Research & Instruction Librarian

McLennan Community College•Waco, TX

About The Position

The Research & Instruction Librarian supports students, faculty, staff, and community members by providing research assistance and instructional services in person and online. The position collaborates with Learning Commons colleagues on instructional initiatives and creates and maintains learning materials to promote equitable access and student support. The role receives general direction from the Coordinator of Library Research & Instruction and has no supervisory responsibilities. Regular work hours are Sunday through Thursday, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This is a security-sensitive position, and an appropriate background investigation will be conducted for applicants under strong consideration. The role involves sedentary desk work, occasional field trips for college or program activities, and work in a standard office setting with minimal hazards or exposure. Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited college or university and have more than one year of work experience in a library setting. Preferred qualifications include at least one year of academic library experience with instructional responsibilities. The cover letter should address how the applicant acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the selection criteria. Required materials are an online employment application, resume, cover letter, and copies of college transcripts. Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited college or university.
More than one year of work experience in a library setting.
Knowledge of research methods and resources.
Knowledge of pedagogical theories, inclusive teaching practices, and the ACRL Information Literacy Framework.
Knowledge of instructional design principles and learning technologies, including LibGuides.
Knowledge of library services, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of academic program structures within designated liaison areas.
Knowledge of ethical use of artificial intelligence in academic research, instruction, and work-related tasks.
Knowledge of trends and emerging best practices in academic librarianship and professional development.
Skill in designing and delivering engaging, effective, and inclusive library instruction across modalities.
Skill in applying inclusive pedagogy and the ACRL Information Literacy Framework.
Skill in conducting reference interviews and research consultations.
Skill in creating and maintaining research guides and online instructional content.
Skill in project management, planning, and assessment.
Skill in using and troubleshooting library systems and databases.
Ability to collaborate as a team member to achieve goals.
Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and service models.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to demonstrate versatility and problem-solving in dynamic library environments.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of work experience in an academic library with instruction responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Provide research assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community members, both in person and online.
Provide instructional services in person and online.
Collaborate with Learning Commons colleagues on instructional initiatives.
Create and maintain learning materials, research guides, and online instructional content.
Promote equitable access and student support.
Conduct reference interviews and research consultations.
Use and troubleshoot library systems and databases.
Contribute to team-based instructional initiatives and pursue a personal specialization.
Plan and assess projects and instructional work.
Build and maintain professional relationships with campus and community stakeholders.
Engage in continuous learning and professional development.