academic librarian

Indiana University

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>The IU South Bend Libraries seeks a part‑time, hourly librarian position (38 weeks during the academic year) reporting to the Director of Research and Learning. The successful candidate will support the university&rsquo;s teaching, learning, and research mission through information literacy instruction, subject liaison responsibilities, and reference services. Primary responsibilities include teaching credit‑bearing information literacy courses, providing course‑integrated instruction, serving as subject librarian for selected academic programs, and providing reference services. The position also involves participation in library meetings, collaboration on projects and events, and contribution to a responsive and student‑centered library environment.</div>
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<div><div><b>Basic Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div>Required Basic Qualifications:</div><ul>
<li>MLS from an ALA accredited program (American Library Association) required.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in reference and instruction, preferably in an academic or specialized library required.</li><br>
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</ul><div>
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Preferred Basic Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Teaching experience in an academic setting.</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><b>Department Contact for Questions</b></div>
<div>Vincci Kwong<br>
vkwong@iu.edu</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Salary and Rank</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>For Best Consideration Date</b></div> <div>05/26/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Expected Start Date</b></div> <div>08/10/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>IU-101558-2026</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Subject & Instruction Librarian (Part-time)

West Liberty University

<div><p><b>Welcome to West Liberty University!</b></p><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Mission Statement:</b></p>
<p>
West Liberty University is a public university with a rich history of providing students with a comprehensive education from undergraduate to graduate degrees. Through experiential learning and personalized support, we empower students toward scholarly exploration, creative expression, and economic opportunity.</p><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>The Opportunity:</b></p>
<p>
West Liberty University is seeking applications for a Staff Librarian. The Staff Librarian provides leadership to ensure library services effectively support teaching, learning, and research, with a strong emphasis on assisting students with academic research and information literacy. This includes helping students develop research strategies, navigate databases, evaluate sources, and apply proper citation practices.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Staff Librarian delivers professional library services across a range of areas, including reference, interlibrary loan, acquisitions, archives, technical services, and depository management. The role involves direct engagement with students and faculty to support research needs and promote effective use of library resources.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position contributes to the overall effectiveness of library operations by applying established policies to complex situations and supporting continuous improvement in research databases, digital tools, and library services. Work is performed independently under general direction, requiring sound judgment and problem-solving skills to address varied and often complex issues. Decisions made in this role have a meaningful impact on library services and support the institution&rsquo;s broader mission of student success and academic excellence.</p><br>
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<p><b>
Essential Functions of the position:</b></p>
<ul>
<li> Provide academic research assistance to students and faculty, including developing research strategies,<br>
navigating databases, evaluating sources, and supporting proper citation practices</li>
<li> Deliver reference and library services across multiple areas, including interlibrary loan, acquisitions,<br>
archives, technical services, and depository management</li>
<li>Promote and support information literacy through one-on-one assistance, workshops, and collaboration<br>
with faculty</li>
<li>Ensure equitable access to library resources, services, and systems in both physical and virtual<br>
environments</li>
<li>Develop and implement library policies and operational guidelines that support institutional goals and<br>
maintain the integrity of services</li>
<li>Support collection development, ensuring adequate and relevant research resources are available within<br>
budget and aligned with academic needs</li>
<li>Monitor and adapt to technological advancements, including maintaining knowledge of research<br>
databases and digital tools</li>
<li>Manage and oversee licensing, copyright, and consortia agreements to ensure compliance and access to<br>
resources</li>
<li>Assist in the supervision of library staff, including assigning work, supporting performance evaluations,<br>
and contributing to personnel decisions as appropriate</li>
<li>Collaborate with campus partners to enhance student success, research support, and academic<br>
engagement</li>
<li>Perform other job-related duties as assigned</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Education &amp; Experience Requirements:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduate degree in related area required</li>
<li>At least 3 years of relevant, related, experience, including student employment experience required.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Skills/Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong organization and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, faculty and other university departments.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Why you should apply:</b></p><br>
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</p><p>West Liberty University offers generous benefits, including approximately 2 days of annual leave (vacation) per month and 12-13 paid holidays. Visit the WLU Benefit Page for more details: https://westliberty.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits</p><br>
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For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.</p><br>
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</p><p>Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.<br>
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<p>For more information about living in the Wheeling area please visit Wheeling: Live Here - Weelunk</p><br>
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West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at hr@westliberty.edu.</p><br>
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West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.</p><br>
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Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment.</p><br>
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<p>
West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.</p></div>

Staff Librarian

Southern Methodist University

<div><div><b>AI &amp; Digital Research Librarian (HR Title: Librarian I-III)</b> <b>-</b> <b>(</b><b>CEN00000066</b><b>)</b></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><p><b><br>
Salary Range:</b></p><p>
$54,581.40 &ndash; $60,646.00 Commensurate with the Rank of Librarian 1</p><p>
$66,193.20 &ndash; $73,548.00 Commensurate with the Rank of Librarian 2</p><p>
$76,946.40 &ndash; $85,496.00 Commensurate with the Rank of Librarian 3</p><p><b>
About SMU</b></p><p>
SMU&rsquo;s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University&rsquo;s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.</p><p>
SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Lyle School of Engineering, Meadows School of the Arts, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, Dedman School of Law, Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies.</p><p>
SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem &ndash; paired with entrepreneurial drive &ndash; creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.</p><p>
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU&rsquo;s relationship with Dallas &ndash; the dynamic center of one of the nation&rsquo;s fastest-growing regions &ndash; offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.</p><p>
SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.</p><p><b>
About the Position:</b></p><p>
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.</p><p>
SMU Libraries seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking AI &amp; Digital Research Librarian to lead and expand support for artificial intelligence-enabled research and digital scholarship initiatives. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in partnership with faculty, students, and campus colleagues and thrives in the iterative nature of the research process, where exploration, experimentation, and refinement are essential to discovery.</p><p>
This position is situated within the Research &amp; Digital Strategy unit of SMU Libraries, which brings together the Norwick Center for Digital Solutions (nCDS) and the Research &amp; Scholarly Initiatives (RSI) team to support AI-enabled and digitally driven research. The unit collaborates with faculty, students, and staff on artificial intelligence and machine learning, research data management, open access publishing, scholarly repositories, and digital scholarship, while connecting researchers with SMU Libraries&rsquo; distinctive special collections through digitization and digital preservation to advance innovative, technology-informed research.</p><p>
Building on the success of SMU Libraries&rsquo; 2025-2026 AI for Research cohorts of faculty and graduate students, this position will support new and ongoing projects that incorporate AI to advance innovative solutions in research and teaching. Working in partnership with faculty, students, librarians, and Office of Information Technology (OIT) staff, the librarian will support prompt engineering, prototype research workflows, and advise on AI-enabled research environments. This role will further solidify the Libraries&rsquo; position as a trusted research partner while ensuring alignment with SMU&rsquo;s new strategic framework that will launch in fall 2026.</p><p>
This is an exciting time to join SMU Libraries as it continues to invest in innovative spaces and partnerships that support scholarship. The AI &amp; Digital Research Librarian will be housed in the Research Lab within the Rees-Jones Library of the American West, a dynamic hub where researchers will engage with SMU Libraries&rsquo; special collections and develop projects that integrate rare and archival materials with emerging technologies, including AI and machine learning. In this role, the AI &amp; Digital Research Librarian will design and lead programming, workshops, and research support services within the lab, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and enabling researchers to explore new methods of discovery, analysis, and creative expression.</p><p>
SMU is a nationally ranked private research university in Dallas, TX, with eight degree-granting schools. SMU Libraries includes six libraries on the main campus and one library at our satellite location in Taos, NM.</p><p>
SMU Libraries and the SMU campus is dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We seek to hire a person who shares our values of a diverse and equitable workplace based on teamwork with a proactive and positive approach in all that we do.</p><p><b>
Essential Functions:</b></p><p><b>
AI Research Strategy and Service Design</b></p><ul><li><p>
Assist researchers with prompt engineering to enable AI-assisted workflows.</p></li><li><p>
Evaluate commercial and open-source AI tools for research applicability, usability, and risk.</p></li><li><p>
Test retrieval-augmented and generative approaches.</p></li><li><p>
Translate researcher needs into clearly defined use cases and service models.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Digital Scholarship Initiatives</b></p><ul><li><p>
Collaborate on digital research projects by contributing expertise on AI, data management, and project management.</p></li><li><p>
Advise researchers on tools for data-driven scholarship and emerging scholarly formats.</p></li><li><p>
Support text analysis, data visualization, and digital mapping research methods.</p></li><li><p>
Support research projects that engage SMU Libraries&rsquo; digital collections.</p></li></ul><p><b>
AI Infrastructure and Research Systems</b></p><ul><li><p>
Collaborate with OIT and library systems teams to define requirements and use cases for AI-enabled research environments.</p></li><li><p>
Work with digital collections staff to identify, evaluate, and potentially develop AI tools for metadata and description workflows.</p></li><li><p>
Serve as liaison between researchers and technical teams to ensure infrastructure decisions align with research needs.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Instruction and AI Literacy</b></p><ul><li><p>
In collaboration with subject librarians, design and deliver workshops and instruction materials for AI literacy in research.</p></li><li><p>
Educate users on limitations and biases of AI systems.</p></li><li><p>
Support the integration of AI awareness and AI literacy within research and information literacy programming.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with library colleagues to develop internal guidance on the evaluation, adoption, and use of AI tools.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Professional Development</b></p><ul><li><p>
Continue professional growth through publishing, presentations, or participation and leadership in professional organizations.</p></li><li><p>
Serves on or chairs library, university and professional organization committees as appropriate.</p></li><li><p>
Engage with and contribute to national conversations relating to AI and digital research, demonstrating a thorough understanding of trends.</p></li></ul><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><p><b><br>
Education and Experience:</b></p><p><b>
Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Science or advanced degree in other relevant or related field.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience in engaging with evolving AI/ML tools in teaching and/or research.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience collaborating on digital scholarship or digital research initiatives.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience providing instruction, consultations, or workshops in an academic setting.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.</p></li><li><p>
Strong verbal and written communication.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
PhD, Ed.D., D.L.S., or other terminal doctoral degree in a relevant field Preferred.</p></li><li><p>
Project management experience.</p></li><li><p>
Strong knowledge of AI platforms and concepts such as vibe coding and bot construction as they apply to academic research, teaching, and/or libraries.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working collaboratively across library and IT environments.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and R and frameworks such as Hugging Face and TensorFlow.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working with Special Collections, archives, or primary source materials in digital contexts.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of copyright, intellectual property, and other ethical considerations in digital and AI-enabled scholarship.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with digital scholarship tools that support text analysis, data visualization, and/or GIS/digital mapping.</p></li><li><p>
Candidates hired at the rank of Librarian 2 will require at least 2 years of work experience in an academic setting or research library. Candidates hired at the rank of Librarian 3 will require at least 5 years of experience in an academic setting or a research library.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b></p><p>
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.</p><p>
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.</p><p><b>
Physical and Environmental Demands:</b></p><ul><li>
Sit for long periods of time</li></ul><p><b>
Deadline to Apply:</b></p><p>
Open until filled. Applications submitted by <b>May 27, 2026 </b>will receive priority consideration.</p><p>
To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit:</p><ul><li><p>
A resume or CV,</p></li><li><p>
A cover letter that addresses the education and experience required and preferred for this position.</p></li></ul><p><b>
EEO Statement</b></p><p>
SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.</p><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p><p>
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.</p><p>
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.</p><p>
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.</p><div><br>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> USA-TX-Dallas</div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Library Services</div><div><b>
Organization</b><b>:</b> Central University Libraries</div><div><b>
Schedule</b><b>:</b> Regular</div><div><b>
Shift</b><b>:</b> Staff</div><div><b>
Employee Status</b><b>:</b> Individual Contributor</div><div><b>
Job Type</b><b>:</b> Full-time</div><div><b>
Job Level</b><b>:</b> Day Job</div><div><b>
Travel</b><b>:</b> No</div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Apr 28, 2026, 1:03:13 PM</div></div>

AI & Digital Research Librarian (HR Title: Librarian I-III)

Northwest Nazarene University

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p><p>
Each library faculty position includes three major areas: functional responsibilities, research and instruction responsibilities, and liaison responsibilities.
</p><p><b>Functional responsibilities for</b> <b>Access</b> <b>Services Librarian include:</b></p><ul><li>
Coordinating aspects of collection management operations including cataloging and processing of all collections (monographs including eBooks, periodicals, media &amp; government documents)</li><li>
Collaborating with other library faculty on selection &amp; maintenance of digital resources, including troubleshooting access issues utilizing vendor admin and authentication platforms</li><li>
Supervising Collection Management staff</li><li>
Overseeing the integrated library system (OPALS)</li><li>
Coordinating all aspects of interlibrary loan services</li><li>
Managing the online NNU Institutional Repository</li><li>
Ensuring that the library adheres to all regulations of the Federal Depository Library Program</li><li>
Other responsibilities as assigned</li></ul><p><b>
Research &amp; Instruction responsibilities include:</b></p><ul><li>
Serving regularly scheduled hours at the Research Help Desk including some evening and &ldquo;on-call&rdquo; hours</li><li>
Providing general research assistance through scheduled consultations, phone, email, chat, and onsite referrals</li><li>
Providing library instruction in both face-to-face and online environments for assigned academic departments/programs</li><li>
Developing online instructional guides in collaboration with the Instruction and Research Services Librarian</li></ul><p><b>
Liaison responsibilities include:</b></p><ul><li>
Collection management for assigned academic departments/programs</li><li>
Working collaboratively with faculty to develop appropriate information literacy/learning activities</li><li>
Promoting library resources and services for all users</li><li>
Creatively engaging with the Learning Commons partners to enhance services</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
ALA accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent required</li><li>
Ability to work in a team environment</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively and work efficiently with faculty in a variety of disciplines</li><li>
Evidence of leadership in collaborative activities</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and the ability to respond efficiently to changing needs and priorities</li><li>
Awareness of developing technologies and tools appropriate for library applications</li><li>
Familiarity with integrated library systems</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Experience in an academic library</li><li>
Teaching experience at the college/university level</li><li>
Strong customer service background</li><li>
Experience using the Springshare suite of online products</li><li>
Experience and familiarity with OPALS</li><li>
Experience in a learning commons environment</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Application Process</b></p><p><i>
Please provide the following in order to be considered for the position:</i></p><ul><li>
A complete curriculum vitae (CV)</li><li>
Cover letter</li><li>
Personal Spiritual Pilgrimage</li><li>
Membership in a Christian community of faith</li><li>
Philosophy of Christian Higher education</li><li>
Philosophy of Teaching</li><li>
Official Transcripts (unofficial transcripts will be accepted, however if offered the position we will need official copies)</li></ul><p><i>
Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights act of 1964, as amended.)</i></p></div>

Access Services Librarian

Missouri State University

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Assistant Professor, Library (Student Success)12-month appt</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Springfield Campus</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Library</div>
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<div><div><b>HR Home Department</b></div> <div>020900 LIBRARY</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div> <div>Unclassified</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship Information</b></div>
<div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position may not be eligible for work visa sponsorship.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?</b></div> <div>No, Position is available to all applicants.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Faculty Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Tenure Track</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Term (if applicable)</b></div> <div>12 month</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Begin Date of Appointment</b></div> <div>08/01/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt</b></div> <div>Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>General Function</b></div>
<div>The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor&rsquo;s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Primary Duties</b></div>
<div><div>The MSU Libraries seek a Student Success Librarian, a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered faculty librarian, to join our team. This 12-month, tenure-track position plays a pivotal role in advancing the academic success, engagement, and retention of students through research and information literacy instruction, with particular emphasis on first-year students, transfer students, international students, and first-generation college students. The Student Success Librarian will join a collegial team of library faculty committed to: teaching, collaboration, and responsive library services in support of the university&rsquo;s mission. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership in emerging areas of academic librarianship such as AI literacy and open education. A portion of this position&rsquo;s time may be spent teaching courses in the Library&rsquo;s Library Science program.<br>
</div><ul><li>Develop, teach, and help assess information literacy instruction with a focus on lower-level undergraduate courses and core curriculum integration.</li>
<li>Provide research assistance and individualized academic support to students across disciplines.</li>
<li>Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and campus partners including First-Year Programs to design programs and initiatives that enhance student learning, engagement, and transition to university life.</li>
<li>Partner with others in the Research &amp; Instructional Services (RIS) unit to integrate AI literacy and critical thinking about information technologies into instruction and outreach.</li>
<li>Support Open Educational Resources (OER) initiatives through advocacy, faculty consultation, and collaboration on affordable learning strategies.</li>
<li>Serve as a liaison librarian to designated academic departments, contributing to collection development, outreach, and curriculum support.</li>
<li>Actively promote library resources and services to the campus community.</li>
<li>Contribute to library and university committees and engage in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.</li>
<li>Teach for-credit library science courses as assigned.</li>
</ul></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
</b></div><div>The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program (or international equivalent</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li>
</ul>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Link to Job Description</b></div> <div>http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>04/09/2026</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>The first date of consideration is May 11, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.<br>
<br>
Official transcripts required at time of hire.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
<div><br>
<b>Non-Discrimination Statement</b><br>
<br>
<br>
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.<br>
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This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.<br>
<br>
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, <b>Compliance@MissouriState.edu</b>, 417-836-4252.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<div>Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>20260022FTF</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85613</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Assistant Professor, Library (Student Success)12-month appt

University of Nebraska at Omaha

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Title</b></div> <div>Assistant /Associate Professor - AI/Emerging Technologies Librarian</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Research and Instruction Services</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Essential Functions</b></div>
<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>To apply, please visit: https://jobs.nebraska.edu/job/Assistant-Professor-AIEmerging-Technologies-Librarian/1653-en_US/?st=27B0E69ACBD0B4FF4A34AE5028D29733A578DF48</b></h1><div>
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The <b>Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library</b> at the University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track/tenured faculty Emerging Technologies and AI Librarian with a negotiable start date during Summer 2026. We are looking for a curious and thoughtful innovator to lead the development and delivery of research and instruction services focused on artificial intelligence and digital literacy at Criss Library.<br>
</div><div><b>Emerging</b> <b>Technologies/AI</b> <b>Librarian</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Guides students and faculty in the ethical and responsible use of AI in research, emphasizing transparency, academic integrity, and responsible use of generative AI tools.</li>
<li>Develops and delivers information literacy instruction and workshops for faculty, staff, and students with an emphasis on AI literacy, ethical AI use, and emerging technologies in information and digital literacy.</li>
<li>As the dedicated faculty librarian for the AI Learning Lab, provides AI Literacy support as well as research assistance and guidance on AI-related topics in research.</li>
<li>Creates and maintains Criss Library&rsquo;s AI and College of Information Science &amp; Technology research resources, including LibGuides, videos, and tutorials about AI integration in databases and the research process, in order to support effective and ethical use of AI and other emerging technologies in academic research.</li>
<li>Leads and participates in Criss Library outreach activities to promote AI literacy and emerging technology research services.</li>
<li>Develops and applies evaluation criteria for the use of emerging AI research tools in research, focusing on access, accuracy, reliability, data privacy, and academic integrity.</li>
<li>Assesses the impact and effectiveness of Criss Library&rsquo;s AI-related instruction, resources, and services.</li></ul><p></p><div><br>
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Subject Specialist:</b></div><ul>
<li>Evaluates and selects appropriate resources (monograph, serial, and electronic resources) for the assigned subject areas in IS&amp;T</li>
<li>Conducts ongoing review and de-selection of materials.</li>
<li>Collaborates with faculty in assigned subject areas to develop and communicate the availability of library resources and services.</li>
<li>Provides general and in-depth research consultations in an appointment-based model for assigned subject areas.</li>
<li>Provides library instruction both online and in person to undergraduate and graduate students.</li></ul><div><br>
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Other Job Responsibilities:</b></div><ul>
<li>Participates in the evaluation and assessment of library programs and services, including compiling and analyzing statistical data.</li>
<li>Maintains current knowledge of advances in artificial intelligence, computing, emerging technologies, and related areas and communicates key trends and recommendations to library staff and campus partners.</li>
<li>Participates in department and library planning.</li>
<li>Develops and documents processes and procedures; periodically reviews and revises processes and procedures as needed.</li>
<li>May have supervisory duties.</li>
<li>Accept and implement other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div><br>
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Faculty Responsibilities:</b></div><ul>
<li>Serves on library and university committees.</li>
<li>Participates in cross-departmental projects within the library.</li>
<li>Participates in professional activities, professional development and scholarly research and publication activities as outlined in the &ldquo;Guidelines on Appointment, Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure Recommendations for Faculty Members of the University Library&rdquo;.</li>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Additional Duties</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Required Qualifications</b></div>
<div><ul><li>A master&rsquo;s degree in library or information sciences from an American Library Association-accredited institution.</li>
<li>Minimum of 2 years experience with information literacy or library instruction in an academic or research library.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience with AI research tools and the ethical, effective integration of AI into the research process.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of emerging technologies, including AI, and their impact on academic libraries and higher education. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information, AI literacy, and digital literacy concepts to faculty, students, and staff.</li>
<li>Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a rapidly changing technological environment.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, planning, interpersonal, communication and written skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to set and attain goals effectively.</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div>Preferred: Subject specialist expertise in computing or technology doctorate in library science or related field.</div>
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<div><div><b>Physical Demands</b></div>
<div>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Environment</b></div>
<div>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary</b></div> <div>58,000 - 74,000</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>2026F-00100</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>To apply, please visit: https://jobs.nebraska.edu/job/Assistant-Professor-AIEmerging-Technologies-Librarian/1653-en_US/?st=27B0E69ACBD0B4FF4A34AE5028D29733A578DF48<br>
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All application materials must be submitted digitally through the UNO Employment website. Review of applications is extended to May 7, 2026 and will be accepted until the position is filled.</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Assistant /Associate Professor - AI/Emerging Technologies Librarian

California State University, Long Beach

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 Access Services Librarian, Temporary (Full-Time, 12-Month, Renewable)
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  Effective Date:
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 On or about June 1, 2026
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  Salary Range
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 : The Supervising Librarian, Range 3 (12-Month) classification salary is $85,524 to $182,532 per year, $7,127 to $15,211 per month. The anticipated hiring range is $85,524 to $96,000 per year, $7,127 to $8,000 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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  Application Deadline:
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 Review of applications to begin April 13, 2026. Position open until filled.
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  California State University, Long Beach
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 California State University, Long Beach ( CSULB ) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). CSULB earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2023, joining a distinctive group of colleges and universities who have been recognized for its commitment to Latine/x student success. CSULB is committed to serving diverse students and has established and actively supports the Black Excellence Collegium, dedicated to promoting Black excellence and advancing Black Student Success, and El Concilio for Latinx Success at the Beach, whose mission is to build capacity and promote inclusive servingness across initiatives and efforts for the benefit of all students. The President&rsquo;s Equity and Change Commission is dedicated to achieving inclusive excellence in our community and culture and throughout the university. CSULB&rsquo;s Beach 2030 University Action Plans prioritize engaging all students; expanding access to higher education; promoting intellectual achievement; building community; and cultivating resilience.
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  About The Position
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 Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the Access Services Librarian provides substantive input in the organizational direction of Access Services in consultation with the Library&rsquo;s Administrative Team. The incumbent is responsible for providing planning and oversight to multiple functional areas within the Access Services Department. These areas include Circulation, Interlibrary Loan Services, Reserves/Media Resources, Current Periodicals, and Microtext Services. They manage the operation of ORCA, the library&rsquo;s automatic storage system. They are responsible for Access Services personnel, budgets, and day-to-day operations; participate in the development, recommendation, and administration of Access Services policies, procedures, and processes; and oversee the management and maintenance of physical spaces and equipment assigned to the department.
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 The Access Services Librarian works collaboratively with Technical Services lead and staff; fellow library faculty; and other internal library departments. They also work closely with a range of campus departments, community members, and external agencies and libraries. The incumbent advocates for department needs and promoting departmental expertise and resources internally, externally, and within the profession. The Access Services Librarian monitors academic and technological trends and developments in access services management and recommends appropriate adoption and implementation of new methods related to the functional areas within the department. The person in this position leads CSU Long Beach University Library in providing our patrons and community with access to our evolving collections.
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  Required Qualifications
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   MLS/MLIS from an ALA Accredited program by the date of appointment
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   Minimum two years of experience in management or supervision in an academic library setting
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   Strong service commitment toward a diverse community
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   Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
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   Demonstrated competence in project management
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   Strong collaborative skills and enthusiasm for working with a wide range of patrons, colleagues, community members, and external agencies
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   Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
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   Competence in learning new technology, equipment, and software
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  Preferred Qualifications
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   Demonstrated success in helping students from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized groups, nontraditional students, speakers of languages other than English, and students with learning disabilities
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   Familiarity with ALMA/PRIMO
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   Ability to work onsite with flexible hours, including occasional nights and weekends as needed
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  Job Duties
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 Workplace Type: On-Site (
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 at business location)
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   Supervises day-to-day operations of all functional areas within Access Services: Circulation; Interlibrary Loan Services; Reserves/Media Resources; Current Periodicals; Microtext Services
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   Manages policies, procedures, and workflows for all functional areas within Access Services
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   Collaborates with Technical Services lead and staff on library systems&rsquo; implementations and upgrades
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   Instills high service standards in department staff and student assistants
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   Directs the efficient, appropriate, and timely expenditure of the department budget
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   Oversees planning and direction of Access Services
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   Manages and oversees maintenance of physical spaces and equipment assigned to the department, including, but not limited to: ORCA storage system and related software; Luxer storage lockers and related software
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 CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University&rsquo;s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
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 University Library
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 The University Library supports the instructional and research needs of the campus community through its breadth and depth of collections, exceptional library faculty and staff-led services, and innovative use of library spaces. Currently, there are 19.5 full-time equivalent faculty members. Library faculty serve as subject-specialists and liaisons to CSULB's 63 academic departments and programs, collectively delivering over 800 instruction sessions a semester. We work independently and collaboratively to strengthen student information literacy skills through one-on-one consultations, one-shot instruction, embedded course instruction, and modular and scalable eLearning experiences. We ensure that library collections align with curricular needs and reflect emerging discipline-specific knowledge. The University library has one of the largest collections in the California State University System. It is 8th in the system for print collections, 4th largest in ongoing subscription access, and 6th in overall library budgets.
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 California State University Long Beach's University Library is a busy, teaching-oriented institution supporting a community of over 42,000 students as well as faculty and staff. We are seeking an Access Services Librarian to oversee the daily operations and long-term projects performed by our robust team of Access Services staff.
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 Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits
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  How To Apply - Required Documentation
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   Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their management style with an emphasis on how to incorporate research and other scholarly activities into the work of access services.
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   A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: Student Success Statement
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   CV
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   Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should you reach the finalist stage)
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   Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
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  How to Apply:
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 Click the Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application.
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 Requests for information about the position should be addressed to:
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 California State University, Long Beach
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 University Library Administration
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 1250 Bellflower Boulevard
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 Long Beach, CA 90840
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 Lib-Jobs@csulb.edu
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  Employment Requirements
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 A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
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 The person holding this position is considered a &ldquo;mandated reporter&rdquo; under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
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 Pursuant to the CSU Out of State Employment Policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited effective January 1, 2022. By prohibiting employment outside of California, the CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States. Exceptions to the Policy are limited to approved and documented purposes for conducting CSU business outside of California.
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 All employees who assign and/or oversee work are responsible for ensuring that compliant work controls and procedures consistent with Federal, State and local regulations and University policies are implemented and maintained to provide for the protection of individuals and to safeguard the environment. Everyone is expected to comply with applicable Environmental Health and Safety regulations and University policies, programs and procedures. For more information, the systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/18172024/latest/ and questions may be sent to Environmental_Health_Safety@csulb.edu .
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 The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on-or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow the COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to fahr@csulb.edu .
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 All university program and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with CSU&rsquo;s Nondiscrimination Policy, as well as state and federal law, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. To access CSULB&rsquo;s full statement on Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment, please visit Equity and Compliance .
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Access Services Librarian, Temporary (Full-Time, 12-Month, Renewable)

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