Research and Instruction Librarian – Online Learning, Lesley University, Cambridge, MA
Posted July 13, 2016
About Lesley University
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 7,000 students and 83,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, life, and long-term- disability insurance. In addition, we offer generous amounts of vacation and holiday time, as well as a tuition remission policy that enables employees to expand their knowledge and skills.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
This librarian will provide leadership in information literacy programming, including curriculum development and assessment, and identify and integrate new technologies into the Lesley University Libraries’ research and instructional programming. This position will collaborate with faculty, library staff, and staff in Lesley’s e-learning and instructional support department (eLIS) to systematically develop teaching and learning objects including video tutorials, online research guides, and LMS-embedded learning modules. In addition, this librarian will participate in instructional programming at the Lesley libraries, including teaching classes on campus and in Lesley’s online programs. General professional responsibilities include serving in a liaison role for designated academic department(s), research support service with evening, weekend, and holiday rotations.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school.
- One (1) year of library public service experience, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience using in-print and electronic reference sources, library catalogs, and databases.
- Familiarity with information literacy concepts such as those presented in the ACRL’s Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
- An understanding (developed through formal coursework, personal study, or professional experience) of key concepts in instructional design, learning theory, pedagogy, curriculum development, and/or assessment.
- Experience teaching or presenting to groups.
- Excellent written, interpersonal communication, and reference interview skills.
CORE Questions (A maximum of 9 additional questions may be added; all must correspond 1:1 to the Requirements):
- Are you authorized to work in the United States; if you hold a visa, does your visa status allow you to work at Lesley University?
- Do you have a Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school?
- Do you have one (1) year of library public service experience, or equivalent professional experience?
- Do you have experience using in-print and electronic reference sources, library catalogs, and databases?
- Are you familiar with information literacy concepts such as those presented in the ACRL’s Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education?
- Do you have an understanding (developed through formal coursework, personal study, or professional experience) of key concepts in instructional design, learning theory, pedagogy, curriculum development, and/or assessment?
- Do you have experience with teaching or presenting to groups?
Additional Information:
BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS
Lesley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to increasing the diversity of the university community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions:
A cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references must be included for full consideration. Applications will be reviewed upon the establishment of an appropriate pool of candidates. Applicants should apply via the Lesley website. http://www.lesley.edu/human-