Lecturer (Librarian) - Ethnic Studies
Job ID: 27744
Location: Baruch College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
“At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility”
The Newman Library of Baruch College seeks a Lecturer to serve as the Ethnic Studies Librarian, as part of a team of information specialists who support the students and faculty of the Black and Latinx Studies Department in the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences. The successful candidate will:
Be the liaison to the Black and Latinx Studies department.
Manage the new Latin American Studies resource room in the Library and the joint programming with ISLA, the College’s Initiative for the Study of Latin America.
Collaborate across CUNY with the delivery of services relating to Latin America.
Teach credit courses in the Library’s instruction program, which includes an undergraduate Minor in Information Studies.
Provide general reference service at the reference desk and via digital service points. The reference work schedule may require nights and weekends.
Conduct one-on-one research consultations with students and faculty.
Develop research guides and tutorials.
Keep current with changes in information resources and new resources.
Work with faculty to identify OER materials to be used in online courses.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully.
Other Qualifications:
Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution.
Experience with reference services
Experience with teaching and information literacy instruction.
Experience working in Black or Latinx Studies, Latin American Studies, or closely related disciplines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Work well with others, including collaborating with other library faculty and staff to implement cross-functional initiatives.
COMPENSATION
Salary range: $64,426-$72,280; commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.
CLOSING DATE
April 26, 2024.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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.
