Head Librarian – Research and Instruction
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Reporting to the University Librarian and serving on the leadership council for the University Libraries, the Head of Research and Instruction (R&I) leads and develops research and instructional services for the Creighton University Libraries. The R&I department supports nine schools and colleges across two campuses (Omaha, NE, and Phoenix, AZ) through a liaison librarian service model. The head of R&I leads the integration and expansion of information and related literacies, including AI literacy, within university curricula to improve student learning outcomes; leads programs and partnerships to advance research and scholarship; and leads the assessment of R&I activities to demonstrate impact and for the continuous improvement and evolution of services.
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction
- Minimum of three years of supervisory experience, preferably supervising professionals with faculty status
- Experience with data-driven decision-making
- Knowledge of scholarly publishing metrics and experience using tools to demonstrate research impact
- Knowledge of or experience with data-intensive research across the disciplines
- Knowledge of or experience with systematic review services
- Familiarity with clinical library services
- Familiarity with course management software, such as Canvas
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Candidates should submit their application and ensure to attach the following:
- Cover Letter
- Resume or Curriculum vitae
Review of applications will begin in November 2024.
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