Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number 2022183 Classification Title Position Title Assistant Professor, Dept of Learning & Research FTE 1.00 FLSA Salary $53,500 - $60,000 Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:
The librarian is responsible for providing research services, information literacy instruction, and outreach to support and to advocate for the research needs of Lamar University / Lamar Institute of Technology constituents. Additionally, the librarian will engage in meaningful scholarship and service within and beyond the university.

What Youll Do Position Responsibilities:

• Research Services
  • Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based research services
  • Provides research services in person and virtually (e.g., email, phone, chat)
  • Conducts research consultations in person and virtually (e.g., Teams)
  • Creates and maintains library guides in SpringShare LibGuides
  • Contributes to assessment & reporting initiatives (e.g., RefStats, Departmental Annual Reports)
• Instruction Services
  • Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based instruction services
  • Conducts one-shot instructional sessions and library orientations for for-credit courses and to support specific partners (e.g., Office of Undergraduate Research, McNair Scholars, Honors College) in person and virtually (e.g., Teams, Blackboard)
  • Develops effective instructional materials (e.g., lesson plans, online tutorials, videos)
  • Collaborates with faculty to integrate information literacy across the curriculum.
  • Teaches sections of librarys credit bearing courses, includingLIBR1101 andLIBR1301 specific, for-credit courses.
• Outreach
  • Participates in and promotes workshops, events, and other programming relevant to Lamar University individually and collaboratively.
  • Contributes to social media and develops exhibits/displays.
  • Consistently participates in collaborative partnerships and relationships in the library, university, and surrounding community events to promote library services and serve as a liaison to academic departments or programs.
• Scholarship
  • Engage in scholarship and research appropriate for a tenured/tenure-track faculty librarian, including but not limited to scholarly publications, conference presentations, and professional service to the academic community, all in line with updated tenure and promotion guidelines.
  • Maintain awareness of the latest trends in librarianship and information science through ongoing professional development and participation in relevant professional organizations.
• Service
  • Serve on university and library committees as appointed by the Dean or other officials.
  • Lead or participate in outreach efforts to promote and enhance library resources and services within the academic community to faculty and students.
  • Engage in professional service, contributing to the library and academic profession.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to answer questions and provide research support in a variety of environment
• Ability to provide instruction and create effective instructional materials in a variety of environments and formats
• Ability to establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Record of achievement in maintaining and developing professional knowledge and skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing strategic vision and workflow management
• Ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with a variety of colleagues.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Familiarity and facility in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with Springshare products, including LibGuides, LibChat, LibWizard and LibCal or similar software solutions.
• Ability to create and publish scholarly works
• Knowledge and experience in the use of information resources in all formats, with an emphasis on digital resources

Physical Requirements:Able to lift 25 pounds and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions:Indoor office conditions

Extensive computers use

Occasional weekend or evening work may be required

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
• Paid time off vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit:Benefits Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Masters degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution
• Library instruction and reference experience in a variety of formats in an academic library
• Working knowledge of areas relevant to librarianship, including but not limited to research strategies and skills and library resources
• Familiarity and facility in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience collaborating with faculty, university students, staff and/or community members to achieve goals.
• Passion for supporting student and faculty success with demonstrated experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Experience with Springshare products, including LibGuides, LibChat, and LibWizard, or similar software solutions.
• Experience with online learning management systems, such as Blackboard, Moodle, or Canvas
• Additional Graduate Degree in second academic discipline.
• Academic studies or background inSTEM

Certification Required Key Competencies Physical Requirements Work Hours Job Conditions EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 04/30/2025 Close Date 07/30/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/15436 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
   • Yes
   • No
2. *Do you have a Masters degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
3. *Do you have Library instruction and reference experience in a variety of formats in an academic library?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Miscellaneous