Job Title: Assistant Professor - Geospatial Data Services Librarian
Job ID: 22307
Location: Baruch College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Newman Library of Baruch College seeks an Assistant Professor to serve as Geospatial Data Services Librarian as part of a team of information specialists who support an active data services program. The successful candidate will:
Lead the development of library programming and infrastructure for use of geospatial data and GIS in research and teaching.
Manage the GIS training lab.
Provide individual and group consultations.
Select data sets for purchase and oversee their management.
Contribute to the development of faculty-led digital projects involving geospatial, demographic, and census data.
Provide general reference service at the reference desk and via digital service points. The reference work schedule may require nights and weekends.
Teach credit courses in the library’s instruction program, including courses leading to a Minor in Information Studies.
Meet the requirements for scholarship and publication necessary for reappointment as a tenure-track faculty member.
Maintain a record of service to Baruch College, City University of New York, and professional organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution.
A second graduate degree is required.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with ESRI suite, ArcGIS applications, spatial analysis and data visualization.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience.
Knowledge of emerging library technology and trends.
Experience assessing student learning and library instruction.
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
STEP ONE - Click "Apply Now"
To be considered for this position, please submit your application online by clicking on "Apply Now" below. Candidates should provide a cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation.
STEP TWO - Go to https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrref/
All applicants are required to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted electronically by their references as described below.
Please go to https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrref/ and enter the contact information for three (3) references. The online system will automatically send your references a request to submit a letter via the system. Full instructions will be provided.
Emailed or hard copy applications will not be considered.
CLOSING DATE
April 15, 2021.
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CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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