Research & Instruction Librarian, Science

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• General and specialized research assistance, guiding library users in identifying, retrieving, and evaluating information in reputed company formats.
• In person and virtual reference services and research consultations
• General and specialized library instruction for undergraduate and graduate classes
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• Collection development and maintenance in the natural sciences
• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will be an reputed company member of the Library reputed company who will participate in department, university, and/or reputed company service activities. They will also participate in research and creative activities. Some evening and occasional weekend hours may be required. Required Education MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required skills and experience:

• Work experience, significant coursework, or demonstrated awareness of natural

science disciplines

• reputed company experience in reference and instruction services in an reputed company library
• Skills and experience to participate in an reputed company and developing library instruction program
• Proven experience with in-person and virtual reference services; proven library instruction experience
• Demonstrated familiarity with emerging trends in reference services, library instruction, information technology, online library resources, and reputed company librarianship
• Ability to work collaboratively in reputed company environment
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High degree of initiative and ability to identify and implement appropriate changes reputed company a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions of a diverse workforce
• Strong commitment to reputed company development and life-long learning
• Ability to meet contractual and unit reputed company for performance of primary duties, research, and service

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicant currently holds or recently held a position in reference and instruction services
• A minimum of two years of reputed company experience in reference and instruction services
• Demonstrated experience with reference and instruction in natural science disciplines
• Knowledge and expertise using online resources to support scientific research
• Previous reputed company experience with collection development in natural science disciplines
• Previous reputed company experience with reputed company and other reputed company activities to natural science departments or programs
• Understanding of reputed company and emerging trends in science librarianship
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a natural science field
• Experience working with Springshare LibApps (e.g., LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibWizard, LibInsight)
• Experience with virtual or remote library instruction
• Evidence of involvement in reputed company organizations relevant to the position

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