Employment Opportunities

Science and Engineering Librarian

RESPONSIBILITIES: The University of Alabama (UA) seeks to hire two forward-thinking and innovative Science and Engineering Librarians (tenure-track) to support the development and deployment of learner-centered approaches to research and instructional services in STEM disciplines. Reporting to the Director of Branch Library and Research Data Services, this position works closely with campus faculty to develop instructional materials and library assignments, as well as identifies needs and opportunities to perform active outreach to departments within The University of Alabama College of Engineering, the Capstone College of Nursing, and STEM departments within the College of Arts & Sciences. Specific disciplines will be assigned based on institutional needs and the individual interests and skills of the selected candidates. The ideal candidate possesses a strong desire to teach and is committed to continually seeking further knowledge in teaching and learning theories. They will be responsible for developing a robust program of instruction and outreach, both in-person and online, while also offering software application training and support for their assigned liaison areas.

The University of Alabama Libraries has recently restructured the liaison program with more emphasis on outreach and seeking opportunities to work directly with campus faculty and students in a research extensive environment. The successful candidates must be willing to continually learn, develop, and apply additional expertise through work-related experiences and professional development opportunities. They must also possess the ability to navigate change and ambiguity as they successfully solve the types of complex problems encountered in research settings. These positions may also provide outreach to non-academic units, supervise staff and students as required, and perform other duties and functions as requested. Responsibilities of these positions will evolve as the library environment continues to change. This is an excellent opportunity for early career librarians or recent doctoral graduates to gain valuable experience developing library instruction and outreach programs to academic departments, while gaining experience at a flagship R1 institution.

As liaisons to academic departments, librarians are members of a liaison team working proactively across the University Libraries organization. These positions plan and coordinate activities for students, staff, and faculty who are involved in programs and communities within the areas of nursing, life sciences, pure and applied sciences, and engineering, as well as co-curricular undergraduate research communities within the Honors College. Additionally, these librarians participate actively in instruction for UA’s First-Year Writing Program. These positions will participate in the development and implementation of assessment initiatives aimed at improving services and collections in their areas, and are expected to create and utilize a variety of technologies and media for the advancement of library goals and objectives. These positions collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders to conceptualize, define, and deliver impactful instructional services in support of strategic goals at the University Libraries and the University levels while also participating proactively in public-facing research services. As part of their liaison roles, successful candidates will continuously create and update digital learning objects, including research guides and digital learning objects.

These positions will work collaboratively to promote and integrate research data services (e.g. data literacy, data curation, geographic information systems, API and other coding, and advanced scientific software applications) within their course-specific instruction, as well as through standalone workshops that deliver this content across the disciplines. These positions will also be expected to prepare and submit grant applications, as well as manage sponsored funding projects, as part of the University Libraries commitment to strategic funding and research objectives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution or doctoral degree in a related science or health professions discipline.
• Knowledge of reference and instructional services in a research library setting.
• Knowledge of current services and emerging trends in information, data literacy instruction, and information and research technologies that support undergraduate and graduate education.
• Experience with collection management in support of STEM disciplines.
• Ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects.
• Understanding of ways to market and promote instruction, collections, and services to various groups.
• Ability, interest, and willingness to assume additional and/or new responsibilities, along with the ability to set and model high-performance standards.
• Ability to conceptualize, articulate, and implement short and long-range goals.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to solve problems, using sound judgment in decision-making according to an established timeframe.
• Friendly, approachable, public service attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills along with excellent skills in listening, negotiating, compromising, and adapting.
• The ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff.
• Ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One to three years of experience in an academic library supporting STEM disciplines.
• Teaching experience.
• Experience developing LibGuides, tutorials, and learning objects. Functional knowledge of WordPress, CSS, HTML, and the Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Experience with Blackboard Learn or other Learning Management Systems.
• Experience with coding languages and development environments used in academic research (R, RStudio, Python, Bash, MatLab, Mathematica, etc.).
• Functional understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the research environment.
• Experience with sponsored programs funding and project participation.

ENVIRONMENT:

The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university, and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 38,320 students, with record breaking freshman classes for each of the past three years. UA has also increased graduate student enrollment by seven percent for Fall 2021. Ranked among the top 70 public universities in the nation by U.S. World and News Report’s annual college rankings for more than a decade, UA ranked 67th among public universities in 2020 rankings. UA made the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates in 2021. University of Alabama students continue to win prestigious national awards. Fifty-nine UA students have been named Goldwater Scholars. The University of Alabama has produced a total of 15 Rhodes Scholars, 16 Truman Scholars, 32 Hollins Scholars, and 11 Boren Scholars. The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide for enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 900 currently enrolled, the highest number in UA’s history. Under the leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education.

There are currently 36 faculty who have received NSF Career awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists. UA was also recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for the fifth time in six years in 2021-2022. UA is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of over 250,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several lager cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.

The University Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, the UA Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The University Libraries homepage may be accessed at http://www.libraries.ua.edu

Prior to employment the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

12-month tenure-track faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank, depending on qualifications and experience. Salary range is $60,000-$90,000 commensurate with qualifications, experience, and advanced degrees. Strong benefits, including professional development support, tuition fee waiver, and matching retirement contributions.

TO APPLY:

Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. Click Search Positions. University Libraries in Organization drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e- mail addresses of three references, including one current supervisor.

Position open until filled. Applications received by March 31, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration. The University of Alabama is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including women, members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the search, contact Michael Arthur, Senior Associate Dean, at maarthur@ua.edu.

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Research and Instructional Services Librarian – Education

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a forward-thinking, proactive, team-oriented, and innovative person to serve as an Education Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Gorgas Information Services (GIS), the ideal candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively and creatively with University Libraries and College of Education faculty to plan, develop, and deliver library instruction and outreach to students and faculty in The University of Alabama College of Education (http://education.ua.edu/). The ideal candidate possesses a strong desire to teach and develop instructional materials and library assignments.

Teaching, as part of liaison duties, will be evaluated by the Coordinator of Library Instruction and through peer-to-peer feedback opportunities. This position also plans and coordinates activities for departments in the College of Education that support undergraduate students, such as the Capstone Center for Student Success and the Honors College, as well as participates actively in instruction for First-year Writing. This position promotes collaboration and shared information experiences among students, assists with development and implementation of assessment initiatives aimed at improving services and collections, and creates and utilizes a variety of technologies and media for the advancement of library goals and objectives.

This position collaborates with a broad range of stakeholders to conceptualize, define, and deliver contemporary services in support of cutting-edge approaches in instruction and research, and participates actively in LibChat services and assessment activities. As part of the liaison role, this position will continuously create and update digital learning objects in support of teaching and learning. The incumbent must have a willingness to continually learn, develop, and apply additional expertise through work-related experiences and professional development opportunities.

As a tenure-track faculty librarian in the Gorgas Information Services (GIS) Department, the incumbent participates in the instruction and reference portfolio for the University Libraries. Subject areas may shift based on departmental needs. They must possess the ability to adapt to change, work with ambiguity, and contribute to solutions to complex problems in an academic environment. Responsibilities of the position will evolve as the library environment continues to change.

Responsibilities include, but are subject to the needs and resources of the University Libraries:

• Serve as liaison to the Education Leadership, Policy, and Technology Studies; Educational Studies in Psychology, Research Methodology, and Counseling; Kinesiology; and Special Education and Multiple Abilities departments within the College of Education. Additional liaison responsibilities may be added, depending on the volume of work needed by College of Education departments.
• Develop collections and resources for the College of Education as needed, including the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, and participate actively in collection management decisions.
• Develop a robust instruction program as well as collections and services to support the faculty, students, and staff of the College of Education.
• Markets current and expanding collections and resources to College of Education faculty and staff.
• Teach students digital literacies effectively that include the use of innovative technologies and apps normally used in the K-20 classroom.
• Provide general reference services in-person and via email and chat.
• Participate in information literacy instruction that supports the general curriculum.
• Engage with instruction and services for distance learners.
• Provide periodic reporting on liaison and teaching activities.
• Responsibilities of the position evolve as the library environment continues to change.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ALA-accredited Master’s in Library and Information Science/Studies.
• Strong academic background in one or more disciplines within education.
• Knowledge of trends and services in research libraries to support undergraduate and graduate education.
• Awareness of new and emerging technologies and how they can be used in a research library.
• Experience with education and social sciences electronic and print resources.
• Experience working with a Learning Management System.
• Demonstrated awareness of changing reference and research services environments.
• Knowledge of current collection development issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written along with skills associated with listening, negotiating, compromising, and adapting.
• Demonstration of ability, interest, and willingness to assume additional and/or new responsibilities, along with the ability to set and model high performance standards.
• Ability to conceptualize, articulate, and implement short and long range goals.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to solve problems, using sound judgment in decision-making.
• Friendly, approachable, public service attitude.
• Ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
• Ability to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in an academic or research library.
• Experience using Blackboard.
• Experience providing reference services.
• Teaching experience.
• Advanced degree in education, the social sciences, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience using educational technologies and teaching apps.
• Demonstrated professional development activity.
• Familiarity with issues related to scholarly communication, e.g., copyright, authors’ rights, open access, etc.
• Knowledge of library/academic information technologies and current research trends in education, e.g., digital scholarship, demand-driven collection development, quantitative and qualitative research methods, classroom technologies, mobile apps.
• Experience creating LibGuides, tutorials, and digital learning objects.

ENVIRONMENT: The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university, and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 38,320 students, with record breaking freshman classes for each of the past three years. UA has also increased graduate student enrollment by seven percent for Fall 2021. Ranked among the top 70 public universities in the nation by U.S. World and News Report’s annual college rankings for more than a decade, UA ranked 67th among public universities in 2020 rankings. UA made the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates in 2021.

University of Alabama students continue to win prestigious national awards. Fifty-nine UA students have been named Goldwater Scholars. The University of Alabama has produced a total of 15 Rhodes Scholars, 16 Truman Scholars, 32 Hollins Scholars, and 11 Boren Scholars. The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide for enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 900 currently enrolled, the highest number in UA’s history. Under the leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education. There are currently 36 faculty who have received NSF Career awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists.

UA was also recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for the fifth time in six years in 2021-2022. UA is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of over 250,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several larger cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.

The University Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, the UA Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The University Libraries homepage may be accessed at http://www.libraries.ua.edu

Prior to employment the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

SALARY/BENEFITS: 12 month clinical faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Salary range is $55,000-$75,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and advanced degrees. Strong benefits, including professional development support, tuition fee waiver, and matching retirement contributions.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu Click Search Positions, University Libraries in the drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three references, including one current supervisor.

Position open until filled. Applications received by March 10, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration.

The University of Alabama is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including women, members of ethnic minorities, and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the search, contact Michael Arthur, Senior Associate Dean at maarthur@ua.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Technology Development Librarian

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks an innovative, entrepreneurial, and experienced librarian to work in a collaborative technology and research-focused environment. Reporting to the Director of Library Technology, this position is responsible for providing project leadership and technical direction within the unit. This position assists in planning and managing application development processes and will supervise and train staff and student programmers, helping guide developers to the successful completion of complex technology projects. The position will also be responsible for working with University Libraries faculty on curriculum and pedagogical enhancements that support the Library Instruction and Data Services Programs, will work to train librarians on new technologies, and will participate actively in faculty affairs.

This position will take a user experience approach in analyzing complex business needs and will provide recommendations for commercial and/or open-source options, and, when necessary, design solutions to meet those needs. The successful candidate will keep abreast of new technologies, particularly those that can bolster instruction. The position is also expected to create and maintain complex applications and customizations, as well as internal documentation according to University Libraries standards. The successful candidate will maintain knowledge of current best practices in all areas of responsibility with special attention given to security and accessibility. They will identify promising new technologies, tools, and APIs that can positively impact services and curriculum or generate a better user experience while implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining both proprietary and open-source software with varying levels of external support.

This position is also responsible for technical management and development of existing projects using EBSCO Discovery Service, SpringShare Suite, ILLiad, CONTENTdm, DSpace, ArchivesSpace, Omeka, and WordPress. Many of these tools require various forms of systems integration for full operation. The University Libraries is also a development partner in the FOLIO Library Services Platform, and this position may be engaged in development work for this international project. The candidate must also possess the ability to deal with change, ambiguity, and complex problems in an academic setting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution or advanced graduate degree in a related field.
• Fluency developing in HTML 5, CSS 3, and JavaScript (TypeScript, node.js, npm, and familiarity with at least one of the major JavaScript frameworks, such as, Angular, React, or Vue)
• Experience supporting and developing for content management systems, such as, Word Press and Omeka.
• Experience developing software functionality leveraging RESTful APIs and JSON arrays.
• Experience developing with technologies such as Linux (SuSE Enterprise, CentOS, or RedHat), Apache/Tomcat, Solr, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and PHP
• Expert knowledge in one or more server-side programming languages, specifically, PHP, Java, Ruby, and Python
• Experience incorporating WCAG standards into websites; familiarity with ADA/Section 508 accessibility standards.
• Experience providing management, vision, and direction to a development team.
• Ability to creatively perform analysis and problem solving as necessary to complete specific assignments.
• Having an inclusive leadership style including welcoming diverse perspectives and acknowledging the significance of differences and complexities in background, cultures, values, and viewpoints.
• Aptitude for learning new technologies and working in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Job duties continue to change with the evolving research library environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, and creatively in a software team environment with diverse constituencies, using an agile development process, and to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with enterprise-level systems maintenance and software development, demonstrating significant responsibilities and achievements.
• Experience leading various phases of technology infrastructure projects (concept, investigation, deployment, operations, migration, decommission); in particular projects which require coordination with developers and service stakeholders.
• 4+ years of progressive programming and development experience in two or more programming languages, such as Java, C, Python, or Ruby.
• Experience in full-stack development, both backend and frontend.
• Experience configuring and supporting common open-source library applications such as Omeka, ArchivesSpace, DSpace, etc.
• Experience with IT standard workflows, using task runners and repositories.
• Experience with Containers and VMs.
• Familiarity with Node.js, React.js, Bootstrap, Angular.js.
• Familiar with UX methodologies and processes.

ENVIRONMENT: The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university, and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 38,320 students, with record breaking freshman classes for each of the past three years. UA has also increased graduate student enrollment by seven percent for Fall 2021. Ranked among the top 70 public universities in the nation by U.S. World and News Report’s annual college rankings for more than a decade, UA ranked 67th among public universities in 2020 rankings. UA made the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates in 2021. University of Alabama students continue to win prestigious national awards. Fifty-nine UA students have been named Goldwater Scholars. The University of Alabama has produced a total of 15 Rhodes Scholars, 16 Truman Scholars, 32 Hollins Scholars, and 11 Boren Scholars. The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide for enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 900 currently enrolled, the highest number in UA’s history. Under the leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education. There are currently 36 faculty who have received NSF Career awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists. UA was also recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for the fifth time in six years in 2021-2022. UA is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of over 250,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several larger cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.

The University Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, the UA Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The University Libraries homepage may be accessed at http://www.libraries.ua.edu

Prior to employment the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

SALARY/BENEFITS: 12 month clinical faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Salary range is $70,000-$90,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and advanced degrees. Strong benefits, including professional development support, tuition fee waiver, and matching retirement contributions.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu Click Search Positions, University Libraries in the drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three references, including one current supervisor.

Position open until filled. Applications received by March 10, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration.

The University of Alabama is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including women, members of ethnic minorities, and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the search, contact Michael Arthur, Senior Associate Dean at maarthur@ua.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Electronic Resources Librarian

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a collaborative, dynamic librarian to fill the position of Electronic Resources Librarian. Reporting to the Coordinator of Acquisitions and Electronic Resources, the Electronic Resources Librarian ensures optimal and accurate access to subscription resources, including databases, electronic journals, and e-books. The Electronic Resources Librarian supports the development of new methods of subscription and resource acquisition and strives to increase available resources for The University of Alabama community. As a tenure-track faculty librarian in the Resource Acquisition & Discovery unit, this position contributes to the overall management of the area, helping to ensure completion of goals in an efficient manner in support of university and library strategic goals. The successful candidate must have willingness for continual learning, development, and application of additional expertise through work related experiences and professional development opportunities. They must possess the ability to deal with change, ambiguity, and complex problems in an academic setting.

The University of Alabama Libraries is engaged as a beta partner on the FOLIO project. The Electronic Resources Librarian will work as part of the FOLIO project management cycle as modules are developed and tested. University Libraries currently is a Voyager site and uses EBSCO Discovery Service as its discovery layer.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing subscription resources through the establishment of product trials, license review, access management, record maintenance, subscription renewal, and ongoing vendor relations.
• Collecting and reporting financial and usage statistics in various forms.
• Processing invoices in a timely manner.
• Using ILS acquisitions modules for financial management and processing of collections, currently Voyager and FOLIO.
• Troubleshooting, customizing, and linking in EBSCO Discovery Service;
• Activating and managing new and existing e-resources within the knowledgebase of the University Libraries access management systems.
• Developing proactive methods to preempt e-resource access problems before they are reported.
• Resolving problems relating to e-resources access in a timely manner.
• Monitoring trends in e-resource management, analyzing tools and workflows, exploring new models and recommending changes to existing tools and workflows as appropriate.
• Providing information, training, and support to inform colleagues and the campus of new features and interface changes related to e-resource discovery.
• Promoting and improving resource access by updating, customizing, and integrating interfaces for e-resource discovery, including vendor platforms for databases/e-journals/e-books, and other library resources.
• Responsibilities of the position evolve as the library environment continues to change.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program
• Prior experience working in an academic library.
• Demonstrated aptitude and experience with relevant information technology, such as integrated library systems, open-URL link resolvers, and Microsoft Office applications, including proficiency with Excel.
• Knowledge of web technologies and metadata standards related to effective e-resource access and discovery. Demonstrated ability to plan, initiate, and implement effective programs, projects, and services.
• Strong commitment to customer service excellence.
• Proven ability to utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to view issues from an institutional and library-wide perspective and to manage organizational change.
• Commitment to conduct research and scholarship consistent with the requirements of a tenure-track faculty appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years’ experience working with electronic resources in an academic research library setting.
• Detailed understanding of current models, practices, and tools used by academic libraries for the acquisition and management of e-resources.
• Familiarity with collection analysis and assessment of print and electronic resources, including an understanding of the COUNTER usage data standard
• A thorough understanding of records management and organizational strategies necessary to coordinate and maintain e-resources workflow effectively (e.g., tracking purchases, subscription terms, payments, access set-up, etc.)
• Proficiency with the EBSCO suite of tools, including EBSCOAdmin, EBSCONet, EBSCO Usage Consolidation, EBSCO Collection Manager, EBSCO API, Full Text Finder, GOBI, etc.
• Knowledge of or experience with the FOLIO library services platform

ENVIRONMENT: The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university, and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 38,320 students, with record breaking freshman classes for each of the past three years. UA has also increased graduate student enrollment by seven percent for Fall 2021. Ranked among the top 70 public universities in the nation by U.S. World and News Report’s annual college rankings for more than a decade, UA ranked 67th among public universities in 2020 rankings. UA made the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates in 2021. University of Alabama students continue to win prestigious national awards. Fifty-nine UA students have been named Goldwater Scholars. The University of Alabama has produced a total of 15 Rhodes Scholars, 16 Truman Scholars, 32 Hollins Scholars, and 11 Boren Scholars. The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide for enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 900 currently enrolled, the highest number in UA’s history. Under the leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education. There are currently 36 faculty who have received NSF Career awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists. UA was also recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for the fifth time in six years in 2021-2022. UA is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of over 250,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several larger cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.

The University Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, the UA Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The University Libraries homepage may be accessed at http://www.libraries.ua.edu

Prior to employment the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

SALARY/BENEFITS: 12-month tenure track faculty appointment as an Assistant Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications, experience, and advanced degrees. Strong benefits including professional development support and tuition fee waiver.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu Click Search Positions, University Libraries in the drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three references, including one current supervisor.

Position open until filled. Applications received by Feb 10, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration.

The University of Alabama is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including women, members of ethnic minorities, and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the search, contact Michael Arthur, Senior Associate Dean at maarthur@ua.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Research & Instructional Services Librarian – Music, Fine Arts, and Performing Arts

The University of Alabama seeks a forward-thinking librarian with innovative ideas for learning-centered approaches to research and instructional services in fine arts, performing arts, and music. Reporting to the Head of Gorgas Information Services, this position works with campus faculty to develop instructional materials and library assignments and identify needs and opportunities for outreach in assigned academic departments in fine arts, performing arts, and music. The ideal candidate possesses a strong desire to teach and seeks out further knowledge in teaching and learning theories.

Candidates are members of a liaison team across the Libraries. Teaching, as part of liaison duties, will be evaluated annually by the Coordinator of Library Instruction. This position will be responsible for developing a robust instruction and outreach program, both in-person and online, while also offering software application training and support related to areas of responsibility for the disciplines assigned. This position provides oversight of the Music Library which contains over 50,000 scores, books, and journals, 50+ subject specific databases, audio/video equipment, and recording booths. This position plans and coordinates activities for individuals who are involved in creative programs and communities in music, fine, and performing arts, as well as participates in instruction for First-Year Writing. This position promotes collaboration and shared information experiences among graduate students, assists with development and implementation of assessment initiatives aimed at improving services and collections, and creates and utilizes a variety of technologies and media for the advancement of library goals and objectives. This position creates digital learning objects related to liaison areas and collaborates with a broad range of stakeholders to conceptualize, define, and deliver contemporary services in support of cutting-edge approaches in instruction and research.

The candidate will work in a collaborative environment in the University Libraries and must have a willingness for continual learning, development, and application of additional expertise through work-related experiences and professional development opportunities. Candidate must also possess the ability to deal with change, ambiguity, and complex problems in an academic setting. This position may also provide outreach to non-academic units such as student housing to develop events and services that promote the University Libraries, supervise staff and students as required, and perform other duties/functions as requested. Responsibilities of the position evolve as the library environment continues to change. The University of Alabama Libraries is currently re-envisioning the liaison program with more emphasis on outreach and seeking opportunities to work with campus faculty and students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Undergraduate degree in fine arts, performing arts, or music.
• Ability to provide instruction, reference, and collection management for the School of Music, the Department of Art and Art History, and the Department of Theatre & Dance.
• Teach students digital literacies effectively that include the use of technologies and apps.
• Teach and promote streaming audio and video resources in liaison areas.
• Manage and support sound studios.
• Knowledge of reference/instructional services in an academic library setting.
• Knowledge of trends and services in academic libraries to support undergraduate and graduate education.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in information literacy instruction and information technologies.
• Awareness of new and emerging technologies and how they can be utilized in an academic library.
• Ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects.
• Understanding of ways to market and promote instruction, collections, and services to various groups.
• Demonstration of ability, interest, and willingness to assume additional and/or new responsibilities, along with the ability to set and model high-performance standards.
• Ability to conceptualize, articulate, and implement short and long-range goals.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to solve problems, using sound judgment in decision-making according to an established timeframe.
• Friendly, approachable, public service attitude.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, along with skills associated with listening, negotiating, compromising, and adapting.
• Proven interpersonal skills evidenced by the ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff.
• Ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate degree in fine arts, performing arts, or music.
• One to three years of experience in an academic library supporting music, fine arts, or performing arts.
• Teaching experience.
• Reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages.
• Experience developing LibGuides, tutorials, and learning objects. Functional knowledge of WordPress, CSS, HTML, and the Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Experience with Blackboard or another Learning Management System.

ENVIRONMENT: The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university, and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 38,320 students, with record breaking freshman classes for each of the past three years. UA has also increased graduate student enrollment by seven percent for Fall 2021. Ranked among the top 70 public universities in the nation by U.S. World and News Report’s annual college rankings for more than a decade, UA ranked 67th among public universities in 2020 rankings. UA made the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Graduates in 2021. University of Alabama students continue to win prestigious national awards. Fifty-nine UA students have been named Goldwater Scholars. The University of Alabama has produced a total of 15 Rhodes Scholars, 16 Truman Scholars, 32 Hollins Scholars, and 11 Boren Scholars. The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide for enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 900 currently enrolled, the highest number in UA’s history. Under the leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education. There are currently 36 faculty who have received NSF Career awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists. UA was also recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars for the fifth time in six years in 2021-2022. UA is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of over 250,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several larger cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.

The University Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, the UA Libraries serves Alabama libraries and the public. The University Libraries homepage may be accessed at http://www.libraries.ua.edu

Prior to employment the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.

SALARY/BENEFITS: 12 month clinical faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Salary range is $52,000-$65,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and advanced degrees. Strong benefits, including professional development support, tuition fee waiver, and matching retirement contributions.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu Click Search Positions, University Libraries in the drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three references, including one current supervisor.

Position open until filled. Applications received by February 24, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration.

The University of Alabama is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including women, members of ethnic minorities, and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the search, contact Michael Arthur, Senior Associate Dean at maarthur@ua.edu

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER