Learning and Research Librarian
About the position
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) Libraries invite applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible Learning and Research Librarian positions in the following liaison areas: - Position 1: Science, Health Sciences, and Data Literacy - Position 2: Social Sciences and Data Literacy. As members of the Learning and Research Team, the Learning and Research Librarian is responsible for promoting student-centered experiential learning and student success. Key duties include offering outreach and instruction to assigned academic areas, collaborating with faculty to develop engaging and inclusive learning experiences, and partnering with Libraries colleagues and the Instructional Technology Team to advance students' information literacy and transferrable skills.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with instructors, other librarians, and the Instructional Technology Team to design innovative student-centered and experiential learning experiences.
• Teach diverse learners in the classroom and in one-on-one consultations, modeling best practices from instructional design and the science of learning literature.
• Grow the Libraries' data literacy services and offerings across the curriculum.
• Actively contribute to institutional, Libraries, and Learning and Research Team strategic goals and priorities.
• Develop and maintain tutorials, research guides, and online learning objects.
• Build strong working relationships with assigned departments and other campus stakeholders.
• Proactively communicate about Libraries services and resources.
• Develop and maintain relevant subject expertise to meet student and faculty research needs in assigned areas.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Master's degree from ALA-accredited program or equivalent international education credential.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in academic librarianship, instructional design, and/or higher education, particularly within an undergraduate liberal arts context.
• Teaching or training experience that can be applied to information literacy/metaliteracy instruction.
• Familiarity with or interest in supporting hands-on, project-based learning.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work creatively and collaboratively in a team-oriented, solutions-focused environment.
• Ability to model a growth mindset, practice lifelong/continuous learning, and successfully adopt new pedagogical approaches, tools, and technologies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all individuals.
Nice-to-haves
• Significant education or experience in a relevant academic or professional field preferred.
Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Vision Plan
• Tuition Remission
• Parental Leave
• Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Defined Contribution Plan
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The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) Libraries invite applications for two full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible Learning and Research Librarian positions in the following liaison areas: - Position 1: Science, Health Sciences, and Data Literacy - Position 2: Social Sciences and Data Literacy. As members of the Learning and Research Team, the Learning and Research Librarian is responsible for promoting student-centered experiential learning and student success. Key duties include offering outreach and instruction to assigned academic areas, collaborating with faculty to develop engaging and inclusive learning experiences, and partnering with Libraries colleagues and the Instructional Technology Team to advance students' information literacy and transferrable skills.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with instructors, other librarians, and the Instructional Technology Team to design innovative student-centered and experiential learning experiences.
• Teach diverse learners in the classroom and in one-on-one consultations, modeling best practices from instructional design and the science of learning literature.
• Grow the Libraries' data literacy services and offerings across the curriculum.
• Actively contribute to institutional, Libraries, and Learning and Research Team strategic goals and priorities.
• Develop and maintain tutorials, research guides, and online learning objects.
• Build strong working relationships with assigned departments and other campus stakeholders.
• Proactively communicate about Libraries services and resources.
• Develop and maintain relevant subject expertise to meet student and faculty research needs in assigned areas.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Master's degree from ALA-accredited program or equivalent international education credential.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in academic librarianship, instructional design, and/or higher education, particularly within an undergraduate liberal arts context.
• Teaching or training experience that can be applied to information literacy/metaliteracy instruction.
• Familiarity with or interest in supporting hands-on, project-based learning.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work creatively and collaboratively in a team-oriented, solutions-focused environment.
• Ability to model a growth mindset, practice lifelong/continuous learning, and successfully adopt new pedagogical approaches, tools, and technologies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all individuals.
Nice-to-haves
• Significant education or experience in a relevant academic or professional field preferred.
Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Vision Plan
• Tuition Remission
• Parental Leave
• Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Defined Contribution Plan
Apply Now
Apply Now