Research and Instruction Librarian

Research and Instruction Librarian

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400402

College/Division

Library and Information Resources

Opening Date

09/29/2026

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Description

The Division of Library and Information Resources/H.T. Sampson Library is accepting applications for its Research and Instruction Librarian position.

Examples of Duties

Provides basic and in-depth reference services and research consultation to faculty, students, and staff. Design and deliver engaging library instruction sessions, create online research guides (LibGuides), and embed digital learning modules into the universitys Learning Management System (Canvas). conduct workshops and library tours. Creates and maintains instructional materials (online videos and tutorials), and research guides, using appropriate learning management software, new media production tools, online and mobile learning tools. Coordinates with Interim Executive Director/Dean of library Services and Library Liaisons to actively build professional relationships with faculty, students, and staff in assigned academic programs and across the university to develop research and instructional service strategies. Actively engage with collection building in support of research and teaching needs of faculty and students of assigned academic programs. Will design and implement assessment tools to evaluate student instructional effectiveness and gather feedback for further opportunities of improvement and impact on student learning. Will lead the library efforts in social media and digitizing efforts in collaboration with other librarians. Will collaborate and work with Jake Ayers Research Library faculty and students at the e-Center and JSUOnline. Will coordinate relevant visual displays observing major university and national calendar observations. Will share nights and weekends schedules.

Typical Qualifications

Masters degree from an ALA accredited library and information science program. Experience in planning and/or providing information literacy instruction or other teaching experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates the ability to work well independently and as a team member. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Knowledge of information literacy, academic library organization trends, practices, and issues. Demonstrated abilities in research, scholarly work, and professional services. Academic degree or academic subject background.

Technical Qualifications: Demonstrated proficiency with library discovery tools, research databases, and applications (e.g , LibOuides, LihCal). Experience using Learning Management Systems and virtual conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) for instructional delivery. Strong digital literacy. including proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and academic research tools.

Ability to move, position, or transport library materials, equipment, or boxes weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to navigate library stacks, access materials on low or high shelving, and remain in a stationary position or move about during teaching sessions.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

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• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/