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Job description
Position Overview
The Sarah Lawrence College Library invites applications for two professional Research and Instruction Librarians in support of our unique model of education for our highly motivated population of students. Reporting to the Head of Research Services, the candidates must have a strong commitment to public service and enjoy providing both personalized and group library instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in a small, innovative and creative academic library setting.
Working within the Research Services Department, the candidates will participate in the research and instruction programs we provide for students and faculty. These programs include, but are not limited to: provision of information literacy instruction to classes and groups; provision of in-depth research help during individual research consultations; creation of research guides and instructional materials; provision of general public reference assistance at the Information Desk. The ideal candidate will also have experience with digital humanities tools, support, and instruction.
Responsibilities
Provide in-depth research assistance to undergraduate and graduate students across all disciplines in the curriculum
Provide information literacy instruction sessions
Develop and lead workshops on research topics
Collaborate on research guides
Manage the library’s social media presence
Support digital humanities initiatives
Participate in rotation at the Information Desk
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and MLIS / MLS (or equivalent)
Demonstrable experience with reference, library instruction, and digital humanities
Two years of experience working in an academic library setting
Commitment to public service
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise initiative and sound judgment
Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively in a team‑based, user‑centered environment
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Must be detail‑oriented, congenial, patient, and reliable
Preferred Qualifications
None explicitly listed
Salary: $67,000
Position Type: Full Time
Posting Number: S00449P
Open Until Filled: Yes
EEO Statement: Sarah Lawrence seeks to recruit and retain a diverse administration, staff, and faculty. Every job opening is seen as an opportunity to increase diversity, and every effort will be made to expand the applicant pool in accordance with these goals. (Please see our Nondiscrimination Policy.) For information on Sarah Lawrence College, our curriculum, teaching methods, and philosophy of education, please see our website at:
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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