Research and Engagement Services - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics...

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Research and Engagement Services Librarian plays a pivotal role in advancing research, teaching, and learning within a vibrant Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) community, with a primary focus on Engineering and Computer & Data Science disciplines. The Librarian will work both independently and collaboratively with library colleagues and campus partners to contribute to academic success through a balanced portfolio of four key activities: collection management, instruction, research support, and client engagement. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking librarian who thrives on collaboration, embraces emerging technologies, and is passionate about supporting STEM scholarship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collection Development & Resource Strategy: Lead the selection and evaluation of resources that meet the specialized needs of engineering and STEM programs and align with university priorities and library goals. Manage budget allocations for discipline-specific resources such as engineering standards, patents, and datasets to ensure comprehensive support for research and instruction. (20%) Instructional Support & Student Success: Design and deliver high-impact instruction that fosters information fluency and research skills. Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum using innovative formats and technologies, including artificial intelligence and data literacies. Contribute to the Research & Engagement Services team's student success initiatives that support academic achievement and lifelong learning. (20%) Research Support: Serve as a trusted partner to faculty and researchers, providing guidance in areas such as scholarly communication, open access publishing, bibliometrics, and research visibility. Offer responsive research support through consultations, chat, and on-call services. (20%) Campus Engagement: Build strong relationships with students, faculty, and departments to understand their evolving needs. Promote library services and resources through targeted outreach, workshops, and user research. Champion emerging forms of scholarship and foster interdisciplinary collaborations that expand the library's impact across campus. (20%) Participate on library and campus committees: Actively participate in library and campus committees to foster collaboration, advance strategic initiatives, and help shape policies and procedures that support student and faculty success. (7%) Demonstrate a record of or interest in engaging in scholarship, creative work, and professional service that contributes to the advancement of academic librarianship. Represent the library at regional and national levels, and support initiatives that enhance the university's research and teaching mission. Maintain fluency in emerging library issues and trends and contribute to strategic initiatives that elevate the library's role in academic excellence. (6%) Understand and articulate organizational culture and strategic alignment. Contribute to the development and maintenance of a work culture of empathy, collaboration, and respect for distinct perspectives. (6%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties as assigned. (1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Regular contact with the Head of Research and Engagement Services to ensure excellent service (31%-45%). Moderate contact with staff at all levels of the organization to support the provision of library services, including discipline-specific collaboration with University Archives and Special Collections (16%-30%). Occasional contact with managers and staff of other units in the library as required by projects (6%-15%). University: Frequent consultation with faculty, including assigned liaison faculty, faculty committees and other department administrators to determine teaching and research informational requirements to make appropriate information management, instruction, and reference consultation decisions (46%-65%). Work regularly with faculty to develop, review, and improve information management policies and procedures (31%-45%). Consult occasionally with other campus librarians to coordinate information management decisions for the provision of library services (6%-15%). Consult regularly with staff throughout the university to develop and implement programs for the delivery of services to students and faculty (31%-45%). External: Participate in local, regional, and national organizations to maintain a network of informational professionals (5%-16%). Infrequent to occasional collaboration with colleagues in OhioLINK and other academic libraries (5%-16%). Infrequent to occasional contact with vendors to support print and electronic resource selections in assigned subject areas (5%-16%). Students: Frequent daily communication with students to provide assistance and information resources to support their education and research needs (46%-65%).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

May manage and supervise a staff or functional area. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may supervise nonexempt staff, student employees, and temporary full or part-time workers.

QUALIFICATIONS

The initial rank of the research and engagement librarian will be based upon the qualifications of the individual regarding that person's professional knowledge, abilities, and skills; contributions to the profession through service and scholarly endeavors; and professional qualities consistent with university and library values. Education/Experience: Master's degree in Library Science or relevant area; 2 years of appropriate experience may be required; advanced degree in STEM preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office/library environment. This position is eligible for the staff hybrid work program.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Subject Expertise: Knowledge of STEM disciplines, particularly engineering and computer and data science, and a familiarity with the research lifecycle, scholarly communication, and academic publishing practices. Instructional & Research Excellence: Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering instruction and applying best practices in information and AI literacy. Provide research support to students, faculty, and staff. Technological Fluency: Able to leverage emerging technologies and tools to enhance research, teaching, and learning. Collection Development: Experience in evaluating, selecting, and managing collections that support STEM disciplines, including specialized resources like engineering technical standards, patents, and datasets. Collaboration & Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and disciplines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to diplomacy and teamwork. Project & Time Management: Effective organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced academic environment. Assessment & Evaluation: Ability to assess and critically analyze outcomes for services, technologies, and resources to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with institutional goals. Professional Engagement: Evidence of or an interest in ongoing professional contributions through publications, presentations, creative work, or service at the regional, or national level. Commitment to a culture of empathy, collaboration, and respect to create a welcoming environment that values distinct perspectives and promotes belonging. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest. Ability to meet consistent attendance. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face-to-face. Willingness to learn and utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI). #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Alabama Libraries