Research Services Coordinator
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Education / Teaching
Academic, Education Administration, University Professor
Chicago State University Chicago, IL — USA
Chicago State University Chicago, IL USA Posted Nov 21, 2025 Due Nov 07, 2026
Library and Information Science
Job DescriptionType: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Faculty Rank: Associate Professor
Salary: $90,000/year
Location: Chicago, IL
Department: Gwendolyn Brooks Library, Chicago State University
Posted: 11/07/2025
Posting Number: F260039P
The Gwendolyn Brooks Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, student-success-oriented librarian to serve as Research Services Coordinator. This 12-month faculty position involves leading a team of research and instruction librarians, overseeing reference and research services, and advancing a new reference service model. The role requires engagement in library instruction, consultation, collection management, and student development.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead a team of librarians in delivering reference and research services
Implement and advance a new reference service model
Manage on-call librarian schedules and reference service hours
Develop, review, and approve reference policies, procedures, and communications
Update Reference Handbook, Lib Guides, and collections
Serve on the Collections Committee
Supervise and train student employees
Participate in reference services, instruction, research consultations, subject liaison, and collection development
Required QualificationsMLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution
Minimum of 6 consecutive years of professional experience in reference and instruction services
Proven experience in in-person and virtual reference services and library instruction
Knowledge of emerging trends in reference service and library technology
Experience with Springshare Lib Apps (Lib Guides, Lib Answers, Lib Wizard, Lib Insight)
Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and implement change
Preferred Qualifications10+ years of professional experience in reference and instruction services
Leadership and project management experience
Experience with student success initiatives, virtual instruction, outreach, and engagement
Experience with collection development, liaison roles, or sciences/health sciences
Evidence of active professional service and development
Second master’s degree (required for tenure eligibility) in sciences, health sciences, or instructional design
Health, dental, life insurance, and other CSU benefits
Tuition waiver for CSU employees
Educational RequirementMLS or equivalent ALA-accredited degree
Second master’s degree required for tenure eligibility
This is a high-level leadership faculty position combining administration, instruction, research support, and collection management, ideal for a candidate with extensive experience in reference services and library instruction.
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