Institution

Wayne State University

Job Title

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

Department/College

School of Information Sciences

Dates

Opening Date: 01/26/2021
Closing Date:  07/31/2021

Job Description

The School of Information Sciences at Wayne State University invites applications for the position of Assistant / Associate / Full Professor, Tenure Track, Position Number 045387.

Job Duties

Reporting to the Associate Dean of the School of Information Sciences (SIS), serving as an advisor to SIS students, and providing service to SIS, the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor will perform research and teach in areas related to one or more of the School’s degrees and certificates:

  • Master of Library and Information Science,
  • Master of Science in Information Management,
  • Graduate Certificate In Archival Administration,
  • Graduate Certificate in Information Management,
  • Graduate Certificate in Public Library Services to Children and Youth, and
  • School Library Media Specialist Endorsement.
It is expected that the new faculty member would teach specialized courses and at least one core course from the School’s course catalog. 

The new faculty member is expected to have experience in delivering dynamic online teaching, as the School's curriculum is primarily delivered asynchronously in the online environment.

In addition to the degrees and certificates listed above, SIS offers several joint degrees, a robust practicum program, a portfolio assessment model for students, and a number of active student/professional groups. The School currently has approximately 450 enrolled students.

Experience/Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills

QUALIFICATIONS, all ranks: require an earned doctorate in a relevant field, appropriate professional experience, and online teaching experience.

QUALIFICATIONS, Assistant Professor rank: The ideal candidate will have exhibited the ability to produce scholarly research and publications; strong potential for visibility as a scholar on the national and international levels; evidence of professional achievement in an appropriate field; strong potential for visibility and leadership in the library / information profession; ability to supervise the work of graduate students; and strong potential for excellence in teaching and continued professional growth. Highly qualified candidates near completion of the Ph.D. will receive consideration.

QUALIFICATIONS, Associate Professor rank: The ideal candidate will have evidence of a consistent and demonstrated record of excellence in scholarly research and publication; visibility as a scholar on the national and international levels; excellence in professional achievement in an appropriate field; visibility and leadership in the library / information profession; professional recognition in the area of teaching and research in library and information science, excellence in teaching; a record of service; and experience in supervising the work of graduate students.

QUALIFICATIONS, Full Professor rank: The ideal candidate will have evidence of a consistent and demonstrated record of excellence in scholarly research and publication; proven visibility as a scholar on the national and international levels; proven excellence in professional achievement in an appropriate field; proven visibility and leadership in the library / information profession; national and international professional recognition of research; excellence in teaching; an excellent record of service; and demonstrated experience in supervising the work of graduate students..

Supplementation Information

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Wayne State University (Detroit, Michigan) is one of the nation's leading urban research universities with an enrollment of more than 31,000 students and a demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning experiences. The WSU campus is located in an attractive, revitalized, and growing urban setting, surrounded by museums, theaters, and international corporations.

The Campus and University Libraries: The University Library System includes Library Operations and User Services, Library Administrative Services, Shiffman Medical Library, Arthur Neef Law Library, the School of Information Sciences, the Walter P. Reuther Library, and the Detroit Area Library Network (DALNET). For more information, please visit: http://www.lib.wayne.edu

Salary & Benefits: Salary and rank: Commensurate with education and experience. Wayne State offers dental and health plan options, TIAA/CREF or Fidelity, tuition assistance for employees and family members, and relocation assistance.

How to Apply

For consideration, please submit to posting # 045387 on Wayne State University’s ONLINE HIRING SYSTEM at https://jobs.wayne.edu:

  • a curriculum vitae,
  • a letter of interest outlining relevant qualifications and teaching and research interests,
  • contact information for at least 3 professional references, and
  • statements of your teaching philosophy, your future research goals, and your interests in promoting social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the information professions

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Nominations or questions regarding this position may be directed via email to Joan Beaudoin, Search Committee Chair and Associate Professor, for the School of Information Sciences, at [email protected].

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