Instructional Librarian

Washburn University•Topeka, KS

70d•Onsite

About The Position

Washburn University's University Libraries invites applications for Instructional Librarian to begin October 1, 2026. This is a 12-month, benefit eligible, full-time position. The Instructional Librarian provides general and virtual information, research, and reference services, plans, teaches and assesses information literacy instruction in collaboration with the Associate Dean of University Libraries and other appropriate staff. In addition, based upon disciplinary interest, expertise, and Unit needs, the Librarian will support other library initiatives, including but not limited to: faculty and student research, digital projects, First and Second-Year Student Success Initiatives, collection development, scholarly communication, Open Access and Open Educational Resources, Artificial Intelligence, outreach and assessment. Each selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to pursuing teaching excellence at Washburn University, including a dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.

Requirements

ALA-accredited master’s degree at the time of application or by the end of the semester of hire.
Experience providing reference or instruction services in archives, special collections, research libraries, museums, or cultural institutions.
Demonstrated understanding of issues and trends in reference and information literacy.
Proven effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven ability to work effectively independently and in teams.
Demonstrated experience providing accurate, proactive, and responsive information services.
Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
Official educational transcripts required at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

An additional master’s degree in any subject taught at Washburn University.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
Two years of experience providing reference or instruction services in archives, special collections or a research library, museum, or cultural institution.
Experience in a higher education library.

Responsibilities

Serve as liaison to academic departments.
Locate and create digital content to support academic instruction.
Teach, integrate and assess Information Literacy programs across the curriculum.
Provide expert information and research services.
Explore, evaluate, and encourage the deployment of emergent technologies into library programs, information and instructional services.
Develop outreach strategies for students and faculty.
Participate in the building of physical and electronic collections that meet the needs of Washburn University.
Develop web and print-based materials.
Librarians are active members of internal library teams, Library and University Committees.
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.