Assistant and/or Associate Professor of Library Science Job at USC Marshall Scho

Assistant and/or Associate Professor of Library Science

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Job Description

Library Science Faculty will: This is a 12 month librarian track position at the Assistant Professor / Librarian II or Associate Professor / Librarian III rank (rank to be assigned based on prior experience).

Responsibilities

• Teach two or more MLS courses per semester within their subject area pending enrollment and program need
• Assist in the development and refinement of a graduate curriculum that meets American Library Association (ALA) standards
• Work closely with MLS adjuncts, graduate assistants, and other student or extra help employees
• Assist the director with the ALA accreditation process
• Embed relevant assessment functions in all courses and help gather artifacts for the annual MU assessment reporting process and ALA accreditation requirements
• Collaborate with the team overseeing student advising activities, internships, and placements
• Assist the director and dean’s office personnel with marketing and recruitment for the school
• Fulfill other activities affiliated with the school’s success as needed.
• Library faculty positions in the state of West Virginia’s University System are 12-month non-tenured appointments renewed annually through a peer-review retention process.
• Follow the University Library Faculty Handbook which includes active participation in faculty governance, university service, and creative, and scholarly activities.
• Other Library Faculty Duties:
• Function as a professional librarian with the skills and experience to perform routine library duties or lead a special project for one of the university library’s departments
• Work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently; assist in promoting teamwork among colleagues
• Organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in an effective and efficient manner
• Exhibit command of classic information literacy and information technology skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to campus participation in school and university committees, task forces, and other professional activities as required and requested.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Higher Education