UAB Libraries–Open Rank-STEM Librarian and Liaison to the departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Portal • Birmingham, AL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Libraries seeks a creative, enthusiastic, and service-oriented professional to serve as STEM Librarian and liaison to the departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics. Reporting to the Head of the Mervyn H. Sterne Library Department of Research and Learning, this position provides research, instruction, and outreach services to those four departments and works closely with the STEM Librarian for Engineering and Chemistry.

This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position based in the Mervyn H. Sterne Library at UAB. Sterne Library supports teaching, learning, and research in the arts and humanities, business, education, engineering, natural sciences and mathematics, and social and behavioral sciences.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in library science from a school accredited by the American Library Association or academic credentials appropriate to the position.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Commitment to all patrons in higher education.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or other advanced degree in a STEM field.
• An undergraduate degree, formal coursework, or demonstrated interest in a STEM field.
• 1–2 years of relevant library experience, which may include internships or other library work.
• Knowledge of reference, instruction, collection development, and outreach services in an academic library setting.
• Knowledge of STEM resources, services, and trends.
• Experience with citation management software such as EndNote, Mendeley, and Zotero.
• Familiarity with applying emerging technologies for information and instructional services, including the Springshare suite and Canvas LMS.

Responsibilities

• Provide research, instruction, and outreach services to the departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics.
• Work closely with the STEM Librarian for Engineering and Chemistry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time