UAB Libraries–-STEM Librarian and Liaison to departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics

Title UAB Libraries–Open Rank-STEM Librarian and Liaison to the departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics

Assignment Category

Assignment Category Full-Time

Rank

Rank Open Rank

Payroll Status

Payroll Status Faculty 12

Job Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) Libraries seeks a creative, enthusiastic, and service-oriented professional for the position of STEM Librarian and liaison to the departments of Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics. Reporting to the Head of the Mervyn H. Sterne Library Department of Research and Learning, the person in this position will provide research, instruction, and outreach services for those four departments.

The librarian will work closely with the STEM Librarian for Engineering and Chemistry.

This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenured track faculty position. This position will be based in the Mervyn H. Sterne Library at UAB . Sterne Library supports teaching, learning, and research in the arts and humanities, business, education, engineering, natural sciences and mathematics, and social and behavioral sciences.

• Master’s degree in library science from a school accredited by the American Library Association or academic credentials appropriate to the position.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Commitment to all patrons in higher education.

• Master’s or other advanced degree in a STEM field.
• An undergraduate degree, formal coursework, or demonstrated interest in a STEM field.
• 1-2 years of relevant library experience (may include internships or other library work).
• Knowledge of reference, instruction, collection development, and outreach services in an academic library setting.
• Knowledge of STEM resources, services, and trends.
• Experience with citation management software such as End Note, Mendeley, and Zotero.
• Familiarity with applying emerging technologies for information and instructional services, including the Springshare suite and Canvas LMS .

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located /titleix .

Special Instructions to Applicants

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)

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UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located /titleix .