Assistant Teaching Professor - Collections and Content Analysis Librarian

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) invites applications for a Collections and Content Analysis Librarian with faculty rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. The Collections & Content Analysis Librarian assesses, strategically develops, and manages collections. The position reports to the Chair of the Department of Library Teaching & Learning (LTL) within the University Libraries (UL) and is a full time, twelve-month, qualified rank faculty appointment. 

Information about Program and College

Bowling Green State University Libraries is a founding and active member of OhioLINK, a consortium of 117 libraries at 88 institutions plus the State Library of Ohio. The University Libraries (UL) comprises general collections (housed within the William T. Jerome Library) in social sciences, humanities, and sciences; government documents; the Curriculum Resource Center; and is home to three nationally prominent special collections: the Browne Popular Culture Library, the Center for Archival Collections, which includes the Historical Collections of the Great Lakes, and the Music Library and Bill Schurk Sound Archives. Additionally, the Northwest Ohio Regional Book Depository, which serves BGSU and the University of Toledo, is managed by the University Libraries.

Bowling Green State University Libraries are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. In support of an open and welcoming environment, we believe that it is critical for every member of the library community to share the responsibility for equity and diversity. For more information on the UL diversity and inclusion efforts, visit https://www.bgsu.edu/library/about/diversity.html

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master’s programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.

Guided by Forward, BGSU’s strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fourth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience. 

Essential Functions

• Lead detailed analyses of library collections to inform strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Maintain an awareness of the trends and issues affecting acquisitions and collection development and collection management, with an emphasis on monographs and physical holdings.
• Provide guidance to subject librarians on the selection of monographic content.
• Co-lead a team of subject librarians in collection development planning in partnership with the Collections and Electronic Resources Librarian.
• Regularly review collection development and approval plans to meet the resource needs of researchers and degree programs in partnership with subject librarians. 
• Spearhead collection management through leading regular assessment of the print, ebook, and serials collections.
• Collaborate with the budget office on the implementation of the collections budget and the acquisition of library materials.
• Analyze collection usage data, support assessment efforts, and contribute to accreditation and curricular reports.
• Represent the library in campus curricular meetings and support alignment of library collections with curriculum proposals.
• Conduct outreach to campus partners, demonstrating the value of library collections to the academic community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution to be conferred by position start date.
• 6 months collection development experience in a library setting in a professional capacity.
• Experience with, or knowledge of, current issues and trends in acquiring and assessing collections in an academic library.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning, organizing, and managing projects, both independently and within a team environment. 
• Experience with systems such as: GOBI, Alma Analytics, Curriculog, GreenGlass. 

Application Materials Required

• Cover letter 
• Curriculum vitae 
• Names and contact information of three professional references

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews. 
 
Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by April 24, 2025.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available. 

Further Information

Kay Carpenter at kaycarp@bgsu.edu

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.