Communications and Business Liaison Librarian

Communications and Business Liaison Librarian

Communications and Business Liaison Librarian

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seek a creative and service-oriented Communications and Business Liaison Librarian for a tenure-track faculty position, serving as the subject specialist and liaison for the Departments of Advertising/Public Relations and Telecommunications in the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications (https://www.bellisario.psu.edu/ ). This librarian will also support the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Minor in the College. In addition, this librarian will assist with the unit's work with foundational business courses. Successful candidates will benefit from the strong mentoring program developed by the University Libraries to support new faculty in tenure-track appointments in fulfilling expectations in the areas of librarianship, research, and service. Entry-level or early career librarians are encouraged to apply.

The University Libraries values diversity of thought, perspective, experience and people, and is actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply. More information on Penn State's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence can be found by visiting http://equity.psu.edu/diversity-statement. Information about the University Libraries' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility efforts can be found by visiting https://libraries.psu.edu/about/diversity.

Responsibilities: The Communications and Business Liaison Librarian serves with a team of six other subject specialists in related fields, reports to the Head of the Schreyer Business Library, and is responsible for Advertising, Public Relations, Telecommunications, and related subject areas in the following categories:

• Liaison activities with assigned academic units and centers: Participate in the intellectual life and operations of assigned academic units; engage with faculty and students as a colleague in both disciplinary activities and in library services; and serve as liaison to centers affiliated with assigned academic units.
  
• Teaching, learning and literacies: Design and deliver a program of library instruction (including the development of online library guides and tutorials) that supports the curriculum of liaison academic units.
  
• Reference and research: Provide reference assistance and research consulting (both face-to-face and online) for subject-specific research at all levels.
  
• Collections content and access: Build, maintain, and assess collections in all media and formats to support research and teaching in assigned academic units. Collaborate and coordinate with librarians in related subject areas and libraries, including Commonwealth Campus Libraries (CCLs) and peers through the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA).
  
• Scholarly communications: Participate in initiatives involving professional efforts for open access, digital publishing, copyright, and digital curation.
  
• Research and Service: Engage in research, scholarly publication, and professional service activities in areas appropriate to academic librarianship and the disciplines served.
  

Required Qualifications: Requires a Masters of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution (or equivalent); ability to work independently and collaboratively; an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population and to demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion; potential to achieve the requirements for tenure and promotion in the areas of librarianship, research, and service; excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Relevant experience at an academic, special, or research library; undergraduate degree or coursework and/or graduate degree in advertising, business, public relations, telecommunications, or a related field; knowledge of business information sources; and experience working with databases in advertising and related fields.

Environment: The Penn State University Libraries are a strategic asset to Penn State, advancing intellectual discovery, information literacy, and lifelong learning, all in support of the University's strategic goals in teaching, research, service, and outreach. The University Libraries is ranked among the top 10 research libraries in North America, according to the Association of Research Libraries' investment rankings, and provides services at University Park and 22 other campus locations throughout Pennsylvania as well as online. We serve more than 6,400 faculty and 46,800 students at University Park, and approximately 97,500 students university-wide. More than 120 faculty librarians in the University Libraries benefit from extensive technological resources and research support services. Penn State is a member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance, the Association of American Universities, and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities. The University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of College and Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, Digital Preservation Network, AP Trust, SPARC, CNI, the ACRL Diversity Alliance, and a number of other organizations.

The University Park campus is set in the State College metropolitan area, a university town located in central Pennsylvania. State College offers a vibrant community with outstanding recreational facilities, a low crime rate, and excellent public schools. The campus is within a half-day's drive to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, or Pittsburgh. The University Park Airport is served by three major carriers with flights to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and Detroit. For more information, please visit http://www.libraries.psu.edu and http://www.cbicc.org.

Compensation and Rank: Tenure-track faculty position, with rank and salary dependent upon qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include liberal vacation, excellent insurance and health care coverage, state or TIAA retirement options, and educational privileges. In addition, faculty in the University Libraries are afforded funds for professional development travel annually. Faculty may be asked to travel as official representatives of the Libraries to certain events and those trips are reimbursed at full cost within limits established by the University.

Applications and all supporting materials must be submitted online. Interested candidates should upload materials online, including the following documents: a cover letter, a resume or vita, a diversity statement, and the names and contact information of three professional references (including email addresses). Review of applications will begin in December 2021 and will continue until position is filled.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.


Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Communications-and-Business-Liaison-Librarian_REQ_0000021876-1

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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