Non Tenure Track, Open Rank Learning and Research Librarian

About the role

Florida International University Libraries seeks enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and innovative individuals to serve as Learning and Research Librarians. We anticipate offering three (3) positions in our Learning and Research department. Two positions are available at Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC), and one position at Biscayne Bay Campus (BBC).

Responsibilities

• Participates in patron service delivery to faculty and students and provides reference services via in-person and virtual modes.
• Supports faculty and student learning by providing proactive concierge-style support, including in-depth consultations, virtual and in-person assistance, targeted resource guidance, and other related services.
• Contributes to Learning and Research instructional programming.
• Serves as a liaison to an assigned disciplinary area.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the FIU Libraries' collections, both print and electronic, in assigned disciplines.
• Supports faculty in integrating information literacy and research topics into instruction.
• Provides research consultations, instructional support, and promote library resources and services to varied patron communities.
• Develops guides, exhibitions, and programs to enhance teaching, learning, and research support.
• Affirms the ability to work independently and as part of a team with a flexible and adaptable attitude.
• Works cooperatively on departmental or library-wide initiatives as related and assigned.
• Maintains current awareness of emerging instructional skills and techniques and their applications to library instruction.
• Participates in scholarship, faculty governance, and service as a library faculty member.
• Develops and delivers instruction sessions, workshops, and learning materials.
• Collaborates with faculty to integrate library resources and research skills into course curricula and pedagogy.
• Creates engaging communication materials (e.g., newsletters, social media content, guides) to highlight library initiatives and support academic engagement.
• Participates in campus and community events to represent the library and foster collaborative relationships.
• Explores new and emerging methods and technologies in the provision of library services, focusing on those related to open scholarship and associated activities.
• Participates in continuing education, conferences, workshops, seminars, or other activities that enhance professional knowledge.
• Contributes to the profession through active participation in professional associations, research, or other scholarly activities.
• Supervises students and/or staff.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience in library instruction and workshop development, with knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Experience in provision of embedded librarianship services.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in the provision of library services.
• Experience in promoting library services and outreach.
• Experience collaborating and working with cross-functional teams.