Research & Instruction Librarian, Wellesley College MA
Posted April 11, 2014
Wellesley College, consistently the top-ranked liberal arts college for women in the U.S., is hiring an experienced, entrepreneurial, and service-oriented Research & Instruction Librarian to join our dynamic, merged Library and Technology Services group. We seek candidates who take an expansive approach to the work of libraries, to the possibilities afforded by information technologies for achieving the college’s goals for student and faculty work, and to the integration of their work across the team, the organization, and the college.
Key responsibilities
- Develops and provides innovative and effective library instruction and in-depth research support for faculty and students in anthropology, cognitive and linguistic sciences, environmental studies, political science, psychology, and sociology.
- In partnership with Research and Instructional Support colleagues, develops and provides support for information and technology needs related to teaching, learning, and research, with emphasis on quantitative and qualitative data use, interpretation, and management.
- Manages reference collections for anthropology, cognitive and linguistic sciences, environmental studies, political science, psychology, and sociology; works with collections librarians on general collection development in those disciplines.
- Provides general research support for all disciplines, including the sciences.
- Keeps up with new technologies with a view toward their application in research and instruction.
- Other duties as assigned.
Some evenings and weekends are required.
Required: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent; BA/BS in a relevant subject area; 3-5 years relevant experience in a public services or academic setting; demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment; demonstrated interest and experience in developing innovative, user-centered forms of instruction; awareness of new technologies and trends and their application in meeting patrons’ information needs; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong group and analytical skills; ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.
Strongly desired: graduate degree in one of the disciplines supported, or closely related field; experience with using and supporting qualitative and/or quantitative data in teaching and research; demonstrated skill in technical troubleshooting.
Preference will be given to candidates who submit application materials by May 2, 2014.
Wellesley College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.