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Job Description

The University of Colorado at Boulder Libraries invites applications from innovative and enthusiastic service-oriented professionals for the position of Social Sciences Research & Instruction Librarian. The Social Sciences Research & Instruction Librarian is a one-year faculty position reporting to the Faculty Director of Social Sciences. Duties include general and specialized reference in the social sciences with an emphasis on education; virtual reference; instruction services and classroom teaching as part of an active library instruction program; and selecting library materials and managing collections in one or more social sciences disciplines. This position serves as liaison and assumes primary responsibility for providing advanced research assistance and information literacy instruction to students and faculty in the School of Education and one or more additional assigned academic departments. The Social Sciences Librarian supports the integration of new technologies into the Social Sciences Department and actively participates in departmental policy planning and delivery of services.

Appointment and Salary:  The successful candidate will be appointed as a temporary, full-time lecturer at an annual salary of $41,000.  This is a one-year appointment.  Benefits include eligibility for the University group health care plan.  This is a temporary position without funding to support relocation.

Additional Info & Requirements

Position Requirements:  Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school; undergraduate or graduate degree in the social sciences or equivalent experience; coursework and/or experience in providing reference for the social sciences; coursework and/or experience with library instruction or teaching; awareness of relevant information technologies; demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively; strong interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; potential for research, scholarly work, and/or professional achievement.

Desirable Qualifications:  One-two years of experience in an academic library; experience in collection development; experience employing quantitative or qualitative research methodologies in the social sciences; understanding of data manipulation technologies; record of research or professional service at the national level.

HR Info

Application Process:  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  It is recommended that applications be submitted by June 1, 2014 in order to receive full consideration.  Application must be made online at http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/82205and must include a letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position; CV or resume; and names with postal addresses, email, and telephone numbers of three references.  Questions may be directed to Dylan Wiersma, Search Coordinator, at Dylan.Wiersma@Colorado.EDU. 

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin.  The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce.  We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.   Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada@colorado.edu.  In addition, the University of Colorado Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.  To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.  Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.