Research & Instruction Librarian for STEM

University of Scranton•Scranton, PA

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About The Position

The Research & Instruction Librarian for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) contributes to the Library's campus-wide focus on transformative teaching and learning in the Ignatian liberal arts tradition. In addition to regular faculty responsibilities, the Research & Instruction Librarian for STEM supports subject areas in the natural sciences and mathematics through information literacy instruction, research support, and collection development, and serves as a resource in integrating instruction about emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) into the curriculum, with attention to information literacy concepts that connect to AI and ethical considerations and applications of AI when doing research.

Requirements

Willingness to develop the knowledge required to provide information literacy instruction for the natural sciences and mathematics
Ability to deal well with members of the public
Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and presentation skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently
Ability to work creatively and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community-at-large
Professional commitment to user-focused library services
Professional commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
Ability to engage in scholarship and service in order to meet qualifications for reappointment and tenure, as defined in the Faculty Handbook
Ability to attain a second Master's degree in a subject field, or the completion of thirty graduate credits in a discipline that improves professional competence, as a requirement for tenure (if not already accomplished at the time of hire)
Possession of an American Library Association (ALA) accredited Master's degree at the time of appointment

Nice To Haves

Additional graduate level degree or subject expertise in a STEM field preferred
Experience working in a library or archives
Experience working collaboratively with others to pursue, manage, and complete projects
Familiarity with subject areas in the natural sciences and mathematics (e.g., biology, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, physics, etc.)
Knowledge of current trends in academic librarianship related to research and instruction, such as knowledge of the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education and connections between AI and information literacy concepts in the research process
Experience creating engaging learning opportunities for student, faculty, or community audiences
Proficiency in the use of technology, such as social media and other emerging technologies and platforms, for the delivery of library services
Strong desire to explore pedagogical approaches and learning theories that can enrich teaching practice
Familiarity with assessment methods and techniques
Coursework or experience in instructional design

Responsibilities

Teaches in support of the Library's Information Literacy Curriculum, which includes information literacy instruction in core general education courses as well as upper-level disciplinary courses
Provides research services and scholarly assistance to members of the University community both in-person and online
Serves as subject liaison to academic departments supporting the natural sciences and mathematics (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Engineering, etc.), a role that includes providing course-integrated information literacy instruction and collection development May be assigned to additional departments and programs as dictated by department needs and expertise developed after hire
Develops and delivers instruction and professional development opportunities that focus on AI and the research process, both in and out of the Library

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