Assistant Director for Research and Instruction
About The Position
The Assistant Director for Research and Instruction at The New School is a leadership role within the Research & Instructional Services (RIS) department. This position reports to the Director of RIS and is responsible for the planning, management, assessment, and strategic development of research and instructional services. The role focuses on supporting departmental assessment and analytics, advancing strategic initiatives, and acting as a liaison for management and entrepreneurship-related subject areas. The Assistant Director is a key member of the department's leadership team, working collaboratively with library colleagues, faculty, and academic programs to strengthen and evolve library services. This includes supervising the Research Unit, leading assessment efforts, and identifying/implementing new initiatives like scholarly communication. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a collaborative approach to enhance research, teaching, and learning, contributing to the Libraries' long-term goals. This is a full-time position.
Requirements
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree from a four-year program.
- ALA-accredited MLS.
- Strong understanding of research data management, statistical analysis, scholarly publishing and open access.
- Supervisory and/or project management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in constantly evolving environment and eager to facilitate innovative change.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- 3+ years experience in an academic library environment.
- Master’s in relevant subject area.
- Exemplary teaching skills or training experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current technologies related to research and instruction.
Responsibilities
- Supervise Research & Instructional Services in the absence of the Director.
- Supervise assigned Subject Librarians.
- Lead “Research Unit” and oversee areas of focus: Assessment and analytics, Data visualization, Scholarly communication and open publishing.
- Make budget recommendations for collection management.
- Ensure processes are effective, regularly assessing services and recommending revisions.
- Develop assessment strategies and actively participate in the implementation of strategic planning and goals.
- Generate and analyze departmental statistics, incorporating data visualization tools.
- Jointly oversee and carry out research and instructional services (in-person, by phone and virtually) for library locations.
- Serve as liaison for programs within management and entrepreneurship (e.g., Fashion Communication, Fashion Management, and Media Management) by providing: outreach, instruction, research assistance, reserves and new program support, collection development, online guides and tutorials.
- Develop and coordinate services that support scholarly communication, including open publishing, and provide guidance to faculty and researchers on evolving publishing practices.
- Support the development and assessment of new services, resources, and initiatives that enhance research, teaching, and library services.
- Partner with other library units to ensure excellent internal/external customer service standards.
- Collaborate with faculty, academic programs, and library colleagues to advance teaching, learning, and equitable access to library-supported course materials.
- Cultivate partnerships across the Libraries and the New School community to identify and advance scholarly communication initiatives and other emerging services.
- Participate in local and national forums in order to stay current with trends regarding research and instruction services in academic libraries.
- Participate in working groups, e.g., Stats and Analytics.
- Other duties as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement plan administered by TIAA
- Qualified Transportation Expense Plan
- Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
- Paid holidays and floating holidays
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
- Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents
- Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
