Jacksonville State University
Library Faculty Position
Jacksonville State University’s Houston Cole Library invites applications for a tenure track position for Assistant Professor for Business and Social Sciences Librarian.
The Assistant Professor and Business and Social Sciences Librarian Is responsible for evaluating and recommending resources. This position will also assist with planning and implementing library services that will address the information needs of the students and faculty in the Colleges of Business and Industry and Social and Behavioral Sciences, as well as the university community at large.
This nine-month, tenure track position has an annual salary of $43,500.00 with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024.
Candidates must possess a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
The preferred candidate will possess an advanced degree or other post-graduate / continuing education in subject specialty or closely related fields (not a requirement for consideration). Previous experience in reference service and patron instruction is also preferred.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 61 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.
Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities, and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.
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