University of Denver
Assistant Professor, Library and Information Science
University of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Assistant Professor, Library and Information Science
The Morgridge College of Education (MCE) at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Library and Information Science (LIS) program. We seek a candidate with knowledge of the library and information science field, committed to engaged scholarship and inclusive pedagogy, and contributing to DU’s mission of public good. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and advise Master’s LIS students in our online and onsite programs. The ALA-accredited MLIS program enrolls over 250 students and offers onsite and online program options. Essential Functions Pursue a strong research agenda grounded in Library and Information Science and related fields. Teach the equivalent of two courses per quarter each academic year (18-20 credits), including courses in the LIS in-person and online programs. Teach one or more core courses in the LIS program, i.e., Foundations of LIS, Research Methods, User & Access Services, Organization of Information, Management of Information Organizations, or Information Technology. Advise and mentor graduate students in the LIS program. Contribute to program, department, College, and University service. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with a varied population of graduate students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. Advanced scholarly expertise in the field of library and information science in the broad areas of libraries, archives, information organization, and community engagement. Excellent teaching skills in both in-person and online settings. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in information science, library science, or other related fields; ABD will be considered, but a doctorate must be earned by the start of employment The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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The Morgridge College of Education (MCE) at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Library and Information Science (LIS) program. We seek a candidate with knowledge of the library and information science field, committed to engaged scholarship and inclusive pedagogy, and contributing to DU’s mission of public good. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and advise Master’s LIS students in our online and onsite programs. The ALA-accredited MLIS program enrolls over 250 students and offers onsite and online program options. Essential Functions Pursue a strong research agenda grounded in Library and Information Science and related fields. Teach the equivalent of two courses per quarter each academic year (18-20 credits), including courses in the LIS in-person and online programs. Teach one or more core courses in the LIS program, i.e., Foundations of LIS, Research Methods, User & Access Services, Organization of Information, Management of Information Organizations, or Information Technology. Advise and mentor graduate students in the LIS program. Contribute to program, department, College, and University service. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with a varied population of graduate students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. Advanced scholarly expertise in the field of library and information science in the broad areas of libraries, archives, information organization, and community engagement. Excellent teaching skills in both in-person and online settings. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in information science, library science, or other related fields; ABD will be considered, but a doctorate must be earned by the start of employment The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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