Associate Professor-Library

University of Tennessee•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center invites a collaborative, enthusiastic, and service-oriented professional to join our Research & Learning Services (RLS) department as a Research & Learning Services Librarian. This position is a full-time non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Research & Learning Services, this position works closely with faculty, students, clinicians, and researchers to deliver high-impact instruction, research support, and scholarly engagement.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited program.
Foundational knowledge of information literacy and library instruction, with the ability to design and deliver engaging learning experiences in both in-person and virtual environments.
Demonstrated ability to conduct effective literature searches in library databases and information systems, including application of evidence-based searching principles.
Familiarity with current technologies and digital tools relevant to academic health sciences libraries, including web-based applications, learning management systems, and mobile or cloud-based platforms.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, clinicians, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, with a strong commitment to user-centered service, adaptability, and continuous professional learning.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or additional advanced degree in a health, science, or social science discipline.
Experience or familiarity with academic library environments, including internships, practicum experiences, or professional engagement.
Experience or coursework in health sciences database searching and information.
Exposure to library instruction, teaching, or educational support, including course-integrated instruction and curriculum collaboration.
Training, coursework, or strong interest in evidence synthesis, such as systematic or scoping reviews, and associated research support.
Enthusiasm for emerging areas in health sciences librarianship, including artificial intelligence literacy, research data management, clinical information support, scholarly communication, or digital learning technologies.
Demonstrated interest in collaborating with stakeholders to support education, research, and patient care initiatives.
Eagerness to engage in continuous professional development and support a collaborative, mission-driven academic health sciences library.

Responsibilities

Provide expert research support and reference services to faculty, students, clinicians, and researchers across the UT Health Science Center community.
Design and deliver high-impact, curriculum-integrated instruction, collaborating with faculty to support evidence-based practice, information literacy, and lifelong learning.
Serve as liaison to assigned constituent programs or colleges, building strong partnerships to support teaching, research, and student success through customized services, responsive collection development, and proactive outreach.
Develop, assess, and maintain research guides, learning objects, and instructional modules that support academic programs, clinical practice, and patient-centered care.
Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making related to library services, collections, spaces, and emerging technologies.
Engage in outreach, promotion, and communication efforts to increase awareness and effective use of library resources and services.
Participate actively in professional development and service, maintaining awareness of trends and best practices in academic health sciences librarianship.
Maintain an ongoing record of professional service and scholarly engagement, consistent with faculty appointment expectations.
Lead or contribute to special projects and cross-departmental initiatives that advance library and institutional priorities.