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Research Instruction Librarian, Milne Library, SUNY Geneseo
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Research Instruction Librarian, Milne Library, SUNY Geneseo
Job Location: Geneseo, NY
Salary: $59,899
Job Description Milne Library at SUNY Geneseo is known for its innovation, creativity, and deep commitment to student success. Our work has been recognized nationally with the 2018 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award, and our state‑of‑the‑art newly renovated library building provides a vibrant, welcoming space for research, teaching, and community engagement.
We are excited to invite applications for a Research Instruction Librarian who shares our passion for teaching, engagement, and inclusive excellence. This librarian will play a key role in empowering students to become confident researchers and lifelong learners in a liberal arts environment. As a faculty librarian, you will be part of a collegial and supportive community, with opportunities for professional growth, mentoring, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students and scholars alike.
Responsibilities
Serve as the liaison librarian to the School of Education, working closely with faculty to design and deliver dynamic information literacy instruction for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Provide research support that helps students and faculty succeed in their academic goals.
Use outreach and collaboration skills to strengthen Milne Library’s partnerships with local area high schools to help re‑establish our high school instruction program.
Participate in Milne Library’s general instruction program, including teaching first‑year writing courses and classes for the Educational Opportunity Program, updating instructional guides, and contributing to library tutorials.
Collaborate with the Head of Collection Management on organization and collection development for the Teacher Education Resource Center (TERC).
Provide research help services to students, faculty, and staff through in‑person consultations and online communication.
Participate on teams or committees in support of the Library’s and College’s missions.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in information and/or library science from an ALA‑accredited school or an ALA‑approved international equivalent by time of appointment.
Proven commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in professional settings.
Knowledge of pedagogy and innovative methods for teaching information literacy.
Experience fostering teamwork to drive successful results.
Skilled in conveying ideas clearly through speaking and writing.
Candidates for this position must be legally permitted to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not available.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Pre‑K–12 education system, NYS curriculum, and/or teacher preparation programs.
Experience teaching using active learning strategies.
Previous experience as a liaison/outreach librarian.
Appointment Details Position Type: Term Tenure Track
Length of Initial Appointment: 2 years
Appointment Start Date: 04/30/2026
Full-Time
Application Instructions Please submit a cover letter, curricula vitae (CV), and provide contact information for three professional references.
EEO Statement SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic. To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245‑5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu.
Job URL https://jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/5441
Posting Start Date Monday, December 15, 2025
Posting End Date Sunday, February 15, 2026
180 Lawrence Bell Drive | Suite 104 | Amherst, NY 14221‑7888 | 716.633.0705
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Salary: $59,899
Job Description Milne Library at SUNY Geneseo is known for its innovation, creativity, and deep commitment to student success. Our work has been recognized nationally with the 2018 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award, and our state‑of‑the‑art newly renovated library building provides a vibrant, welcoming space for research, teaching, and community engagement.
We are excited to invite applications for a Research Instruction Librarian who shares our passion for teaching, engagement, and inclusive excellence. This librarian will play a key role in empowering students to become confident researchers and lifelong learners in a liberal arts environment. As a faculty librarian, you will be part of a collegial and supportive community, with opportunities for professional growth, mentoring, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students and scholars alike.
Responsibilities
Serve as the liaison librarian to the School of Education, working closely with faculty to design and deliver dynamic information literacy instruction for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Provide research support that helps students and faculty succeed in their academic goals.
Use outreach and collaboration skills to strengthen Milne Library’s partnerships with local area high schools to help re‑establish our high school instruction program.
Participate in Milne Library’s general instruction program, including teaching first‑year writing courses and classes for the Educational Opportunity Program, updating instructional guides, and contributing to library tutorials.
Collaborate with the Head of Collection Management on organization and collection development for the Teacher Education Resource Center (TERC).
Provide research help services to students, faculty, and staff through in‑person consultations and online communication.
Participate on teams or committees in support of the Library’s and College’s missions.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in information and/or library science from an ALA‑accredited school or an ALA‑approved international equivalent by time of appointment.
Proven commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in professional settings.
Knowledge of pedagogy and innovative methods for teaching information literacy.
Experience fostering teamwork to drive successful results.
Skilled in conveying ideas clearly through speaking and writing.
Candidates for this position must be legally permitted to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not available.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Pre‑K–12 education system, NYS curriculum, and/or teacher preparation programs.
Experience teaching using active learning strategies.
Previous experience as a liaison/outreach librarian.
Appointment Details Position Type: Term Tenure Track
Length of Initial Appointment: 2 years
Appointment Start Date: 04/30/2026
Full-Time
Application Instructions Please submit a cover letter, curricula vitae (CV), and provide contact information for three professional references.
EEO Statement SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic. To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245‑5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu.
Job URL https://jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/5441
Posting Start Date Monday, December 15, 2025
Posting End Date Sunday, February 15, 2026
180 Lawrence Bell Drive | Suite 104 | Amherst, NY 14221‑7888 | 716.633.0705
All content copyright 2025 Western New York Library Resources Council
#J-18808-Ljbffr