Social Sciences and Copyright Librarian

Ellis Library, University of Missouri - Columbia

MU Libraries seeks an innovative and collaborative librarian to serve as Social Sciences and Copyright Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Research and Information Services, this librarian will serve as a subject librarian for psychological sciences and additional social sciences for Ellis Library and as chair of the libraries' copyright team. Entry level and experienced librarians are encouraged to apply. Training and mentorship will be provided.

Description of Duties

Engages in library liaison activities with assigned academic disciplines in psychological sciences, geography, cultural studies (including Black Studies, Women & Gender Studies, etc.) and other assigned areas within social sciences.

• Serves as a proactive ambassador to highlight Libraries' services, resources, and partnerships to meet student and faculty needs.
• Keeps abreast of trends and developments in information resources, scholarly communication, digital scholarship, and open educational resources, especially in assigned disciplines.
• Supports open data and research impact.

Provides the entire range of in-person and online reference and research support services (some evening and weekend hours required), providing high quality and timely services.

• Provides research support to students and faculty in assigned disciplines, and general research support as needed.
• Participates in the planning and delivery of team-based virtual research services (i.e., chat, text, email, and telephone).
• Collaborates in the design, implementation, and maintenance of relevant online tools and services in order to integrate library services and resources into the workflow of teaching, learning, and research.

Provides instruction/information literacy services.

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers in-person and online library instruction that is inclusive and incorporates active learning and assessment.
• Develops and maintains online guides and digital learning objects to support courses and disciplinary research.
• Contributes, as needed, to teaching general and interdisciplinary instruction.

Contributes to building and managing collections that are forward-looking, and that meet the research and curricular needs of assigned departments.

• Communicates regularly with faculty regarding collection priorities, needs, and access.
• Maintains familiarity with publishing and research trends.
• Manages budget allocations and expenditures and monitors usage patterns.

Chairs the MU Libraries' Copyright Team to support patrons' use of materials within copyright guidelines.

• Monitors changes to copyright law and best practices.
• Maintains the public guide to copyright.
• Provides instruction on copyright.
• Answers or refers patron questions regarding copyright and fair use.
• Coordinates meetings and agendas of the team.

Actively engages in networking, professional development, and other scholarly activities.

• Contributes to and learns from the profession through local, state, and national professional organizations, presentations, and publications.
• Identifies and integrates best practices in service, teaching and learning, and scholarly activity.

Advances the Libraries' and University's mission through service.

• Participates in committees and task forces within the Libraries, University, and the profession.
• Maintains professional collaborations with other campus constituencies, consortia colleagues, and community organizations.

Works with colleagues to create a learning and working environment that is inclusive and welcoming and that supports the University's community.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Master's degree in information and/or Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent.

Master's Candidates will also be evaluated on the following:

• Strong commitment to user-centered library service.
• Education, experience, and/or strong demonstrated interest in providing research support in social sciences.
• Demonstrated interest in growing expertise and abilities to provide guidance on copyright.
• Interest in providing library instruction and reference in a variety of modalities.
• Interest in and aptitude for exploring new technologies and innovations supporting teaching and research.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written skills.
• Ability to adjust priorities, take initiative, set goals, and complete projects.
• Positive, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Interest in or familiarity with collection development.
• Desire to seek out new responsibilities, generate new ideas, and pursue self-development.

Salary and librarian rank will be commensurate with experience within an expected range of $51,500-$65,000. This position holds non-tenure track (NTT) faculty status. For information regarding title and rank, please review the MU Libraries' Librarian and Archivist Governance Document found at: https://libraryguides.missouri.edu/ld.php?content_id=79094147

A cover letter, contact information for three references and CV must be uploaded through the brief online application.

Preference for applications received by March 17, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The University of Missouri (MU, Mizzou) was founded in 1839 in Columbia, MO, as the first public university west of the Mississippi River. Today, MU's 31,000+ students represent every Missouri county, all 50 states and 100 countries. As the state's largest and most comprehensive university, MU offers more than 300-degree programs, including 89 online options, through 12 colleges and schools and is one of only six public universities nationwide that has a school of medicine, veterinary medicine college, and a law school. The MU Office of Extension & Engagement extends the benefits of MU research to Missouri's citizens in all 114 counties in Missouri.

Considered one of the nation's top-tier institutions, MU is the only public institution in Missouri to be a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). The University of Missouri Libraries belong to the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA), the Center for Research Libraries, the HathiTrust, and the statewide MOBIUS consortium.

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• University of Missouri - Columbia
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• Columbia Convention and Visitor's Bureau

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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