Librarian - Research and Instruction Services
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Education / Teaching
Library, Academic
- Job Title:
Librarian – Research and Instruction Services - Department:
University Library Dept - Location:
Richardson - Salary: $61,000
- Pay Basis:
Monthly - Position Status:
Regular full-time
Reporting to the Assistant Head of Research and Instruction Services, the Librarian for Research and Instruction Services provides in-person and virtual research assistance to the UT Dallas community, participates in the library's liaison program, and delivers instructional services that support information literacy, research skills, and the effective use of library resources.
Minimum Education and ExperienceMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA‑accredited institution.
PreferredEducation and Experience
- Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA‑accredited institution.
- Working knowledge of library systems, resource discovery, and access.
- coursework or experience teaching information literacy skills, including AI literacy.
- demonstrated success on project teams consisting of librarians and support staff.
- experience providing excellent customer service.
- excellent oral and written communication skills.
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Assist patrons in using the library and its collections; participate in the design of formal and informal instruction activities and coursework; provide research and instruction services; act as a faculty liaison for collection development.
- Provide general and course‑specific instruction, teaching in person, online, and in hybrid formats, and assist with all instruction initiatives.
- Develop and maintain research guides and other online materials to support the UT Dallas community.
- Participate in evening and weekend rotations.
- Will be exposed to standard office conditions and repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation; work as a team member and individually; work under pressure of deadlines.
- Attend professional meetings and conferences and participate in committees of the library and the university.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Position is not eligible for remote work.
- Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and managing materials weighing up to 20lbs.
- Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods while performing various tasks.
Work Notice:
Work will be performed on‑site and in person.
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- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
- AD&D Insurance
- Dental & Vision Plan Options
- Optional Long and Short‑term Disability
- TRS Retirement Plan
- Fertility Benefits
- Paid time off
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
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About UsUT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest‑growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs,…
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