Academic Engagement Librarian, University of Georgia, (Athens, GA)

Posted November 5, 2026

Description

UGA Libraries is actively working to build a highly collaborative and impactful team of librarians who are committed to helping equip the communities we serve with the instruction and research support they need to be successful. Academic Engagement Librarians provide instruction and research support to students, faculty, and researchers across a variety of disciplines. This role is part of Academic Engagement’s STEM team, which is broadening its scope to meet a growing need for research and instructional support related to health sciences.

The Academic Engagement Librarian will develop, deliver, and assess effective instruction that builds the critical and analytical thinking skills essential to working with information—skills that support students in their coursework, research, and beyond. This role will leverage active learning practices and online learning tools to create meaningful and engaging learning opportunities in a variety of formats, including course-integrated instruction, stand-alone workshops, research consultations, teach-the-teacher sessions, and interactive tutorials. The role will also provide research consultations, including support for systematic reviews and citation management.

Each librarian in the Academic Engagement team serves as a service area specialist, helping coordinate or lead in a different service area, such as online learning, systematic review, citation management, chat/student supervision, student engagement, and disciplinary subject support. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and lead in a specific service area based on the emerging needs of the department and in consultation with the Director of Academic Engagement.

Within the department, teams focus on radical collaboration that deepens student, faculty, and researcher engagement with the libraries, creates more opportunities for interdisciplinary experimentation, and optimizes access to collections and resources. The librarian will help identify and contribute to growth areas that advance these goals.

Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian/Archivist I, II, III, or IV.

Responsibilities

Teach roughly 2-3 instruction sessions each week (actual number will depend on volume of total requests and capacity), staying current on issues related to pedagogy, literacies (information/data/digital/AI), and actively engaging and integrating emerging practices and concepts into instruction.
Engage thoughtfully with other team members in discussions about potential new service directions, continuous improvement, and outreach and collaboration with campus partners.
Develop appropriate instructional materials in a variety of formats to meet student needs.
Work on identified projects through the year that align with University and/or Library strategic priorities, including those that advance the department, e.g., the curation of subject LibGuides, curriculum mapping, online learning modules, assessment, etc.
Develop expertise in one or more areas of research support, e.g., citation management, systematic reviews, AI Literacy, or other emerging services:proactively identify new areas of support and growth, and make recommendations for service enhancements
Provide reference assistance to library users by working 2–3 weekly virtual chat shifts, volunteering for unstaffed shifts as capacity permits, and monitoring and responding to research email inquiries
Conduct research consultations, typically delivering 3–4 consultations per week depending on request volume and capacity
Provide systematic review and evidence synthesis support
Contribute to the profession through conference attendance, presentations, scholarly publications, committee work, grant proposal writing, and participation in regional or national initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned to support team priorities and library goals.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

An ALA-accredited master’s degree in librarianship/information science or foreign equivalent, or a terminal degree in a related field.

Preferred Experience

1 or more years of experience teaching or facilitating instruction and workshops for for learners with varying educational backgrounds, experience levels, or stages of learning in a library or academic context.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A commitment to explore new trends in the field and integrate new ideas into practice.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams
Ability to deliver instruction and effectively incorporate emerging technology
Interest or aptitude in STEM and Health Science disciplines
A passion for teaching and an understanding of the important role that information/data/digital/AI literacy instruction has in academic success
Familiarity with one or more of the following: learning outcomes assessment, instructional design, online learning, systematic reviews, citation management software (Zotero, Endnote)
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills,
Possesses imagination and creativity with strong service orientation, including engaging with academic departments to build relationships and inform instruction/service efforts
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Hours and Compensation

Minimum salary begins at $61,000.

Anticipated Start Date: 02/01/2027

How to Apply

Visit the linked address to see the full listing and apply.

The position is open until filled.

Applicants should attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references. The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities. Applicants are encouraged to communicate the ways in which their work meets required or preferred qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by November 30, 2026 however, the position will remain open until filled.