Two Positions as Assistant Professor, Library & Information Science (Tenure track)
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1) Assistant Professor: specializing in information services in public libraries
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) seeks an Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science specializing in information services in public libraries. The successful candidate for this position will contribute to teaching, advising, scholarship, and service aligned with the University’s mission and commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice. They will help develop innovative curricula that prepare students for roles in public libraries and other community-focused information settings. Areas of emphasis include intellectual freedom, adult services, readers’ advisory, information and digital literacy, community engagement, and inclusive, user-centered service design. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, expertise in contemporary information settings, and understanding of strong partnerships with libraries, community organizations, and diverse civic agencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
All listed qualifications are required unless otherwise noted:
Earned PhD in Library and Information Science or a PhD in a related field and at least one earned degree in Library and Information Science from an accredited institution. Doctoral candidates who are on ABD status with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or earlier will be considered.
Demonstrated preparation to teach graduate-level courses.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and equity-centered teaching practices.
Evidence of scholarly potential and service consistent with expectations for tenure-track faculty.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and community partners.
2) Assistant Professor: specializing in archives, cultural heritage preservation, and/or digital-cultural stewardship with a strong, critically insightful interdisciplinary focus
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) seeks an Assistant tenure-track faculty member specializing in archives, cultural heritage preservation, and/or digital-cultural stewardship with a strong, critically insightful interdisciplinary focus. The successful candidate for this position will contribute to teaching, advising, scholarship, and service aligned with the University’s mission and commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice, as well as collaborate with faculty inside and outside SOIS. Further expectations include developing innovative/transformative curricular courses/initiatives addressing both emerging job market demands as well as socio-cultural needs in areas such as archives/archival theory and museums, records management, areas of digital stewardship (i.e., digital asset management, digital curation, digital humanities), cultural informatics, and community-based initiatives. Applicants should demonstrate expertise (or potential competencies) in cross-disciplinary and transdisciplinary partnerships, engagement with organizations that can provide experiential learning opportunities for students, and a demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching as well as research.
QUALIFICATIONS:
All listed qualifications are required unless otherwise noted:
Earned PhD in Library and Information Science or a PhD in a related field and at least one earned degree in Library and Information Science from an accredited institution. Doctoral candidates who are on ABD status with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or earlier will be considered.
Demonstrated preparation to teach graduate-level courses.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and equity-centered teaching practices
Evidence of scholarly potential and service consistent with expectations for tenure-track faculty.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and community partners.