Substitute Science Lib (Instr or Asst Prof), Lehman Coll (NY)

Job Opening:  Substitute Science Librarian (Instructor or Assistant Professor)

Lehman College

Full-Time

Regular


FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Reporting to the Head of Reference, the Science Librarian serves as liaison to four departments in Lehman’s School of Natural and Social Sciences:  Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Earth, Environmental, and Geospacial Sciences; Physics and Astronomy. 

The Science Librarian contributes innovative library instruction, research consultations, and manages print, electronic, and multimedia resources in consultation with discipline faculty to support the curriculum and STEM research initiatives.  The incumbent provides support in scholarly publishing and data management to faculty – and serves as advisor to faculty-undergraduate student research projects.

The candidate is responsible for outreach and marketing library services by partnering with Science faculty, conducting workshops, developing research guides and tutorials in specialized STEM subject areas.  The individual also serves on library committees and will develop an active research agenda.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.  Second Master’s degree required, preferably in a science-related field, for appointment to Assistant Professor.  At least two years’ experience in an academic or special library providing STEM-related reference and instructional presentations recommended. 

Experience in navigating emerging technologies, mobile applications, and familiarity with assessment methods.  Quantitative literacy skills preferred.  Interest in scholarly communications and open educational resources welcomed.  Candidate must be committed to serving diverse user groups and possess a strong service ethic.


COMPENSATION
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.  We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit cover letter, CV-resume, and names and contact information of three professional references by August 1, 2016 to:

Kenneth Schlesinger, Chief Librarian
Leonard Lief Library
Lehman College
250 Bedford Park Boulevard West
Bronx, New York  10468-1589
Kenneth.Schlesinger@lehman.cuny.edu

CLOSING DATE
Review of applications to begin August 1, 2016.


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