Instruction & Research Librarian

University of Colorado • Colorado Springs, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Instruction and Research Librarian, as a faculty member of the Learning, Research, and Engagement Department, provides information literacy instruction and research assistance in various formats to the UCCS community. This position may explore additional interests in developing, delivering, and promoting library services or be asked to take on other duties as assigned. This is a 12-month faculty appointment that requires commitments in the areas of Teaching/Librarianship and Leadership and Service. Scholarly/Creative Work is not required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school completed by position start date is required.
• Experience or coursework in instruction or instructional design (instructional experience in public library or K-20 setting will be considered).
• Experience or coursework in providing reference or research assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an academic library in any position (student employee, staff, practicum, etc.) OR coursework in academic librarianship is preferred.
• Experience providing research support, information literacy instruction, or collection development in the subject area of education OR educational background in the subject area related to education.

Responsibilities

• Provide in person and/or online information literacy instruction in the First-Year Rhetoric and Writing Program, Gateway Program Seminar, and library workshops. This may include night and weekend classes.
• Provide general research assistance service in-person and through remote formats.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of online learning materials.
• Assist with assessment of library instruction and research assistance activities.
• Serve as a liaison to academic divisions or departments in the College of Education or other assigned area providing collection development, library instruction, and research assistance.
• Participate in the development of policies, procedures, and goals for the Learning, Research, and Engagement department and the Kraemer Family Library.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the academic or campus community through library, campus, CU System, or professional service activities.

Benefits

• 22 vacation days
• 10 sick days
• paid parental leave
• 13 recognized holidays
• provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave
• Comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit.
• Affordable dental, vision plans
• Competitive prescription drug prices
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement options
• Twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.
• Wellness programs
• Additional benefits through CU Advantage

What This Job Offers

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