Temporary Research & Instruction Assistant Librarian 2026-27

San Diego State University•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The San Diego State University Library is accepting applications for their temporary full-time Assistant Librarian pool. This position is responsible for in-person and online reference, research services, and instruction, and other services supporting the students and faculty at SDSU. The successful candidate will possess strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and experience with public service, teaching, and library research. Temporary appointments will be full-time, 12-month appointments. Initial appointment will typically end on June 30, 2027, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply.

Requirements

ALA-accredited master’s degree or equivalent foreign degree.
A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity
Experience providing reference assistance and familiarity with reference tools

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching information literacy in a variety of disciplines
Experience in the development of online tutorials or web guides

Responsibilities

Participate as a general reference librarian at the reference desk.
Provide the entire range of in-person and online LibChat reference services, including some research consultations at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Help with the supervision and training of student workers who assist at the reference desk and online LibChat reference services.
Conduct course-related information literacy instruction for undergraduate courses as needed, including but not limited to, required rhetoric and communications classes.
Conduct orientation tours for potential students, new students, and other groups as needed.
Help with the review and update of online research guides for ADA compliance.
Other duties as needed.