Hello Colleagues,
We are excited to be hiring a STEM Librarian at the University of Kentucky. Some basic information is provided below, including the application link, minimum salary and beginning review date. The full job description is attached. I am on the search committee and would be happy to answer questions about the position or the University of Kentucky. Please consider applying or sharing with potential candidates.
Best,
Valerie Perry
Director of the Science & Engineering Library
University of Kentucky
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STEM Librarian
University of Kentucky Libraries is looking to hire a STEM Librarian who will engage with faculty, researchers, and students in assigned STEM academic and research programs to identify current and emerging user needs and to deliver responsive and innovative research and instructional services. The position collaborates with a small team of STEM library liaisons to provide library services to programs across the STEM disciplines, as well as library liaisons in other disciplines to identify user needs and provide support for interdisciplinary research and teaching. UK Libraries are currently redesigning our liaison program with a planned implementation of Fall 2023. This position is housed in the Science and Engineering Library which supports the learning, teaching, and research needs of multiple academic departments (Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Resources, Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, and Statistics) and the College of Engineering.
Early career librarians (including current students who will graduate in 2023) as well as experienced librarians are encouraged to apply.
The University of Kentucky Libraries guiding principle is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. This principle informs all aspects of our work and requires all library personnel to actively consider and address barriers that permeate institutional structures and systems. Viewing our work through this EDI lens, we are committed to building collections, enhancing services, and providing spaces that reflect and support individuals with diverse perspectives and abilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Serves as primary liaison to and actively develops professional relationships with faculty, researchers, and students in assigned STEM disciplines.
· Provides in-depth, specialized research consultations and group instruction for STEM students, faculty, and visiting scholars. Research services may include evidence synthesis, Endnote support and other current needs.
· Plans and implements library instruction for STEM disciplines, which may include curricular support, course-based information literacy, and workshop development. de outreach program promoting library services and resources.
· Identifies current and emerging user needs to inform new or existing library programs, programming, services, and partnerships.
· Contributes to the advancement of University of Kentucky Libraries’ programs for scholarly communication, open educational resources (OERs), open access (OA), data management and other library initiatives.
· Participates in faculty governance and other shared leadership opportunities.
Required Qualifications:
· Master’s degree for an ALA-accredited (or international equivalent) program or equivalent combination of a relevant advanced degree and experience, by time of appointment.
· Experience working in a collaborative environment to provide high-quality user experience and public service.
· Knowledge of or experience in planning and delivering instruction sessions in various formats.
· Ability to meet the requirements of tenure-track position through research, publication, and/or professional engagement.
As a member of the UKL faculty, this position participates in planning, shared governance, and UK Libraries-wide faculty activities. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure eligible position in the Librarian Title Series (open rank) which requires scholarship, professional development, and service that contributes to the effectiveness of UK Libraries, the university, and the profession. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The minimum salary for a Librarian IV is $57,000 and for a Librarian III is $62,500. All career levels are encouraged to apply.
Recently recognized as one of the best employers in higher education by The Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked among America’s Best Employers and Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes Magazine, the University of Kentucky strives to create an environment where all staff and faculty are embraced and supported. Employees are offered a wide array of excellent benefit options and more information is available at: www.uky.edu/HR/benefits. Library tenure-track faculty are also eligible to receive a generous relocation allowance, start-up funding for research, and annual professional development/travel funds. <o:p></o:p>
To apply, interested applicants must complete a UK Online Academic Profile at https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/475973 and attach two documents:
• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
Applications will be reviewed beginning 8/8/23 and continue until the position is filled which we look the position to start on or after 12/1/23.
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Valerie Perry
2016 SLA Fellow
Director
Science & Engineering Library
University of Kentucky
vperry@uky.edu
859-218-4841
she/her/hers
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