Position description
Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Teaching & Research Librarian -- Business, Social Sciences & Government Information. This is a full-time, on-site, tenure track position with a desired start date of July 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval.
Duties
As a member of the Public Services team, the incumbent will:
- provide reference and research assistance;
- prepare and lead information literacy sessions;
- develop and manage the collections for Business Studies (Commerce), Economics, Government Information, and other areas in the Social Sciences;
- develop reference and teaching materials for the Libraries’ website.
As a member of Library Council, the Teaching & Research Librarian -- Business, Social Sciences & Government Information will contribute to the R.P. Bell Library renovation planning. The successful candidate may also be assigned responsibilities in other areas befitting the Libraries’ priorities and dependent on the successful candidate’s strengths and expertise. Shift duties for reference service may include evenings and weekends.
Qualifications and requirements
An MLIS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited library school is a requirement for this position.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated abilities and recent experience in the following areas, preferably in an academic library:
- reference services;
- information literacy teaching;
- collection development;
- government information services;
as well as possessing:
- excellent oral and written communication skills;
- a strong public-service-centred philosophy;
- and a keen interest in providing library and information services in a collegial environment.
Preference will be given to candidates who have a background or experience in Business Studies, government information or related areas. A graduate degree in Business Studies or other area in the Social Sciences will be considered an asset.
This position is represented by the Mount Allison Faculty Association and participation and involvement in scholarship, teaching and service is expected. The appointment will be made at a rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary will be within the established range and commensurate with qualifications and experience. In 2023-2024, the annual salary minimum for the rank of Assistant Librarian is $80,937.
The deadline for applications is March 10, 2024. A letter of application and curriculum vitae should be formatted as one MS Word or PDF file and sent to Elle Archibald, Chair of the Search Committee by e-mail to:
Caroline Kaszar, Administrative Assistant
Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives
49 York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C6
ckaszar@mta.ca
Mount Allison University, located in Sackville, NB, is a leader in providing quality liberal education to undergraduate students in arts, sciences, social sciences, fine arts and music. Mount Allison’s intimate educational environment extends learning beyond the classroom, encouraging the growth of the whole person through a full range of experiences in the campus and community.
The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives is committed to working with students and faculty in order to meet their academic and research needs. Mount Allison Libraries & Archives includes the Ralph Pickard Bell Library which is the main library, the Alfred Whitehead Music Library, and the University Archives. We invite you to look at our website for more information about the Libraries & Archives and about the University at www.mta.ca.
Mount Allison acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous people.
Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.