Research and Instruction Librarian

Research and Instruction Librarian

Department : LIBR Research, Instruction and Reference

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Advertised Salary Range : Commensurate with Experience

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

University Libraries at the University of South Carolina is seeking an innovative and user-focused Research & Instruction librarian who will work in a collaborative environment to support the teaching and research needs of students and faculty across the university.

Reporting to the Head of Research & Instruction, the successful candidate will apply a learning-centered approach to developing impactful in-person and online course-based instruction sessions, workshops, and individual and small-group research consultations on research skills and information resources.

They will also provide basic research assistance across all subject areas and engage with learners at all academic levels from first-year students to faculty members.

As a member of the liaison program, they will focus on strengthening relationships between the library and their assigned departments, including gaining a thorough understanding of departmental resource needs.

Participation in relevant professional development activities is expected to stay current with skills as well as meet criteria for tenure.

Responsibilities will evolve as both the library environment and campus needs continue to change.

The ideal candidate will be approachable and friendly, demonstrating an enthusiasm for teaching and working with students.

A desire to learn new skills and explore new areas of expertise is highly valued.

Required Education and Experience

Required Education and Experience :

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program (or foreign equivalent); another graduate degree and relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience providing general and in-depth research and / or instructional services.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Competencies :

• Ability to communicate effectively with users at all levels of expertise across disciplines
• Projects an approachable and customer service-oriented attitude
• Ability to collaborate effectively and work on teams
• Ability to effectively and efficiently learn new resources

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years experience working in academic libraries
• Experience and / or training in conducting Systematic Reviews
• 2+ years experience in bibliographic instruction
• Experience in developing and producing online tutorials
• Experience as a liaison or academic training in the social, behavioral, or health sciences

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

To apply, please visit : https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 174017

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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