Science Librarian (Assistant Librarian

Science Librarian (Assistant Librarian) PI# 2060
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide general reference assistance, in person, by phone, and
by checking and responding to email reference questions.
* Work night and weekend shifts in rotation.
* Provide specialized research assistance/consultation services in
assigned subject areas.
* Keep abreast of key general reference tools, including both
subscription library databases and freely available web resources.
* Select materials in all formats, and manage the allocations for
assigned subject areas.
* Serve as liaison for faculty in those assigned academic departments.
* Create and maintain subject web pages in assigned areas.
* Teach information literacy classes to students and faculty in
assigned subject area(s).
* Provide instruction to freshman-level students in various
disciplines, as needed.

The librarian is also expected to participate in and contribute to the
work of internal committees and working groups as required, and to
meet the library's requirements for promotion and tenure.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA-accredited master's degree in Library
Science; demonstrated teaching ability; strong communication and
interpersonal skills; familiarity with information technology and
research tools in an academic library environment, including web-based
instructional technology; ability to work collegially and productively
with diverse groups in an urban academic setting; ability to adapt to
rapidly changing technologies and environments.
Preferred: Degree in a science discipline, and/or experience in
science reference, collection development, and instruction.

SALARY: This is a tenure-track 12-month academic faculty position at
the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary: $40,000.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications may be submitted by mail to the
address below, or electronically to: nmukherj@uno.edu. Applications
should include a cover letter addressing position qualifications, a
complete and current vitae, and contact information (including
telephone and email addresses) for three professional references.

Ms. Norma Mukherjee, Assistant to the Dean
Earl K. Long Library
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70148

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Employment Opportunity employer. Women, ethnic minorities, veterans
and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.