Assistant Professor/Public Health Librarian - Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy
Position Title: Assistant Professor/Public Health Librarian - Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy
Job ID: 15327
Compensation: Competitive
Closing Date: Open until filled with review of applications to begin on August 30, 2016
Faculty Vacancy Announcement:
Supports a college library through providing in-depth consultation with students and faculty and collaboration for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices. Pursues an active scholarly agenda, performs supervisory duties, and participates in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (GSPHHP) seeks to provide a collaborative and accessible environment for excellence in education, research, and service in public health, to promote and sustain healthier populations in NYC and around the world, and to shape policy and practice in public health for all. The School offers a range of innovative Master’s and Doctoral degree programs and is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.
The Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy invites applications for an Assistant Professor/Public Health Librarian. Library faculty are expected to provide research support to faculty, students, and staff in person, one on one consultations, via email and chat. The incumbent is expected to conduct research and be engaged in publication for tenure and promotion. This position will report to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and will begin in the Spring 2017 semester.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Create and participate in library's instruction programs;
- Work collaboratively and creatively with City College Library and School of Public Health and Health Policy faculty to plan, develop, and deliver library instruction and provide instructional design support to university faculty;
- Participate in developing collections and acquiring materials in all formats and media;
- Review Library usage patterns and make recommendations regarding services;
- Assist in developing and monitoring Library policies and user service standards;
- Provide in depth consultation to students and faculty and collaborate with others for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices;
- Pursue an active scholarly agenda and participate in school and university-wide programs and committees as assigned;
- Supervise and/or train staff, students, and others assigned to the Library; and
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution, with a second graduate degree required. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
A preferred candidate should have:
- Two years of work experience in an academic library.
- Background in education or educational technology.
- Enthusiasm for library instruction in an academic setting.
- Experience designing, developing, and delivering training programs and workshops on information literacy and experience using computer based technology in educational environments.
- A record of demonstrated experience providing reference and instruction to public health graduate students and faculty.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and colleagues in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to work evening and/or weekend hours.
How to Apply:
1. Please apply using the link below:
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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