Assistant Professor/Res & Inst Librarian - Health and Human Sciences Liaison - #002828

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

As the subject librarian for the College of Health and Human Sciences, this librarian will assume primary responsibility for the promotion and delivery of library instruction and services to undergraduate and graduate students and faculty in disciplines of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Athletic Training, Emergency Medical Care, Environmental Health, Nutrition and Dietetics, Recreational Therapy, Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Social Work. More information on each program can be found here: https://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/HHS/# . This librarian will also be responsible for developing and maintaining the Library's database, journal, book, and audiovisual collections serving the Health and Human Sciences.

All ARIS librarians at Hunter Library provide interdisciplinary, high-quality research assistance and library instruction in a collegial environment and work on a flexible schedule, including work outside traditional business hours. ARIS librarians also participate-both on campus and at other instructional sites-in an active information literacy program and collaborate with colleagues in library-wide decision-making and initiatives. The successful candidate will assume responsibility for additional duties, projects, assignments, and initiatives as needed or assigned. Hunter Library is a progressive and innovative organization and serves a growing, dynamic university. It has a decades-long reputation for world-class service to faculty and students. Professional scholarship and development are expected and supported.

This is a 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position reporting to the Head of Access, Research and Instruction Services. The successful candidate will be professionally engaged, inquisitive, creative, and up to the challenge of serving a growing and evolving College with a diverse offering of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a number of online and distance education initiatives. Faculty librarians are fully committed to fulfilling tenure requirements in teaching/librarianship, service, and scholarship.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,000 - $65,000. Offerings and benefits include 24 days of annual vacation leave, 12 days of annual sick leave, and a choice of medical and retirement plans. See our Human Resources website for more information about benefits ( https://www.wcu.edu/discover/campus-services-and-operations/human-resources-and-payroll/index.aspx)

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship

* Desire to learn and practice the craft of reference in all subject areas

* Demonstrated understanding of principles and best practices of information literacy instruction.

* Knowledge of a wide range of information tools and sources and a creative, persistent approach to finding authoritative information.

* Critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication skills.

* Initiative and ability to work productively, both independently and as a part of a team.

* Familiarity with current trends in library technology and electronic resources, along with the ability to apply this knowledge to a local situation

* Time management and organizational skills to balance a varied workload, including scholarship and service.

* Commitment to public service.

* Initiative to provide outreach to students, faculty, and other constituencies.

* Flexibility to adapt and respond to the ever-changing landscape of information services in an academic library.

* A Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program of library or information science, or an international equivalent.

* At least 2 years of experience providing information literacy instruction.

* At least 2 years of experience providing research and reference assistance to library users in an interdisciplinary environment.

* Demonstrated knowledge of health and human sciences, and general reference sources for these areas.

* An undergraduate or graduate degree in a health, human sciences or related discipline, or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.

* Reference experience in an academic, governmental, hospital, industry, or non-profit library serving Health and Human Sciences practitioners.

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned and a list references.

For more information, contact search chair Scottie Kapel at skapel@email.wcu.edu

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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