What are the responsibilities and job description for the University of Alaska is hiring: Assistant Professor of Library Science in Fairba position at University of Alaska?
Are you passionate about science and eager to support a top-tier research university? The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), Rasmuson Library, is seeking a high-energy, innovative Assistant Professor of Science Library to join our team and make a significant impact!
This position serves the leading research university in Alaska, and requires an independent, out-going self-starter who is attentive to detail, and who is dedicated to meeting the science information needs of UAF science faculty, staff and students.
Key Responsibilities :
- Engage and Collaborate : Work closely with students and faculty to ensure library collections and services meet evolving information needs.
- Educate and Inspire : Develop curriculum and teach the core 101 Library Science course, along with specialized instruction and training sessions.
- Curate and Manage : Collaborate with the Collection Development Librarian to assess, select, and allocate budgets for science collections.
- Lead and Participate : Serve on various library, university, and professional committees, contributing to the broader academic community.
- Promote Excellence : Collaborate effectively and equitably with all library staff and faculty, and fulfill all requirements for faculty promotion and tenure.
Minimum Qualifications :
Position Details :
This position is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, exempt faculty, tenure track position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. The university offers an attractive work environment and strong competitive benefits.
The position's initial review will be on Monday, September 30, 2024 and the position will remain open until a successful candidate is identified. For full consideration please submit your application by Sunday, September 29, 2024 by 11 : 55 p.m. Alaska Standard Time.
Please include with the submission of your application the following documents :
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Wendy Frandsen, HR Coordinator at wlfrandsen@alaska.edu.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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