Adjunct Sciences Librarian
Queens College
Job posted to this site on July 31st at 4:13pm
Application Deadline: August 16th 2024
Part Time
Job Description
This is a part-time position at Queens College Library (QCL), City University of New York. As a member of the Library Faculty this public services position reports to the Chief Librarian & Chair, through a coordinating or supervising librarian as appropriate.
Responsibilities: Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions:
- Serves as a subject specialist in several subjects: Biology, Family- Nutrition-Exercise Science, Health & Medicine, etc.
- Provides research & reference assistance via in-person, online, hybrid
- Participates in our instruction program by teaching sessions for ENGL 110, for assigned and related subjects, for other kinds of sessions
- Develops subject-based learning objectives and instruction materials
- Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach in assigned and related subjects
- To support applied learning in a holistic way, works in collaboration with library colleagues who provide specialized resources and services
- Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing resources in assigned and related subjects, collaborating to support exhibits & events
- Participates in relevant teams, performs other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or in a closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to teach successfully, and to work with others for the good of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Librarianship & Teaching:
- One semester’s experience providing library research/reference service
- One semester’s experience doing library instruction, or teaching
Subject Knowledge & Skills:
- Undergraduate or graduate degree related to the position’s subjects
- Familiarity with current trends, digital resources, and research strategies related to the position’s subjects
Employment Terms:
- This part-time position for about 15 hours per week is renewable on a semesterly basis, subject to evaluation, for a total of 625 hours per year
- Evening/weekend hours may be required to ensure service operations
This is an in-person position that requires working on-site.
Location
65-30 Kissena Blvd., Flushing, NY 11366Compensation
$47-$51/hour
Application URL or Email
Submit specified application materials to library@qc.cuny.edu.