Job Description
The Sarah Lawrence College Library invites applications for a Research and Instruction Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Research Services, the candidate must have a strong commitment to public service and act as a highly motivated research support and education professional who enjoys providing both personalized and group library instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in a small academic library. Working within the Research Services Department, the candidate will participate in the research and instruction programs we provide for students and faculty. These programs include, but are not limited to: provision of information literacy instruction to classes and groups; provision of in-depth research help during individual research consultations; creation of research guides and instructional materials; provision of general public reference assistance at the Information Desk. The ideal candidate will also have experience with digital humanities tools, support, and instruction. Sarah Lawrence College has as one of its goals the recruitment and retention of a racially and culturally diverse administration, staff, and faculty. To that end, every job opening is seen as an opportunity to increase diversity and every effort will be made to expand the applicant pool in accordance with these goals.
Required Qualifications
Qualifications A bachelor’s and MLIS / MLS (or equivalent) Demonstrable experience with reference, library instruction, and digital humanities Two years of experience working in an academic library setting Commitment to public service Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise initiative and sound judgment Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively in a team-based, user-centered environment Strong interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Must be detailed-oriented, congenial, patient, and reliable