RIT Libraries in Rochester, NY, is searching for a Digital Scholarship Data Librarian. Reporting to the Metadata and Digital Scholarship Services Manager, the Digital Scholarship Data Librarian works with Digital Scholarship staff and student employees to help faculty and students build competencies in digital scholarship tools and applications. The position manages the new Digital Scholarship Studio, piloting workshops and programming, and actively engaging with faculty to integrate digital scholarship technologies in their research and teaching. The Data Librarian will also provide expertise on best practices for data management to help with the research lifecycle and to meet grant and external funding requirements.

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Data Services Analyst (Tenure Track)

Stony Brook University: Provost Office: Library
Location: Stony Brook
Open Date: Jul 24, 2026
Deadline: Aug 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

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Description
Responsibilities & Requirements:
Reporting to the Director of the Health Sciences Library, the Data Services Analyst Provide will provide research data management training and consultations to School of Medicine faculty, students, and researchers, as well as individuals from other departments; assist with the development and review of Data Management and Sharing Plans (DMSPs) in compliance with funder requirements, including policies from the National Institutes of Health and other federal funding agencies; and support researchers with data management, and emerging technologies throughout the research lifecycle; and deliver instruction and workshops on researcher tools and scholarly infrastructure such as ORCID and SciENcv, as well as emerging tools incorporating AI to support literature discovery and clinical inquiry, research workflows, and grant preparation. Provide guidance on responsible and effective use of AI-enabled research tools, including issues related to research integrity, data privacy, and reproducibility; advise on data organization, documentation, metadata standards, repository selection, and data sharing practices; develop guides and instructional materials to support research workflows; collaborate with research computing, biomedical informatics, library digital services and other institutional partners to support evolving research technologies and services; and provide research consultations, literature searching support, and instruction as needed. While research data management is an important component of the role, the position extends beyond data management to provide comprehensive support for researchers throughout the research lifecycle.
Responsibilities Include:
• Provide research data management training and one-on-one consultations to faculty, students, and researchers in the School of Medicine and other areas
• Assist in developing and reviewing Data Management and Sharing Plans (DMSPs) to meet funder requirements, including those from the National Institutes of Health and other federal, state, private, and other research funding agencies
• Provide consultations on data workflows, tools, and technologies to support research, teaching, learning, and institutional needs.
• Deliver instruction and workshops on researcher tools and scholarly infrastructure
• Teach and support the use of emerging tools, including AI-enabled platforms for literature discovery, clinical inquiry, research workflows, and grant preparation
• Provide guidance on the responsible and effective use of AI tools, including research integrity, data privacy, and reproducibility considerations
• Advise researchers on data organization, documentation, metadata standards, repository selection (generalist or specialized), and data-sharing best practices; assist with data discovery.
• Develop research guides, documentation, and instructional materials to support research workflows
• Collaborate with research computing, biomedical informatics, the Research and Innovation Office, library digital services, and other institutional, SUNY, national, and international partners to support evolving research technologies and services.
• Provide research consultations and expert literature searching support.
• Participates in library, campus, national, and international professional committees.
• Contributes to the field through research, presentations, and scholarship.
• Identify opportunities to develop and implement new services that advance the mission of the libraries.
About the Libraries:
The University Libraries are an essential partner in Stony Brook University’s mission of global leadership in research, discovery, and learning, positioning ourselves as the hub of collaboration, digital innovation, open scholarship, and creativity. We provide the best possible access to a wide range of resources in multiple formats and world-renowned special collections and actively contribute to student success and faculty productivity through teaching and research services in alignment with the University’s strategic priorities. Our strategic vision is to embrace innovation and AI as key components in achieving our goals. As the largest academic research library on Long Island, the Libraries serve as a vital resource for regional and global communities.The Libraries’ strategic plan can be found here.

The University Libraries play a vital role in advancing the University's mission through outstanding collections, services, outreach, and learning environments that support the success of all members of our academic community. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and collaborative workplace where a broad range of perspectives, experiences, and talents strengthens our work. We seek candidates who demonstrate empathy, professionalism, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues, students, and the communities we serve.

Special Notes:
This is an FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible. **Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to guarantee consideration, please apply before 8/23/2026.
Salary: salary $80,500 plus $4,000 location
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or send an email.

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Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Relevant Master’s or advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher) with a combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• At least one year of experience working in an academic, health sciences or research environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with emerging learning and research technologies, as well as information retrieval.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Additional degree(s) in a relevant field
• Experience with providing research data services.
• Record of professional activities, including scholarly activities, presentations, or engagement in professional organizations to achieve tenure requirements.
• Experience designing and delivering instruction.
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to apply artificial intelligence and other evolving digital tools to enhance research, teaching, and scholarly activities, with a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning.
It's rare for anyone to fulfill every criterion perfectly; we strongly encourage you to apply if your experience and skills align well with the qualifications mentioned.

Application Instructions:
All application materials must be submitted online. Apply here.
• Application letter describing your qualifications, relevant experience, and your approach to fostering a collaborative, respectful, and supportive academic environment.
• Curriculum vitae.
• 3 references (contact information only). References will only be contacted for the finalist.
For questions regarding this position, please contact search committee chair Jessica Koos.

Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please get in touch with the Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.
Stony Brook University is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is safe, accessible, and free of all forms of discrimination, sexual misconduct, or research misconduct, among other infractions. In support of this commitment, certain candidates for employment will be required to disclose such employment-related misconduct findings and pending investigations or proceedings, and final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions will authorize their current and previous employer(s) from the last seven (7) years to disclose such information to the University. Employment is contingent on your full and complete disclosure on these matters. In the event that you fail to disclose any such matter or in the event of an unsatisfactory outcome of the disclosure and review process, an offer of employment may be revoked at SBU's sole discretion. If SBU becomes aware of a failure to disclose or misrepresentation of any such matter after your employment commences, you may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

HGSE’s Monroe C. Gutman Library seeks a collaborative, user-centered Collections Librarian to develop, steward, and promote the Library’s general collections to support the research, teaching, and learning needs of the HGSE community.

Reporting to Gutman Library’s Senior Associate Director, the incumbent brings deep expertise in education and the behavioral sciences subject areas and aligns collection activities to meet curricular needs, faculty and student scholarship, school research initiatives, and evolving disciplinary trends.

The Librarian collaborates closely with several teams in Gutman Library and coordinates regularly with Harvard Library service units and peers in other campus libraries.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

Collection Development (50%)

Develops collection strategies to support curricular needs, faculty scholarship, school research initiatives, evolving disciplinary trends, and open scholarship initiatives.
Manages and reviews collection expenditures, including unrestricted, endowed, and gift funds, in collaboration with Gutman Library leadership. Works with HGSE Finance, and Harvard Library Finance on reporting and financial workflows. May include donor communication.
Coordinates purchasing workflows and fund management for education liaison librarians with program- or subject-based selecting responsibilities.
Collaborates with the Special Collections Librarian & Archivist and Special Collections Team on purchasing workflows and policies, managing in-kind gifts (including those from faculty retirements), and coordinating the periodic transfer of materials from the general collections into Special Collections or the Harvard University Archives.
Represents HGSE and Gutman Library at Harvard Library’s Shared Harvard E-Resources (SHAER) meetings and participates in other collaborative and coordinated collection development activities across Harvard Library.
Ensures acquired resources are easily discoverable and, for e-resources, compliant with university accessibility and access/authentication requirements. Coordinates description updates or enhancements with the Education Metadata Librarian and troubleshoots access issues with the Harvard Library E-Resources Unit or Library Technology Services as needed.
Assesses the collection to inform purchasing, licensing, renewal, and withdrawal decisions. Leverages evidence-based reporting techniques, available user or collections data, and explores new and emerging tools, trends, and techniques, including GenAI, to support assessment.
Coordinates database/e-resource trial and renewal assessments with rotating members of the Gutman Library Research, Teaching, and Learning Team.
Supports promotion of new resources and thematic collection displays led by the Gutman Library Communications and Administration Coordinator and the Communications Committee.
Coordinates with Harvard Library Imaging Services on strategic digitization projects and over-the-counter digitization workflows. Projects will be determined and prioritized internally with members of the Special Collections Team.
May hire and supervise staff and student assistants.
Collection Management and Access (20%)

Leads the Collection Management & Access Team, ensuring CMA Team goals and priorities are met. The team primarily focuses on physical collection projects (e.g., shifts, weeds, transfers, etc.), process improvement, and documenting activities for Harvard Library supported acquisition to access workflows (e.g., acquisitions, cataloging, end processing, mending, binding, and stacks management). This includes liaising regularly with the following central Harvard Library units: ITS, Preservation, Access.
Sets team priorities and project goals and objectives with the Education Metadata Librarian and consults Access Services staff.
Participates in Collections Emergency Planning activities for Gutman Library.
Course Materials Administration (20%)

Sets policy for Gutman Library’s course materials purchasing and fulfillment activities, ensuring alignment with HGSE and Harvard Library priorities and policies.
Builds and maintains strong working relationships with HGSE units involved in course administration, setup, and delivery (e.g., Faculty Support Services, Teaching and Learning Lab, Registrar, IT), including providing training, communicating changes and policies, and collaboratively troubleshooting issues.
Participates in processing course materials requests, including courses with unique set ups and specially licensed content; provides additional support during peak periods.
Serves as an escalation point for complex or high impact issues related to course materials workflows, copyright and fair use, digital accessibility, student accommodation, and other specialized course needs.
Leads continuous improvement by reviewing workflows and assessment data (e.g., usage, turnaround times, collection gaps), recommending changes to Gutman Library practices and Harvard partners, and identifying opportunities to shift faculty toward open and more affordable educational materials in collaboration with the Open Education Research Librarian.
Other Duties (10%)

Participates in other Gutman Library functional or cross-functional teams as needed.
Serves as an active member of the Gutman Library Council.
Participates in HGSE staff committees or activities.
Participates in Harvard Library governance structure activities, such as committees, working groups, and discussion groups.
Engages in professional development, external service, and scholarly work.
Working Conditions

The position is based on site in Cambridge, MA.
There may be the opportunity for a flexible or hybrid work model compliant with Harvard University remote work policies.
May interact with collections that contain dust, mold, or other contaminants.
May encounter the need to lift 25-pound boxes, maneuver fully loaded book trucks, and perform tasks that involve lifting, reaching, grasping, stepping up and down, and kneeling.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

An M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited program.
Minimum of three years related experience, post-M.L.S.
Candidates wishing to be considered must submit a resume and cover letter.
Candidates advancing to the final round of interviews will be asked to visit campus for a series of meetings with colleagues and stakeholders and may be asked to prepare a presentation.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Three years of direct experience in collection development and assessment.
Experience with collection development and assessment activities in education and behavioral sciences subject areas and/or at doctoral, research-intensive institutions.
Evidence of a strong user-focus and service orientation and ability to work effectively with faculty, students, visiting scholars, library colleagues, and members of the public.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work in a team-based, “managing across,” environment.
Evidence of strong writing and communication skills, particularly related to technical and workflow documentation.
Commitment to professional development, such as ongoing acquisition of new skills or subject knowledge, and active engagement with professional organizations.
Ability to create and maintain a scholarly research agenda related to the position’s duties and responsibilities.
Experience in managing and planning with restricted, endowed, and gift funds and working with collection donors.
Experience with financial support of open access, open data, and open education collection initiatives.
Experience in negotiating licenses with data providers and vendors.
Working knowledge of library, learning management, reporting, and productivity systems, or equivalents, such as Alma, GOBI, Canvas, JIRA, Oracle.
Working knowledge of copyright, privacy, and confidentiality in the context of collection development, course materials, digitization and access in libraries, archives, and special collections.

Additional information

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): $90,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience.
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Pre-Employment Screening: Identity and Education

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IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.
Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Research and Teaching Services Department provides user-centered and pedagogically informed research and reference services and a comprehensive literacies (information, AI, data, media, etc.) teaching and learning program for the vibrant and diverse Montclair State University community. Through consultation, teaching, and outreach, the Department promotes and sustains excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship at all levels of the University. The Department Head provides professional leadership for the Research Services department and staff, including the coordination of a team of full- and part-time librarians who provide a range of research and reference services, online and in-person instruction classes, workshops, and research appointments.

This 12-month, tenure-track position has the concurrent academic rank of Associate Professor.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates department faculty and staff, including a team of tenured and tenure-track librarians. Supervises department staff, adjuncts, and student workers. Responsible for overseeing information literacy and instruction, research and reference services, and scheduling classes and workshops.

Participates in Research Librarian responsibilities, including: teaching, reference services, research appointments, and library outreach as the liaison for one or more academic departments.

Leads assessment for areas of oversight and recommends departmental policies and procedures. Collects and analyzes user and other data; prepares reports for library leadership and other stakeholders.

Coordinates onboarding and mentoring for new department faculty and staff. Hires and coordinates the work of temporary and adjunct librarians.

Facilitates training for new librarians, most intensely during their first semester of work, with ongoing support through the tenure-track period.

Schedules and conducts regular meetings of the department.

Advises on departmental, library, and campus projects and issues. Promotes participation in interdepartmental and campus initiatives.

Works in partnership with the Bloomfield Campus Library on intercampus operations and initiatives.

Represents Research and Teaching Services on the Library Administrative Team, serving as the primary contact for Teaching and Research Services issues.

Works closely with the Dean, Associate Dean and other members of the Library Administrative Team on operational issues and strategic planning.

Serves on Library and University committees.

Participates in professional associations and contributes to the scholarship of the profession to ensure departmental activities and services align with emerging research and trends in the profession.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

RESEARCH AND TEACHING SERVICES

The Research and Teaching Services department supports the curricular and research needs of the university through teaching, research consultations, workshops, and reference services. In addition to liaising with academic departments and programs, librarians are directly involved with SEEDs, Montclair State University’s general education curriculum, where Educated Citizenry (critical information literacy) is a core value. Librarians work closely with the Bloomfield College Library to make the University Libraries hubs for student success, intellectual exploration, research, and community engagement.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

The University Libraries, composed of the Harry A. Sprague Library on the Montclair campus and Bloomfield College Library on the Bloomfield campus, are at the heart of the University experience, and the University’s growth brings tremendous opportunities. The libraries are committed to providing the best support system for student success and making scholarship more inclusive, accessible, and affordable. The libraries provide information resources, teaching, and instruction to enhance the teaching, research, cultural, and outreach services of the University by developing collections to support teaching and research to the doctoral level, by providing services utilizing the latest information technology, and by maintaining an accessible and efficient facility. The libraries provide diverse print and electronic resources to support students, staff, faculty, visiting scholars, community members and alumni.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Master’s Degree in Library Science (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited library school.

A minimum of five years of significant professional library experience (post M.L.S or equivalent degree) with responsibility in areas related to public services including reference, teaching and outreach.

A strong record of effective teaching and instructional design.

Experience in an academic or research library.

Familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education, critical pedagogy, and/or current information literacy teaching principles and practices.

Demonstrated leadership supporting employee professional development.

Demonstrated excellent communication skills with the ability to foster positive working relationships and build partnerships.

Experience leading collegial and productive teams.

A record of professional service and scholarly activity.

Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated commitment to supporting learning for all students.

PREFERRED:

Second Master’s degree in an academic discipline.

Experience providing liaison services (including collection development).

Experience creating online learning objects/materials and teaching online.

Familiarity with Springshare products.

Fluency in a second language, Spanish preferred.


STARTING DATE

August 8, 2026


REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Cover letter and curriculum vitae


APPLY BY: The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$106,300.00-$161,900.00 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit this website. 

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department:
Library Administration

Position Type

Librarians

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or send an email.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website.


Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit this website.

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why Work at Harvard Library?

At Harvard Library, we are champions of curiosity. We aim to be global leaders in expanding world knowledge and intellectual exploration. We engage with our communities in the creation and sharing of new knowledge, connecting them with the vast collections that we curate and steward through collaborations around the world. At its core, our mission for nearly four centuries has been to advance the learning, research, and pursuit of truth that are at the heart of Harvard. Our efforts are motivated and powered by working collaboratively, embracingdiverse perspectives, championing access, aiming for the extraordinary, and always leading with curiosity.


Job Description

**Although the position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of the day on Friday, July 31, 2026.**

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Discovery and Access, the Director of Information & Technical Services will lead the Information & Technical Services (ITS) department of the Harvard Library. The Director will oversee the operational management of staff, functions, and operations of ITS and will provide strategic direction to the departments sections (monographic acquisitions, e-resources & serials acquisitions and management, metadata creation, and metadata management), as well as provide vision and leadership for Harvard Library initiatives within their purview.

The Director serves as a trusted advisor for library leaders making policy-level decisions and sets priorities in ordering, scoping, metadata processing, creation, and management, licensing, project planning, and strategy in all these areas for ITS. This position is responsible for the overall administration and coordination of work and for establishing and implementing technical services policies, standards, and procedures. The Information & Technical Services department has 99+ staff in multiple locations and an annual operations budget of approximately $14.9 million. The Director serves as an active member of the Harvard Library Leadership Team and the Discovery and Access Leads Team.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Director of ITS will:

Strategic Leadership, Management, and Planning:

Lead the stewardship, growth and impact of Harvard Librarys Information & Technical Services department.
Provide vision and strategic direction for technical services operations and priorities across all the sections in ITS.
Lead, manage, coach, and guide ITS senior managers and coordinate ITS operations and workflows aligned with Harvard Librarys and ITS departments strategic priorities.
Manage, understand, integrate, and oversee the functional operations of the ITS sections, with a systems-level perspective that recognizes and understands interdependencies across all four sections to ensures cohesive, aligned service delivery, operations, projects, and workflows.
Provide strategic leadership and informed guidance to section heads by maintaining broad yet in-depth cross-functional knowledge across all the ITS sections, enabling effective coordination, prioritization, and decision-making in all areas of the department.
Leverage staff resources to meet strategic priorities within financial constraints.
Formulate policies for the administration of technical services activities.
Promote and facilitate coordinated technical services across the Harvard Library; ensure programmatic integrity and cooperative planning that strengthen access to the collections.
Ensure that the work of ITS addresses identified user needs of the Harvard affiliates and community.
Demonstrate accountability and creativity in building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and foster an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.
Serve as a member of the Discovery and Access Leads Team focused on integrating services across the portfolio to enhance delivery of content to users.
Encourage the exchange of metadata and electronic resources standards, workflows, and policies with external partners to broaden the impact of Harvard Library in the global knowledge community.
Contribute to Library-wide planning and to all initiatives that advance the Librarys strategic priorities.
Foster a creative and innovative approach to the accomplishment of strategic goals and programs.
Ensure regular reviews of best practices through technology watches and research; undertake continuous improvement of user-focused services.
Work with colleagues to agreed levels of service and ensure that agreed standards of technical services are provided.
Actively support and lead (as appropriate) tactics in the Harvard Library Multi Year Goals and Objectives focused on areas related to technical services.
Resource Management

Inspire and oversee user-centered technical services operations and delivery of services across a large, distributed library system through management of a diverse workforce and a complex budget.
Lead functional managers through review and identification of discrete work processes, change management and initiatives that enhance technical services.
Build and develop critical capabilities throughout the organization through strategic hiring, staff development, and talent management.
Foster an environment that promotes accountability, high performance, staff engagement and diversity through a sense of purpose and spirit of cooperation; set standards of excellence that inspire and motivate.
Define and develop Harvards role in training and development of the profession to advance library technical services related to metadata processing and creation, electronic resources, monographic and serials acquisitions.
Collaboration and Outreach

Recommend policy, service, financial and contractual commitments for Harvard Library (within scope) to participate in national and international programs; monitor current participation and recommend future participation in relevant collaborative initiatives
Build and promote library-wide collaborations that meet service needs through active engagement with colleagues across the Harvard Library system
Coordinate with stakeholders among the faculty and research communities
Represent the Harvard Library in regional, national, and international associations

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Masters degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program, or a related field.
Minimum of five years of directly related experience in technical services area and academic libraries.
Minimum 3 years of experience leading and managing librarians and/or staff.
Experience managing complex budgets.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Demonstrable experience leading progressive initiatives with integrated library systems, bibliographic utilities, metadata schema, resource management, etc.
Track record in leading high-performing teams and in spear-heading transformational change
Demonstrated ability to manage staff in a hybrid work environment.
Ability to identify strategic priorities and to lead, preferably with experience from within a large
academic research library.
Demonstrated innovation, initiative, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
Ability to monitor multiple projects that engage a range of partners.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence, persuade and promote the organizations work internally and externally.

Additional Information

The position is based on-site in Cambridge, MA. There may be an opportunity for a hybrid work model compliant with Harvard University policies.

Work location is responsive and subject to change based on business needs. Requests for flexibility will be considered consistent with Harvard University flexwork policies.


Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is typically performed in an office setting within a university environment.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The role frequently involves attending in-person and virtual meetings, presentations, and events, including moving between buildings on campus.
The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via electronic communication.
Occasional lifting and moving of materials (such as files, library materials, or equipment) up to 1520 pounds may be required.
Other Information:

This position has a 90-day orientation and review period.
Pre-Employment screening required.
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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the Universitys Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 060. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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The Head of Access Services/Assistant Librarian I is a supervisory position which leads and provides strategic vision for all aspects of the Access Services Department, including the Library Service Desk, circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan, and stacks management. This position prioritizes customer service, and collaborates closely with Information Technology Services (ITS) especially to ensure the success of the co-located Library Service Desk and ITS Help Desk.

Head of Access Services/Assistant Librarian I

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time, In-Person. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Supervisor: Director of Research & Engagement

Position Purpose:

The Head of Access Services/Assistant Librarian I is a supervisory position which supports a seamless experience for Library users, provides strategic visioning that anticipates changing physical and digital access needs, and supports the operational functions of the Access Services Department: Circulation, Course Reserves, Interlibrary Loan, Stacks Management, and staffing the Library Service Desk to ensure patrons have access to the physical space and its resources throughout the year (including late night hours, 24/7 final exam periods, holidays when classes are in session, and during inclement weather). This position collaborates closely with Information Technology Services (ITS) especially to ensure the success of the co-located Library Service Desk and ITS Help Desk.

With a commitment to prioritizing excellent customer service and strong problem-solving and communication skills, the Head of Access Services Librarian documents and updates policies and practices, communicates service changes broadly with colleagues and Library users, leads efforts to assess Access Services, and develops and implements innovative services that meet users’ emerging needs.

As a member of the Research & Engagement Division, the Head of Access Services Librarian contributes to, and provides leadership in, Division and library-wide initiatives, coordinates with other Research & Engagement Librarians to facilitate access to library resources, and collaborates with members of the Content & Digital Library Systems Division on projects such as withdrawals, shifts, and configuring our library services platform (Alma). The Head of Access Services Librarian also participates in Research & Engagement initiatives including reference, instruction, and outreach in coordination with the Director of Research & Engagement.

The successful candidate is expected to pursue a focused program of professional development, scholarly activity, and service as described in the Union College Faculty Manual Section II.VI and Appendix V. https://www.union.edu/academic-affairs/faculty-governance-committees/union-college-faculty-manual

For full consideration, please submit a current CV and a cover letter which addresses the qualifications of this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Library Services Management: Assesses, revises, manages, and documents the services, policies, and workflows of Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Stacks Management, Course Reserves, and document delivery services. Develops and implements services and policies for emerging access needs for research and course materials, with knowledge of copyright practices and consortia resource sharing. Partners with the Collection Development Librarian to develop and document workflows in support of faculty course material needs, including media digitization and course reserves. Collaborates with Research & Engagement Librarians to provide seamless patron support and communicates broadly with faculty about Library services and policies. Responsible for staffing the library to coincide with the academic calendar, including inclement weather days and holidays occurring when classes are in session. Liaises with local, regional, and national library consortia.
• Staff Management and Development: Develops, supervises, evaluates, and hires a diverse group of library employees (4 FTE) to ensure high quality of user experience. Implements collection and reporting of transaction data. Supports the Library Service Desk Manager as a second level supervisor for one staff member and student employees.
• Library Technology & Client Services (ITS): Collaborates with Library colleagues, individually and through cross-functional teams, to improve the discovery and access to physical and digital collections with a focus on user experience, including streamlining Alma, Primo, and Coordinated Collections partnerships and workflows. Partner with Union College’s Information Technology Services (ITS) to provide integrated services relating to Library Service Desk operations, Learning Commons technology, technical support for student computing, and circulating equipment.
• Customer Service and Relationship-building: Interprets policies and provides excellent customer service at the Library Service desk, and is available to work some weekend and evening hours to staff the Library and attend Library events as needed. Contributes to campus committees and attends campus events to cultivate relationships supporting the Library’s mission to enrich the overall academic experience. Participates in Research & Engagement Division initiatives including reference, instruction, and outreach in coordination with the Director of Research & Engagement.
• Professional Development, Scholarship, and Service: Actively pursues a program of professional development, scholarly activity, and service to meet requirements of the position and promotion. Stays current and up to date on trends in access services and related areas.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited program with a minimum of three years of experience in academic libraries with a focus on access services and supervision, or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of contemporary theories, models, and best practices related to access services.
• 1-3 years of project management and supervisory experience with a demonstrated track record of effectively leading and guiding teams to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Experience with Integrated Library Systems (Alma preferred) and Interlibrary Loan Systems (ILLiad preferred).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, and a patron-centered approach to librarianship.
• Ability to build, and to be an effective member of, various library teams and work groups.
• The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.
• Must be safety conscious and committed to promoting the value of diversity and student success.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $68,000 to $70,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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The Library Service Desk Manager is a supervisory position which manages the daily operations of the Library Service Desk, co-located with the Information Technology Services (ITS) Help Desk. This includes staffing the Library Service Desk to ensure that patrons have access to and maintenance of the physical space and its resources throughout the year (including nights & weekends, late night hours, 24/7 final exam periods, holidays when classes are in session, and during inclement weather), and coordinating functions of the Access Services Department of Schaffer Library.

Pay Status and Classification: Non-Exempt, Regular Full-time; This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Supervisor: Head of Access Services Librarian

Work location: In-Person, on-site

Position Purpose:

The Library Service Desk Manager is a supervisory position which manages the daily operations of the Library Service Desk, co-located with the Information Technology Services (ITS) Help Desk. This includes staffing the Library Service Desk to ensure that patrons have access to and maintenance of the physical space and its resources throughout the year (including nights & weekends, late night hours, 24/7 final exam periods, holidays when classes are in session, and during inclement weather), and coordinating functions of the Access Services Department of Schaffer Library.

With a commitment to prioritizing excellent customer service and strong problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking skills, the Library Service Desk Manager liaises with ITS Help Desk staff, faculty, and staff outside of the Library as needed to ensure student access to relevant resources, engages with students to help them navigate Library systems, and is a member of Library working groups relevant to their essential duties. This position is responsible for documenting and, with the support of the Head of Access Services, evaluating practices related to the Library Service Desk.

For full consideration, please submit a current résumé or CV, and a cover letter which addresses the qualifications of this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Supervision & Management: Supervises one full-time staff member and all Access Services student employees, which includes hiring, training, scheduling, setting expectations and holding employees accountable to these expectations. Ensures consistent coverage of the Library Service Desk and effectively trains employees to be proficient in tasks spanning circulation and course reserves functions. Regularly meets with reports and conducts annual performance plans.
• Access Services Administration: Staffs the Library Service Desk, answers patron questions and refers for additional research support as needed, explains Library policies, and handles problems and complaints as needed. Manages the circulation, course reserves, and loanable technology aspects of the Access Services Department. This includes developing, reviewing, and revising policies, processes, and practices related to these core Access Services functions. Supports a culture of assessment by regularly pulling and reporting circulation data and communicating trends, issues, and ideas, especially to solve problems or improve efficiency. Coordinates systems that support equitable access to course-related materials and loanable technology. Coordinates and communicates issues with ITS Help Desk as appropriate.
• Collaboration and Relationship-building: Interprets policies and provides excellent customer service at the Library Service Desk. Participates in groups and collaborations which are directly related to essential responsibilities. Communicates with ITS Help Desk staff, faculty, and staff outside of the Library in order to provide access to Library resources and support a high-quality educational experience for students. Regularly communicates with, updates, and collaborates with members of the Research & Engagement Division.
• Library Building Support: Assists with maintaining physical library services by communicating with housekeeping staff about any issues, conducting regular building checks to identify broken furniture and building problems, and placing work orders with Facilities staff. Support events and building related projects as needed. Fulfill administrative responsibilities such as managing keys, ordering supplies, and coordinating the contract with an outside security vendor during 24/7 library hour periods, and handling occasional cash deposits.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree required and 1-3 years of supervisory or managerial experience, preferably with 1-3 years of library experience or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, or work experience
• Strong problem-solving, customer service, and organizational skills, including effective decision-making, managing multiple projects, and exercising sound judgment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including effective written communication skills
• Must be flexible and available to cover Library Service Desk shifts, and adapt to fluctuations in the academic calendar or work schedule
• Must be safety conscious and able to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals

Compensation:

The rate for this position is $26.00-$28.00 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

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Are you someone with an interest in designing instruction which will optimize how we learn in an AI-infused world? If so, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity at Cornell University Library.

The Teaching & Learning department is seeking applications for an AI Literacy Librarian (Assistant Librarian / entry level rank).

The Opportunity: The AI Literacy Librarian will collaborate with librarians and faculty to design instruction, outreach, and assessment which will promote baseline critical thinking around the use, evaluation, and ethics of AI. The successful candidate will also serve as a lead partner for the library’s in-house professional development efforts concerning AI and related digital tools. This role is a primarily creative, collaborative, and strategic one, perfect for information professionals with a strong interest in contributing to undergraduate learning.

Reporting to the Head of Teaching and Learning, the AI Literacy Librarian will help to grow a new department. The Teaching and Learning unit will champion the integration of multiple literacies across the curriculum, foster pedagogical innovation, and lead efforts to assess the impact of undergraduate educational initiatives. This work will be developed in close collaboration with the Head of Teaching and Learning, and this librarian will receive various forms of mentorship and training as part of an organizational culture dedicated to professional growth.

Librarians at Cornell University hold academic appointments as Research, Teaching, and Extension faculty. The incumbent must meet Cornell University Library requirements for Research, Teaching, and Extension (RTE) faculty promotion and reappointment through engagement in service and scholarship activities.

Candidate Profile:

• A master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline;
• Up to three years of relevant professional experience in higher education or librarianship; recent graduates and candidates with equivalent education/experience, including those pursuing a career transition, are encouraged to apply;
• Formal training and/or experience with the design and delivery of instruction;
• Demonstrated interest in critical thinking about the use of AI tools and its impacts on the research and learning process;
• Demonstrated ability to continuously learn new skills, technologies, and methods and to apply those to your work;
• Proven ability to foster positive work relationships and to collaborate in a team environment;
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to fostering learning, research, service and/or outreach in a diverse community

Additionally, we would prefer any of the following:

• Experience collaborating with librarians and/or faculty to design instruction featuring emergent technologies and literacies;
• Demonstrated experience in assessing instructional effectiveness and / or student learning;
• Emerging commitment to scholarship and professional relationships / service.

Work Location:

This position is located in Ithaca, New York, with the potential to enter into a flexible work arrangement consistent with university policies. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke, or terminate a flexible work arrangement at any time.

The New York convenience of employer guidelines requires New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.

How to Apply: 

All candidates must apply online via the Cornell Careers site: See job requisition WDR-00059366. For full consideration, please include the following with your application:

A cover letter that addresses your interests and experience related to these positions.

A Curriculum Vitae.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a viable pool of applicants is identified; early submission is strongly encouraged. Although we prefer to receive your application as one, multi-page pdf document, we will accept multiple documents in other formats.

We anticipate filling this position at the academic rank of Assistant Librarian. The anticipated salary range is $67,500-$77,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Based on Cornell’s internal procedures and ranking structure, an Assistant Librarian is an early career/entry level role. Individuals at this rank typically have less than three years of experience in a relevant professional appointment.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, university retirement contributions, childcare and adoption assistance, and child tuition reimbursement. Funding is available to support professional training and research.

Relocation assistance may be provided.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Consistent with Cornell’s practice, appointment to academic positions require candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct.

About Us: Cornell University is an innovative institution and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff imparts an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contributes creative ideas to further the University's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell’s main campus in Ithaca, New York sits on 2,300 acres in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Ithaca offers a wealth of arts, culture, and outdoor activities while maintaining an eclectic college-town feel. The city has been named one of the top 100 places to live, a top 10 recreation city, a best green place to live, and one of the ""foodiest"" towns in America. Cornell's global presence includes the Weill Cornell medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

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Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

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SUNY Broome Community College has an immediate opening for an in-person, full-time, 12- month, Assistant Librarian (Systems Librarian) in the Cecil C. Tyrrell Library to support the library's technology infrastructure, oversee the technology help desk, and contribute to student success through liaison work and information literacy instruction. The Assistant Librarian (Systems Librarian) manages core library systems, supports digital access, and partners with faculty and staff to strengthen research, instruction, and outreach across the college. This position also serves as a liaison to assigned academic departments, helping connect students and faculty with library services, resources, and instructional support.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and maintain the integrated library system, discovery tools, authentication systems, and other core library technologies.
• Oversees, in collaboration with ITS, the technology help desk, including supervision of help desk workflows, user support, issue triage, and escalation of technical problems.
• Develop and coordinate in collaboration with ITS an internship or co-op program for technology help desk students, including onboarding, training, mentoring, and performance support.
• Troubleshoot access and functionality issues involving library platforms, online resources, and related systems.
• Collaborate with IT staff and campus partners to ensure reliable, secure, and accessible library services.
• Serve as liaison to assigned academic departments or programs, building relationships with faculty and supporting curricular needs.
• Plan, teach, and assess information literacy instruction for credit-bearing classes, workshops, and other learning contexts.
• Develop online instructional materials, research guides, tutorials, and other learning objects.
• Support faculty in integrating library resources, research skills, and information literacy outcomes into coursework.
• Analyze system usage, gather feedback, and recommend improvements to enhance services and user experience.
• Provide reference and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff as needed.
• Contribute to assessment, reporting, committee work, and professional development activities.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Three (3) years of experience managing library systems, electronic resources, or related library technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to teach information literacy or library research skills in a classroom or one-on-one setting.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students in a diverse community college environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the Ex Libris ALMA and Primo platforms.
• Experience serving as a liaison librarian or working closely with academic departments.
• Familiarity with learning management systems, LibGuides, authentication tools, or online instructional design.
• Experience supervising or coordinating a technology help desk.
• Experience developing student employment, internship, or co-op programs.
• Experience assessing instruction, services, or technology use.
• Knowledge of current trends in academic libraries, digital learning, and student success initiatives.

Additional Information:

This is an in-person position with a standard workweek of Monday through Friday.

The minimum salary for this position is $69,821. The annual salary will increase to $71,881 as of September 1, 2026. Salary offer commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions:

For best consideration, application materials must be received no later than Friday, June 19, 2026.

SUNY Broome will continue to accept and review applications until the position is filled.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references to: www1.sunybroome.edu/about/employment/

Research and Instruction Law Librarian - Hiring Two (Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853)

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The Cornell University Law Library invites applications for two Research and Instruction Law Librarian positions targeting early career professionals (Assistant Librarian rank). Both positions offer growth and leadership opportunities, particularly in legal research, reference, and instruction services. These roles offer dynamic opportunities to shape legal research instruction and support faculty scholarship in a top-tier law library environment.

The Research and Instruction Law Librarians will deliver expert legal research instruction, as well as legal research and reference services. Their work will reflect and anticipate rapid changes in the legal landscape. They will prioritize the preparation of law school graduates for success on the bar and for roles in U.S. and global legal practice and academic pursuits. They will also assist faculty with their empirical and traditional legal research, using advanced legal and academic research technologies.

Librarians at Cornell University hold academic appointments as Research, Teaching, and Extension (RTE) faculty and must meet Cornell University Library requirements for promotion and reappointment.

The Research and Instruction Law Librarians will have the following essential areas of responsibility:

Legal Research, Reference & Instruction
• Provide expert reference services and in-depth research consultations.
• Deliver workshops, presentations, and embedded classroom instruction.
• Develop legal research guides and promote critical legal information literacy.
• Support faculty with legal research tools, including AI and emerging technologies.

Curricular Instruction
• Teach legal research in the 1L Lawyering course and the LLM Principles of American Legal Research and Writing course.
• Design curricula, create instructional materials, and assess student learning.
• Prepare students for clinical work, legal practice, and the NextGen Bar Exam.

Advanced Legal Research Course Responsibilities
• Design and teach advanced legal research courses (e.g., FCIL, business law, legal tech).
• Develop learning outcomes and assessments as instructor of record.

Service & Professional Development
• Engage in outreach, orientation, and committee work across Cornell Law School and University Library.
• Contribute to professional conferences, publications, and collaborative initiatives.

Candidate Profile:
• JD from an ABA-accredited program or equivalent; or combination of legal research competencies such as are normally gained through a JD program.
• Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution; or academic law librarianship skills equivalent to those expected to be acquired from professional experience in an academic law setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and teach US legal research using US legal information databases and print resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge about current pedagogical approaches to legal research curricular development and teaching, such as topical, programmatic, or advanced legal research courses in a law school or legal education, librarianship, or another relevant accredited program.
• Adept at working constructively in an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and openness to diverse perspectives in areas of assigned responsibility and as part of teams led by others.
• Effective and inclusive communication skills, both orally and in writing, with colleagues and with students and faculty. 
• Ability to initiate, develop, manage, and assess projects and programs in collaboration with others, in alignment with organizational priorities and with a willingness to adapt as priorities shift.

Additionally, we would prefer any of the following:
• Demonstrated knowledge about one or more of Tribal Law, Federal Indian Law, and Indigenous law research; New York legal research; Business Legal Research, and Foreign, Comparative, and International Legal Research.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, and maintain subject-specific research guides for use as research and instructional tools.
• Familiarity with bar preparation or bar examinations in any jurisdiction.

Work Location:
This position is located in Ithaca, New York, with the potential to enter into a flexible work arrangement consistent with university policies. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke, or terminate a flexible work arrangement at any time.

The New York convenience of employer guidelines requires New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.

How to Apply: 
All candidates must apply online via the Cornell Careers site: see job requisition WDR-00058871. For full consideration, please include the following with your application:

1. A cover letter that addresses your interests and experience related to these positions.
2. A Curriculum Vitae.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a viable pool of applicants is identified; early submission is strongly encouraged. Although we prefer to receive your application as one, multi-page pdf document, we will accept multiple documents in other formats.
We anticipate filling these positions at the academic rank of Assistant Librarian. The anticipated salary range is $67,500-$77,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates may qualify for additional compensation.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, university retirement contributions, childcare and adoption assistance, and child tuition reimbursement. Funding is available to support professional training and research.

Relocation assistance may be provided.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Consistent with Cornell’s practice, appointment to academic positions require candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct.

About Us: The Cornell Law Library works as one cohesive unit within the Cornell University Library system and with deep integrations in Cornell Law School. We are an innovative law library focused on using our expertise to advance legal education, research, and scholarship in alignment with the mission of Cornell Law School; to advance the academic mission and values of Cornell University Library; and to expand the perspectives that inform academic law librarianship and legal education. We inform and further our priorities with reference to qualitative and quantitative data, consultation, planning, and teamwork. 

Cornell University Library promotes a culture of broad inquiry and supports the University’s mission to discover, preserve, and disseminate knowledge and creative expression. It engages with the ongoing transformations of society to deliver world-class physical and digital content and services critical to research, education, and outreach, now and in the future. The Library acts globally, supporting Cornell’s land grant mission in New York State and beyond, and builds partnerships within and outside the university. It invests in its staff, collections, and physical and virtual libraries. And, it serves as a neutral and trusted party supporting information access and scholarly communication.

Founded in 1887, Cornell Law School is a top-tier law school. We offer a 3-year JD program for about 200 students per class, a one-year LLM program for about 90 students from countries throughout the world, and a doctoral (JSD) program for about 2-3 new students per year. Cornell Law School has 41 tenured and tenure-track faculty, including 20 with chaired faculty positions; and 15 clinical professors in the legal research and writing program and in clinics at the local, national, and international level Cornell Law School is among the nation's most inclusive top law schools and has been since its founding. We believe the richest learning environment is one in which people from all backgrounds are encouraged to share their perspectives. Our faculty is consistently ranked among the top in the country for scholarly productivity and influence, and has pre-eminence in many areas, including quantitative and qualitative empirical legal studies, international and comparative law, and robust doctrinal scholarship in core fields. Our school is committed to being recognized as the leader among law schools at combining inspiring theoretical, doctrinal, and experiential teaching with cutting-edge scholarship in a supportive, intellectually rich community, so that our graduates can achieve excellence in all facets of the legal profession.

Cornell University is an innovative institution and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff imparts an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contributes creative ideas to further the University's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell’s main campus in Ithaca, New York sits on 2,300 acres in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Ithaca offers a wealth of arts, culture, and outdoor activities while maintaining an eclectic college-town feel. The city has been named one of the top 100 places to live, a top 10 recreation city, a best green place to live, and one of the "foodiest" towns in America. Cornell's global presence includes the Weill Cornell medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

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EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.