Science and Engineering Librarian; Assistant Librarian Marriott Library

Science and Engineering Librarian (Assistant Librarian) for the Marriott Library

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals and provides reasonable accommodation for known disabilities. The university values candidates who have experience working with diverse students, staff, faculty, and patients and a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information:

• Department: Marriott Library – Operations (Dept. 00790)
• City: Salt Lake City, UT
• Track: New Position to Begin

Information and Inquiries: To learn about the position or provide a nomination, please contact Melanie Hawks, Assistant Dean for Organizational Development and Director of Library Human Resources, at melanie.hawks
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Come work in a student‑centered library with a team that excels in supporting the teaching and research mission of the University of Utah. The J. Willard Marriott Library seeks to recruit two tenure‑track librarians who will enrich and strengthen our organization. We seek qualified applicants with broad knowledge in science and engineering. The Librarians will develop, implement, and assess learning experiences concerning library research tools, methods, and strategies.

They will also build connections with academic programs to increase engagement with library resources and services, and manage library collections and services to meet research and curricula needs. Working in conjunction with faculty and staff in the library and across campus, the librarians will help set the direction for STEM teaching, engagement, and outreach.

Work Location: Relocation to the Salt Lake City, Utah area is required and will be financially supported by a moving allowance. This position is designed as a hybrid of on‑campus and local remote work. The telecommuting arrangement will be based on the position’s needs and authorized at the Head of Teaching, Research & Outreach’s discretion.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Guide students, faculty, and staff in searching, locating, and evaluating the ethical use of information to achieve scholarly goals.
• Design, develop, and deliver learning experiences and assessments for course‑integrated library instruction in a variety of teaching modalities.
• Create materials to enhance learning.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty and students in developing collections.
• Contribute to the development and dissemination of knowledge through research and creative activity.
• Participate in professional, university, and/or public service.

Required Qualifications:

• ALA‑accredited MLS / MLIS or equivalent.
• Commitment to learning and supporting students, staff, and faculty in the College of Engineering and the College of Science.
• Commitment to collaborating with faculty in teaching first‑year, capstone, graduate, and other courses or workshops using various pedagogical methodologies.
• Familiarity with current research, information sources, and scholarly trends in STEM disciplines and librarianship (e.g., open science, data management, AI).
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and manage projects independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational background in science, engineering, computing, or related discipline.
• Experience with classroom teaching and/or library instruction.
• Commitment to learn about intellectual property (IP), particularly patents, to collaborate with researchers and other IP librarians.
• Commitment to learn about evidence synthesis and assisting researchers with projects following current methodologies and standards.
• Experience with grants/external funding, working with faculty, principal investigators, and research teams.
• Proven success in building and sustaining strong, collaborative partnerships through a positive service orientation and proactive liaison and outreach initiatives.

Salary and Benefits: Salary is for a 12‑month effort and will be dependent on qualifications. The budgeted salary range is $64,000–$67,000. Benefits include…