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 for several subjects: Africana Studies, Anthropology & Archaeology, Geography & GIS, Native American Studies, 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

Compensation Range:

• $47.42 to $51.32 per hour (Adjunct Lecturer)

How to Apply:

To express your interest, submit the following three items:

1. One-page cover letter
2. Resume
3. Names & Contact information of two professional references

Email the information to library@qc.cuny.edu with the subject line “Adjunct Social Sciences Librarian.”

Apply online here

Submit specified application materials to library@qc.cuny.edu.