Visiting Research and Engagement Librarian

Peterson Library

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 9,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This is a term limited position, beginning as soon as possible and is expected to end on May 31, 2026.The Visiting Research and Engagement Librarian collaborates with library colleagues and departmental faculty to design, deliver, and promote an information literacy curriculum grounded in outcomes-based assessment and skill development. As part of a team of research and engagement librarians, this position supports a comprehensive instruction program that includes interactive, hands-on classroom lessons, as well as the creation of online research guides and tutorials. The librarian also provides research support and instruction to both on-campus and online students and faculty, contributing to the library’s mission of fostering academic success through accessible, high-quality information services.

You will:

• Provide research and learning support to students and faculty across academic departments through individual classroom instruction, research consultations, workshops, and other educational programming.
• Serve as a liaison librarian to one or more colleges, departments, or programs—delivering information literacy instruction, maintaining subject-specific collections, and staying current with relevant print and electronic resources. Responsibilities include evaluating, selecting, and weeding materials as part of collection development.
• Collaborate with fellow librarians to design and enhance the library instruction curriculum, including lesson planning, development of online learning materials, and the exploration of innovative approaches to information literacy instruction.
• Participate in departmental assessment, evaluation, and reporting activities to support continuous improvement of library services and instruction.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to develop a range of instructional and informational resources, such as library guides and tutorials.
• Deliver effective research assistance in person, via chat, email, and phone, supporting users at all levels.
• Conduct individualized research consultations tailored to the specific needs of students, faculty, and staff.
• Actively promotes library services and builds partnerships with faculty to grow and enhance the library’s instructional offerings.
• Oversee and manage special projects as assigned.
• All related duties as assigned.

You need:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school required.
• Proven experience of at least 1 year delivering instruction in a library or academic setting, with a strong record of effective teaching.
• Ability to work both collaboratively in team-based environments and independently with diverse campus constituencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in identifying, accessing, and teaching the use of a wide range of information resources.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities paired with exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and implement new technologies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues, trends and technologies in information literacy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of academic software systems such as Navigate, Springshare, and Canvas.

Whats in it for you:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment