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Research and Learning Services Librarian – Social Sciences
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Research and Learning Services Librarian – Social Sciences
Position Title
Research and Learning Services Librarian – Social Sciences
Position Number 898085
School/Division Library Operations
Department Dept. Research & Learning Services
Full-Time Or Part-Time Full-Time
Description The Hofstra University Library invites applications for the appointment of a tenure‑track Research and Learning Services Librarian – Social Sciences in the Department of Research and Learning Services. The librarian provides research and instructional support to students and faculty in the Social Sciences, with expertise in AI literacy and emerging trends in librarianship and academia. the role involves building relationships with faculty, centers, programs, and projects across campus, integrating library resources and services, and supporting research methodologies, grant seeking and writing, and evolving technologies.
Responsibilities Include
Engage actively with faculty in the Social Sciences to integrate information literacy skills into curricula and provide research support to students.
Establish and cultivate relationships with faculty to support their disciplinary research and enrich library services.
Integrate principles of information literacy standards for various disciplines and AI into library instruction and learning materials.
Provide reference services, 1‑1 research consultations, library instruction, and specialized programs, both in‑person and online to students, faculty and staff.
Perform collection development duties according to department policy.
Be active professionally in service activities in the Hofstra University Library, the University, and the larger profession.
Conduct research, publish, and participate in scholarly activities to meet the criteria for reappointment and tenure of Hofstra University Library.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ALA‑accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S. degree required.
Experience providing public services in academic libraries.
Experience providing library instruction.
Familiarity with how information is used and research conducted in the Social Sciences.
Familiarity with AI Literacy standards as well as information literacy standards in various disciplines.
Experience with Springshare applications, LibAnswers, LibChat, LibGuides, etc.
Preferred Quals Summary
Working knowledge of WorldCat Discovery/OCLC Library Management System and related systems.
Special Instructions This is a tenure‑track faculty position. It will be filled at either the Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor rank, depending on qualifications. An additional graduate degree, scholarship, and university service are required for tenure consideration. Please upload the following with your application for consideration:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Email address and phone number of three professional references
All applications received by January 31, 2026, will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee Prof. William Caniano at William.Caniano@hofstra.edu.
Deadline Open until filled
Tenure Track Yes
Date Posted 11/11/2025
EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $80,000-$85,000
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Position Number 898085
School/Division Library Operations
Department Dept. Research & Learning Services
Full-Time Or Part-Time Full-Time
Description The Hofstra University Library invites applications for the appointment of a tenure‑track Research and Learning Services Librarian – Social Sciences in the Department of Research and Learning Services. The librarian provides research and instructional support to students and faculty in the Social Sciences, with expertise in AI literacy and emerging trends in librarianship and academia. the role involves building relationships with faculty, centers, programs, and projects across campus, integrating library resources and services, and supporting research methodologies, grant seeking and writing, and evolving technologies.
Responsibilities Include
Engage actively with faculty in the Social Sciences to integrate information literacy skills into curricula and provide research support to students.
Establish and cultivate relationships with faculty to support their disciplinary research and enrich library services.
Integrate principles of information literacy standards for various disciplines and AI into library instruction and learning materials.
Provide reference services, 1‑1 research consultations, library instruction, and specialized programs, both in‑person and online to students, faculty and staff.
Perform collection development duties according to department policy.
Be active professionally in service activities in the Hofstra University Library, the University, and the larger profession.
Conduct research, publish, and participate in scholarly activities to meet the criteria for reappointment and tenure of Hofstra University Library.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ALA‑accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S. degree required.
Experience providing public services in academic libraries.
Experience providing library instruction.
Familiarity with how information is used and research conducted in the Social Sciences.
Familiarity with AI Literacy standards as well as information literacy standards in various disciplines.
Experience with Springshare applications, LibAnswers, LibChat, LibGuides, etc.
Preferred Quals Summary
Working knowledge of WorldCat Discovery/OCLC Library Management System and related systems.
Special Instructions This is a tenure‑track faculty position. It will be filled at either the Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor rank, depending on qualifications. An additional graduate degree, scholarship, and university service are required for tenure consideration. Please upload the following with your application for consideration:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Email address and phone number of three professional references
All applications received by January 31, 2026, will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee Prof. William Caniano at William.Caniano@hofstra.edu.
Deadline Open until filled
Tenure Track Yes
Date Posted 11/11/2025
EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $80,000-$85,000
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