials* Train and onboard student workers in research and learning and user engagement functions* Cultivate partnerships and collaborations with faculty, adjuncts, students, and staff in assigned departments/programs* Maintain an understanding of assigned academic department/program needs and a corresponding awareness of the appropriate library resources/services to meet such program needs* Maintain an understanding and awareness of department-, program-, College- or University-wide initiatives around antiracism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and identify opportunities to support these through research and instruction services and other activities* Promote the awareness and use of the Library’s collections and services, and pursue opportunities that engage and inform the community* Speak knowledgeably about issues such as scholarly communication, critical cataloging, open access, institutional repositories, and information literacy* Seek opportunities for collaboration with academic and co-curricular departments/programs on initiatives impacting resources, services, information literacy, and curriculum support* Serve on appropriate department-, program-, College-, or University-wide committees* Maintain current knowledge of library resources, services and issues with strong emphasis on assigned academic departments/programs* Participate in appropriate professional organizations* Contribute to the profession through activities including publications and presentations and by taking on leadership roles in professional organizations* Maintain an understanding of University and Library strategy, priorities, and initiatives in order to advance shared goals* Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program in Library & Information Science* Outstanding written and oral communication skills* Strong analytical and organizational skills* Commitment to excellent customer service* Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a team* Experience with library and emerging technology* Two years of public services experience in an academic setting* Experience developing and delivering Information Literacy sessions* Familiarity with and experience with resources in the Library Science and Business and Management.* Experience providing outstanding reference and research support both in-person and in the online environment* Experience developing, assessing, and managing print, media, and electronic collections* Experience developing and conducting effective outreach programs for students and faculty* Proficiencies in research and reference services* Commitment to continuous learning and technological flexibility* Collaborative and team-oriented* Commitment to inclusive excellence and social justice* Strong commitment to student success and faculty engagement**Instructions to Applicants**: Please upload **all** applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the *Application Materials* box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).Introduce yourself by leaving us your resume and contact information, so our recruiting team may reach out to you if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr