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Research and Faculty Services Librarian

UR University of Richmond
Full-time
On-site
United States
$60,413 - $72,093 USD yearly

Job Description

SUMMARY:

REQUIRED: Please attach your Resume and a Cover Letter

The Research & Faculty Services Librarian provides reference, research, and instructional services across the law school community, with a focus on services for faculty to support their scholarship and teaching. The librarian manages a program of support and partnership with faculty to enable their research for effective teaching and productive scholarship. The librarian teaches a mix of required and upper-level courses.  The teaching requirements include developing and delivering informal and formal upper-level legal research training. The librarian evaluates law-related electronic and print resources to guide students in their use for scholarship and skills development.  This position creates library publications including library news, research guides, and video tutorials.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Physical effort/lifting:  mostly sedentary - up to 10 pounds, occasionally light - up to 20 pounds; occasional weekends will be required on a rotating basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of legal resources, print and electronic, and computer-assisted legal research systems
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to interact positively with students, faculty, and other users
  • Strong teaching skills and demonstrated effectiveness in conveying legal information in classroom and other instructional settings

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • J.D. from ABA-accredited law school
  • Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from ALA-accredited institution (or equivalent)
  • Reference or public services library experience required
  • Law library experience required

WORK HOURS:

Monday through Friday, 38.75 hours per week

SALARY STRUCTURE:

Pay Grade 7 Exempt (Hiring Range $60,413.00 to $72,093.00 annually)

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