Assistant Professor, Library; E-Resource & Serials appointment

Position: Assistant Professor, Library (E-Resource & Serials) 12-month appointment
Description of Primary Duties:

1. Manage library electronic resources, including acquisition, implementation, renewal, assessment, and annual subscription reviews.

2. Create and share electronic resource usage reports. Implement various assessment tools.

3. Manage library print serial collection, work with vendors on digital, digital and print combination, or print packages.

4. Negotiate favorable license agreements in consultation with University Legal Affairs and Compliance and Procurement Services. Provide support for inquiries related to interpretation of license terms.

5. Ensure accurate recording and maintenance of library electronic resource administrative data, including contracts, license terms, and perpetual access agreements.

6. Assist RM&D Director with financial planning and budgeting.

7. Provide seamless user access in collaboration with other library and university constituents.

8. Promote library electronic resource growth, development, and marketing. Develop and implement effective communication strategies reaching students, academic departments, and other stakeholders.

9. Notify vendors of renewal and cancellation decisions. Create and maintain effective communication channels by informing library users of resource changes.

10. Assist RM&D Director in developing and implementing e-resource and serial workflows and documentation.

11. Participate in self-directed professional development. Attend professional conferences and various trainings as directed.

12. Serve as library liaison for designed academic areas.

13. Perform library faculty duties consistent with library promotion and tenure guidelines in the areas of librarianship, research, and service.

14. Teach for-credit library science courses as assigned.

15. Contribute to a work environment encouraging positive engagement with those of differing cultures and backgrounds.

16. Support the overall operation of Meyer Library. Contribute to the library's success by performing other duties as assigned.

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