Elon Uni Careers
Business Research Librarian and Assistant Librarian
Elon Uni Careers, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States,
Title:
Business Research Librarian and Assistant Librarian
Position Type:
Staff with Faculty Rank
Days Per Week:
Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week:
40
VP Area:
Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs
Department:
Library
Position Summary
The Business Research Librarian provides dynamic and proactive expertise and leadership in meeting the information literacy, research, and curricular needs of undergraduate students, graduate students, and teaching faculty in the Love School of Business through the development of engaged, innovative outreach initiatives and departmental support. The individual assists the Library Research and Scholarly Services team by giving voice and perspective in educating the campus community in understanding the mechanisms of research and scholarly impact through workshops and individual consultations with faculty. Additionally, they assist in educating the campus community in scholarly communication initiatives such as open educational resources (OER), open access, data visualization, and data management.
This position reports to the Coordinator of Library Research and Scholarly Services. All employees in Belk Library ultimately report through the Dean of the Carol Grotnes Belk Library, who reports directly to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Minimum Required Education and Experience
A master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and/or information science.
Subject background in business as evidenced by professional experience or coursework in relevant fields, or experience with librarianship focused on the field of business.
Demonstrated willingness to cultivate expertise in librarianship focused on the field of business and economics, including the emerging fields of entrepreneurship, fintech, and business analytics.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with others as well as independently.
Enthusiasm and interest in engaged library instruction at all levels of the curriculum.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development in the areas of librarianship, professional activity, and service.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Job Duties
Serves as library liaison to the Love School of Business. Collaborates with faculty in the areas of collection development, instruction, research assistance, and access to collections and information.
Supports the mission of Belk Library by providing library research and scholarly services to the Elon community.
Supports the mission of Belk Library through demonstrated commitment to the library's goals, initiatives, and service model.
Participates in professional development to develop skills, build networks, enhance the reputation of Belk Library and Elon University, and contribute meaningfully to the profession of librarianship.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references must be submitted through the online application system by August 16, 2024. This is a 12-month, on-site, non-tenured staff with faculty rank position reporting to the Coordinator of Library Research and Scholarly Services.
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Business Research Librarian and Assistant Librarian
Position Type:
Staff with Faculty Rank
Days Per Week:
Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week:
40
VP Area:
Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs
Department:
Library
Position Summary
The Business Research Librarian provides dynamic and proactive expertise and leadership in meeting the information literacy, research, and curricular needs of undergraduate students, graduate students, and teaching faculty in the Love School of Business through the development of engaged, innovative outreach initiatives and departmental support. The individual assists the Library Research and Scholarly Services team by giving voice and perspective in educating the campus community in understanding the mechanisms of research and scholarly impact through workshops and individual consultations with faculty. Additionally, they assist in educating the campus community in scholarly communication initiatives such as open educational resources (OER), open access, data visualization, and data management.
This position reports to the Coordinator of Library Research and Scholarly Services. All employees in Belk Library ultimately report through the Dean of the Carol Grotnes Belk Library, who reports directly to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Minimum Required Education and Experience
A master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and/or information science.
Subject background in business as evidenced by professional experience or coursework in relevant fields, or experience with librarianship focused on the field of business.
Demonstrated willingness to cultivate expertise in librarianship focused on the field of business and economics, including the emerging fields of entrepreneurship, fintech, and business analytics.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with others as well as independently.
Enthusiasm and interest in engaged library instruction at all levels of the curriculum.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development in the areas of librarianship, professional activity, and service.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Job Duties
Serves as library liaison to the Love School of Business. Collaborates with faculty in the areas of collection development, instruction, research assistance, and access to collections and information.
Supports the mission of Belk Library by providing library research and scholarly services to the Elon community.
Supports the mission of Belk Library through demonstrated commitment to the library's goals, initiatives, and service model.
Participates in professional development to develop skills, build networks, enhance the reputation of Belk Library and Elon University, and contribute meaningfully to the profession of librarianship.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references must be submitted through the online application system by August 16, 2024. This is a 12-month, on-site, non-tenured staff with faculty rank position reporting to the Coordinator of Library Research and Scholarly Services.
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