Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Louisiana State University • Goodwell, OK

19d • Remote

About The Position

The School of Information Studies at Louisiana State University announces the availability of two full-time Assistant Professors of Professional Practice position to teach graduate courses in Library & Information Science (LIS) with a focus in archival studies, librarianship, or records & information management. The candidate will have a commitment to teaching excellence and service to the profession. These are 12-month appointments and may be renewed annually. The starting date is negotiable.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science or equivalent with 0-1 teaching experience

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Information Studies or equivalent with less than a year teaching experience
• Experience teaching university LIS graduate-level courses online
• Professional experience in LIS

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Teach online graduate courses to support the graduate programs in the School of Information Studies. The teaching load is ten (10) courses per calendar year: eight (8) courses per academic year (4 per semester) and two (2) courses per summer term.
• Service: Serve on appropriate School, College, University, and Professional committees; attendance at affiliated professional conferences; and fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time