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Temporary Research & Instruction Assistant Librarian 2026-27

The San Diego State University Library is accepting applications for their temporary full-time Assistant Librarian pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary assistant librarian with expertise or experience in the following areas:

This position is responsible for in-person and online reference, research services, and instruction, and other services supporting the students and faculty  successful candidate will possess strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and experience with public service, teaching, and library research.

Responsibilities:

• Participate as a general reference librarian at the reference desk.
• Provide the entire range of in-person and online Lib Chat reference services, including some research consultations at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Help with the supervision and training of student workers who assist at the reference desk and online Lib Chat reference services.
• Conduct course-related information literacy instruction for undergraduate courses as needed, including but not limited to, required rhetoric and communications classes.
• Conduct orientation tours for potential students, new students, and other groups as needed.
• Help with the review and update of online research guides for ADA compliance.
• Other duties as needed.

Temporary appointments will be full-time, 12-month appointments. Initial appointment will typically end on June 30, 2027, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited master's degree or equivalent foreign degree.
• A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity.
• Experience providing reference assistance and familiarity with reference tools.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience teaching information literacy in a variety of disciplines.
• Experience in the development of online tutorials or web guides.

Application Instructions:

Prospective temporary faculty who would like their applications on file are invited to send the following items:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references (new employees only)
• Cover letter (new employees only)
• Unofficial transcripts (new employees only)

Initial rank and salary for assistant librarian is based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new appointees are hired at the Assistant Librarian rank and placed at the beginning of the range. As of July 2024, the classification salary range for the respective rank is $6,288 - $7,658.

Inquiries:
For application inquiries, please email Margaret Henderson derson.