Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full time, tenure-track faculty librarian position with the University Library. We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and flexible individual with the appropriate skills and qualifications to work collaboratively with colleagues at the Leslie & Irene Dubé Health Sciences Library, and to contribute to library-wide projects and priorities. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing high quality services that support faculty teaching and research, and student learning and success including:
  • designing and delivering information literacy instruction, both in-person and online
  • developing high quality collections of digital and print resources in assigned disciplinary areas
  • providing information services, including research consultations
• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholder groups to advance learning and research
• Working as part of teams across the Library to advance strategic areas including scholarly communication, student experience, and decolonization of services, collections and spaces
• Engaging in research and scholarly activity leading to the development of a formal program of research and contributing to the scholarly conversation

Research and scholarly work is a requirement for tenure-track librarians as defined in the University Library Standards for Promotion and Tenure. Examples of librarians’ scholarly work can be found in HARVEST. Librarians are expected to participate in collegial activities, and are encouraged to engage with academic or professional organizations.

About the University Library

As one of Canada’s leading research libraries, the University Library serves as the intellectual hub of the University of Saskatchewan, providing resources, services, and spaces that facilitate inquiry, discovery and knowledge creation. Our faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and flexible work environment in a time of significant change, including a new University Plan and Library Strategic Framework 2025. The University Library is committed to developing welcoming, responsive, and accessible services and resources to support our diverse clientele, with a strategic focus on Indigenous peoples. We seek applicants who embrace innovative and collaborative approaches to solving problems and advancing services. For more information visit the University Library website.

About the University of Saskatchewan

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 24,000.

Qualifications
An ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree or equivalent is required for this appointment. Experience in health science librarianship is preferred.

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate:

• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and creativity
• Willingness to take initiative and be a self-starter
• Commitment to high quality service
• Ability to develop and sustain effective and collaborative professional working relationships and partnerships
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Effective teaching in both group and individual settings
• Interest in and ability to conduct research and contribute to scholarship
• Awareness of current trends in health sciences librarianship

The salary bands for this position are as follows: Assistant Librarian, $77,613 to $93,293; Associate Librarian, $93,293 to $112,109; Librarian, $112,109 to $137,197. This position is anticipated to be filled at the Assistant Librarian level.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter highlighting qualifications and accomplishments and a detailed curriculum vitae to:

Melissa Just, EdD, MLIS
Dean, University Library
University of Saskatchewan

156 Murray Building, 3 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK  S7N 5A4
Email:  library.jobs@usask.ca

Review of applications will begin May 22, 2019; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2019.

The University of Saskatchewan is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the university community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The university welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.