Instructor, Renewable Contract: Archival Studies-School of Library & Information Sciences - 527439

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

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About The Position

The University of Alabama School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS) in the College of Communication & Information Sciences at the University of Alabama, invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track renewable contract instructor in archival studies to begin August 16, 2026. The University of Alabama School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS) in the College of Communication & Information Sciences at the University of Alabama, invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track renewable contract instructor in archival studies to begin August 16, 2026. Position Summary & Responsibilities: This position provides an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator teach in our robust archival studies program and to shape the character and direction of the School of Library and Information Studies. We are at a thrilling juncture with a new facility, growing student body and faculty at all ranks, and supportive administration dedicated to information literacy and access. This teaching focused position is based on a 3-year renewable contract cycle with opportunities for promotion. Successful applicants will display the ability to be an active and involved member of a highly collaborative faculty team. The standard teaching load for renewable contract faculty members is four courses per semester with the option to teach during the summer. Instructional modes include web-based synchronous distance education and face-to-face.

Requirements

• Earned master’s in Library and Information Science or related area from a regionally accredited university prior to the appointment date.
• Professional experience working in an archive
• Exemplify a commitment to work with students, colleagues, and partners with a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and levels of experience with archival studies
• Ability to be an active and involved member of a highly collaborative faculty team.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in digital archives
• At least 2 years teaching experience in the topical areas covered by the MLIS archival studies core
• Evidence of successful synchronous teaching of online courses.
• Demonstrated academic advising and student mentorship experiences.
• Active involvement in relevant regional and/or national organizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the core archival studies curriculum: introduction to archival studies, intellectual foundations of archival theory and practice, archival appraisal, and archival representation, access, and use.
• Option to teach in other areas of the LIS curriculum, including archival studies electives, and to develop new courses to meet LIS programmatic needs.
• Advise graduate students (master’s level) and assist with the coordination of archival studies advising.
• Participate in academic service in SLIS, the College of Communication and Information Sciences, and the University of Alabama.
• Engage in professional LIS organizations at the state, national, and international levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees