Department Chair In Information and Library Science

About the role

The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University (IU) in Bloomington, Indiana invites applications for the position of department chair of the Department of Information and Library Science (ILS). The search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, but applications received by August 15, 2025 will be assured full consideration.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an excellent scholarly and teaching record with a forward-looking research and teaching agenda.
• Documented record of leadership experience in an academic setting.
• Familiarity with the ALA accreditation process.
• A vision for the future of the department, continuing its long-standing leadership position in the Information and Library Science field.

Requirements

• Tenured candidate at the rank of full professor.
• Excellent scholarly and teaching record.
• Leadership experience in an academic setting.
• Familiarity with ALA accreditation process.
• Vision for the future of the department.

Qualifications

• PhD in Information Science, Library Science, or related field.
• Experience in academic administration and leadership.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop faculty and students.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of ALA accreditation standards.
• Experience with digital libraries, AI, archival research, data mining, and computer-mediated communication.

Benefits

Indiana University provides a comprehensive benefits program for full-time appointed employees. Coverage for core benefit plans, such as basic life insurance and a base retirement plan, are entirely paid by the University. For detailed benefit options please visit: https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/neweeo/prof-index.html.

Pay

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

The position will begin on January 1, 2026.

Contact

Candidates should review the application requirements; learn about IU, the Luddy School, and benefits; and apply online at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/29389. Questions may be sent to the Chair of the Search Committee, Pnina Fichman (fichman@iu.edu).