California State University, Long Beach

University Library

Science Librarian

The University and the Library

Revised August 21, 2008

Science Librarian

Tenure-Track Recruitment Position # 623

Effective date: July 1, 2009

California State University Long Beach seeks a creative librarian to work closely with students and faculty of the departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Geological Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics and Astronomy.  CSULB librarians work in a collaborative environment to deliver services to all members of the campus community. CSULB librarians work with diverse library patrons and colleagues within the organization and across the campus. The successful candidate must exhibit a strong public service orientation, a commitment to service excellence, flexibility, initiative, and the ability to flourish in a rapidly changing environment.

Duties

The duties and responsibilities of this position include:

• providing reference service approximately 10 hours per week at a busy general reference desk, including approximately two nights and one weekend per month
• conducting library instruction for classes from the departments of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics named above
• conducting general library outreach and instruction sessions as requested
• serving as the library’s subject specialist and liaison for the above departments
• engaging in library and university governance and scholarship, including research and publication

Qualifications

Required:

• Masters degree from an American Library Association-accredited program and institution by the date of appointment
• effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• ability to communicate with/relate to an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
• the ability to fulfill the scholarly and service expectations of a tenure-track position

Desired:

• a degree and/or significant experience working as a subject specialist librarian in any discipline encompassed by the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
• experience working collaboratively with college/university faculty, staff, and students
• a thorough grounding in instruction, including the ability to impart information literacy skills and concepts, to develop effective instructional materials, and to show students how to formulate information-seeking strategies, particularly at the college level
• ability to evaluate, select, and review information resources in relation to curricular needs
• ability to function as a generalist in a cooperative, general reference environment
• proficiency in using and teaching electronic information resources
• record of significant involvement in library and/or science-related professional organizations

Required Documentation

Candidates must submit:

• a letter of application addressing each of the required qualifications and as many of the desired qualifications as applicable (please be as specific as possible)
• a current resume
• up-to-date letters of recommendation from three persons able to comment upon the candidate’s ability to fulfill the library’s requirements and expectations of the position.  Letters must be printed and signed and sent via USPS directly from the person making the reference.  Faxes and email recommendations will not be accepted.
• a copy of the official transcript from the university awarding the library Masters degree (a photocopy is acceptable until the official transcript can be provided)
• an official University application form (SC-1) (available from http://www.csulb.edu/divisions/aa/personnel/forms/

This is a full-time tenure track faculty position.  CSULB librarians are represented by the California Faculty Association, a CTA/NEA and AAUP affiliate.  The University provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, sick leave and vacation.   A ten-month work year is negotiable.

Salary Range

Senior Assistant Librarian (12 month) $57,060-$72,096

Associate Librarian (12 month) $65,604-$91,260

(Salaries quoted may increase as a consequence of collective bargaining)

Application Deadline

The position is open until filled; screening of applicant files begins December 4 and will continue until the position is filled.  The appointment date for this position is July 1, 2009.

Applications, required documentation, and/or requests for information should be addressed to:

University Library

Science Librarian Search Committee 

California State University, Long Beach

Long Beach, CA 90840-1901

(562) 985-7839

nancyk@csulb.edu (Nancy Karnofel)

In addition to fully meeting its obligations for nondiscrimination under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility, and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, veteran status, political views, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. An Equal Opportunity Employer