Research and Instruction Librarian

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · Daytona Beach, FL · 1 wk ago

EducationFull-time

About the Role

The Hunt Library at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) invites applications for the position of Research and Instruction Librarian serving a diverse population of residential and online students. The successful candidate will join the Hunt Library, serving Daytona Beach and the Worldwide Campus of online students, working regular business hours including nights and weekends. This professional staff position reports to the Associate Director for Research and Instruction Services.

Hunt Library is a forward-thinking, technologically advanced library organization on the Ex Libris ALMA ILS and offering a robust range of electronic collections and integrated library software. No aviation or aerospace background is required; we welcome librarians from a wide variety of academic disciplines.

Responsibilities

Provide reference services in-person, virtual, and electronic modes as part of a team.
Develop online learning objects and participate in synchronous and asynchronous library instruction.
Engage in creative partnerships with faculty through liaison relationships to develop information literacy.
Participate in collaborative team and cross-departmental assignments and special projects.
Contribute to growing the research presence and agenda, aligning with ERAU’s strategic plan.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science or information studies.
Library reference and research assistance experience, or an interest in research librarianship as a career path.
Library instruction experience and/or an interest in developing pedagogical skills in librarianship.
Demonstrated ability to learn new technology tools and skills and remain current with emerging technologies and processes.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, students, and colleagues.
Ability to work collaboratively across library and organizational teams for projects such as collection management, promotion of library resources, and development of new library artifacts and initiatives.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience communicating effectively in a virtual environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Academic library experience.
Instruction or training experience and comfort presenting to small and large groups.
Database knowledge and searching proficiency.
Experience developing online learning objects or online modules.
Experience training, supervising, or mentoring student assistants.
Experience developing, providing, or assisting with events.
Proficiency with learning management software such as Canvas.

About Us

For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense, and technology industries.

Today, our faculty, researchers, and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems, and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies, and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.

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