Faculty Non-Tenure Track-9 Mo

Kent State • Kent, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Information at Kent State University, a Carnegie R1 institution, invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Public Librarianship at the rank of Assistant Professor / Lecturer, beginning Fall 2026. The School offers a nationally-ranked, ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree and is committed to educating innovative, community-engaged information professionals and library advocates. We seek a dynamic educator with expertise in public librarianship and a strong commitment to inclusive, equitable library services. The School emphasizes community engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the preparation of leaders in libraries and information organizations. This is a renewable appointment with an initial term of 1 year. Per the University’s NTT Collective Bargaining Agreement, the teaching load is 5-5 and profession.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program (although degrees in related disciplines may be considered).
• Significant professional experience in public libraries or closely related settings.
• Demonstrated excellence or strong potential in teaching.
• Must pass a security check.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Library and Information Science or a related field.
• Prior experience teaching online.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Public Librarianship, which may include: Public Library Management and Leadership, Community Engagement, Outreach, and Social Services, Programming and Services for Diverse Populations, Youth, Teen, and/or Adult Services, Intellectual Freedom and Public Library Ethics, Information Literacy, Collection Development.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the MLIS program.
• Advise and mentor students pursuing careers in public libraries.
• Engage in service to the School, University, and the profession.
• Teach in our MLIS core curriculum.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree