I-Know Digital Literacy and Emerging Technologies, Assistant/Associate Librarian

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

4d • $56,000 - $62,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mary and Jeff Bell Library at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi is hiring a 12-month, non-tenure-track I-Know Digital Literacy and Emerging Technologies Librarian at the Assistant or Associate Librarian rank. The I-Know Digital Literacy Program prepares students to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information using digital tools and to navigate a complex, evolving information landscape. This position focuses on artificial intelligence and other technologies in higher education, helping students, faculty, and staff critically evaluate, use, and understand the implications of emerging technologies in academic work.

The librarian monitors developments in AI and other technologies relevant to higher education and turns them into practical guidance and instruction. The role includes designing accessible instructional materials, advising faculty on integrating digital literacy into curricula, delivering workshops and training, collaborating on curriculum design, and assessing program effectiveness. The librarian also contributes to library and university guidelines for responsible use of emerging technologies and supervises an I-Know student employee.

The position is based at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, Texas. It is a faculty position with a Spring 2027 start date. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, approximately $56,000–$62,000 annually.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
• For Associate Librarian rank, at least five years of experience at the assistant librarian or comparable rank.
• Experience delivering instruction related to information literacy, digital literacy, educational technology, or closely related areas, including effective and responsible use of emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of generative AI technologies and their implications for teaching, learning, research, information literacy, and academic integrity in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience applying analytical and creative problem-solving approaches to instructional, technological, or organizational challenges.
• Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL), accessibility standards such as WCAG, or other pedagogical methods that address different learning styles and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiasm for exploring new methods and technologies related to digital and emerging technologies.
• Experience working in higher education, academic libraries, or student learning environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and collaborations in a dynamic environment.
• Experience developing curricula, learning outcomes, instructional materials, or online learning content.
• Experience assessing student learning, instructional effectiveness, or program outcomes using qualitative and/or quantitative methods.
• Experience using AI research assistants such as Perplexity, Scite, Elicit, or NotebookLM.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional design technologies to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Monitor developments in AI tools, applications, and other emerging technologies relevant to higher education, translating them into practical guidance and instructional content.
• Design and update materials on ethical, critical, and effective use of AI in information-seeking and research, independent of any single platform or product.
• Advise faculty on integrating digital literacy concepts, including AI literacy, into course curricula.
• Conduct workshops and training for faculty and students on digital literacy, ethical technology use, AI, and emerging trends.
• Consult with faculty across disciplines to design curricula promoting digital literacy and responsible technology use.
• Assess and report on digital literacy initiatives using learning outcomes data and other metrics to guide the I-Know Digital Literacy program.
• Contribute to library and university guidelines on ethical and responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI, in teaching and learning.
• Design instructional materials with attention to accessibility.
• Supervise an I-Know student employee assisting with digital literacy initiatives and technology-related projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level