Academic Librarian

Job Summary:

The Special Collections Department at Milner Library is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant/Associate Professor to join our team. As a key member of our department, you will be responsible for conducting instructional sessions with ISU faculty and staff, teaching students in multiple programs of study, coordinating outreach and programming, and providing reference and research assistance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct instructional sessions with ISU faculty and staff on the use and interpretation of materials held in the Special Collections Department
• Teach students in multiple programs of study, including courses on special collections librarianship and research methods
• Coordinate outreach and programming efforts to promote the Special Collections Department and its resources
• Provide reference and research assistance to students, faculty, and staff
• Participate in library, university, and professional service and governance as appropriate

Requirements:

• Advanced degree from an American Library Association accredited graduate program or an ALA-recognized international equivalent
• Excellent oral, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with or coursework in special collections librarianship
• Experience providing teaching or training
• Interest in and willingness to learn about circus, children's books, and other topical areas well-represented in Milner Library's Special Collections

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years' experience in the special collections area of an academic library
• Experience supporting the digital humanities/scholarship projects of others or conducting them personally
• Experience planning, curating, and installing exhibits
• Experience engaging users via social media, print literature, and digital projects
• Experience creating metadata, finding aids, indexes, bibliographies, or other tools to aid scholars in accessing materials

What We Offer:

The salary for this position starts at $68,000 (minimum) and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. We also offer 24 vacation days and 11 paid holidays per year.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter, C.V. or resume, and at least three professional references with email addresses and phone numbers. Please note that these documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process.

Contact Information:

For full consideration, please apply by October 14, 2024. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Rachel Scott at rescot2@ilstu.edu.