Institution

University of Iowa

Job Title

OPEN RANK INSTRUCTIONAL TRACK FACULTY ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Department/College

School of Library and Information Science

Dates

Opening Date: 03/17/2025
Closing Date:  05/01/2025

Job Description

The School of Library and Information Science at the University of Iowa (SLIS) invites applications for an academic-year instructional track faculty at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The position will begin August 20, 2025. This is a full-time academic-year (9 month) instructional track faculty position with an initial three-year appointment. Renewal is possible, dependent on recurrent funding and performance. We seek an individual with expertise in public libraries, community engagement, leadership, and management. The successful applicant will be expected to teach three courses during the fall and spring semesters, coordinate practicum experiences for students in the SLIS Program, and serve SLIS in recruiting, advising, and program coordination for the Undergraduate to Graduate students.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will work with faculty, staff, and students to implement the mission of the University of Iowa and the School of Library and Information Science through the following:

  • Teach and mentor Undergraduate to Graduate and graduate students.
  • Service through participation in department, college, and university committees.
  • Leadership and service in support of the School’s and University’s mission.

Experience/Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills

Required:

  • An MLIS from an ALA-accredited program and professional experience in a LIS setting.
  • Demonstrated teaching experience, preferably at the Master’s level.
  • Experience or familiarity with online instruction.
  • Three years of experience in a leadership role, preferably at a public library, museum, or other GLAM organization. A Ph.D. in LIS or related discipline may be substituted.
  • Capacity to work with students specializing in areas across the LIS disciplines.
  • Strong record of service to the profession.
Desired:
  • Evidence of excellent teaching skills in online education in higher education. Experience with program coordination, recruiting, and advising.
  • Experience in management, leadership, community engagement, and working in public libraries.
  • Experience in teaching and mentoring.
  • Successful experience in grants or external research funding.

Supplemental Information

This is a 9-month academic year instructional track position at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. The initial three-year appointment is anticipated to start August 20, 2025.Salary: Highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For details on SLIS, the Graduate College, and the University of Iowa, go to our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty and choose requisition number 75574

How to Apply

Candidates should submit an application letter addressing all qualifications noted above, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and graduate college transcripts. To apply for this position, go to our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty and choose requisition number 75574. Direct inquiries or nominations to Dr. Lucy Santos Green at lucilia-green@uiowa.edu.

 

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