McMaster University – Hamilton, ON 

Job Details 

Job Title: Teaching and Learning Librarian, Graduate Studies
Location: Hamilton ON 
Job ID: 57463 
Open Date: August 21, 2023 
Close Date: September 5, 2023 
Job Type: Contractually Limited  
Employee Group: MUALA 
Department: Teaching and Learning  

Salary Grade/Band: Level I or II 
Salary Range: $61,651.15 – $88,828.43, or $67,255.99 – $99,221.08
Hours per Week: 35

Posting Details
Schedule Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Education Level Master’s Degree
Career Level Level I or II

General responsibility 

The Teaching and Learning Librarian, Graduate Studies will collaborate with Teaching and Learning Division staff and other Library and campus partners to advance the teaching and learning mission of the Library. They will design, deliver and assess instruction that supports information literacy and research skills development, in partnership with instructors, Library colleagues or other staff. They will offer individual or group research support through consultations. They will build productive relationships with faculty and campus units and promote the use of the Library’s services and resources. While the Teaching and Learning Librarian, Graduate Studies will be focused on meeting the needs of graduate programs, they may be asked to support undergraduate programs associated with the Faculties when needed. 

Specific responsibilities 

• Develop, teach and assess sessions focused on information literacy and research skills development. Sessions may be taught online, in-person, or in a hybrid format and learning may be synchronous and/or asynchronous.

• Develop and assess dynamic, engaging learning objects to support these sessions, e.g. LibGuides, videos, interactive tutorials. 

• Use learner-centred pedagogy in their teaching and development of learning objects. Ensure their teaching and learning object development aligns with UDL principles and DEIA best practices.

• Partner with instructors and colleagues within the Teaching and Learning Division, the Sherman Centre for Digital Scholarship, the Archives and Research Collections Division and other Library units to embed and scaffold information literacy and research skill development across programs offered through the School of Graduate Studies (SGS).

• Offer in-depth research consultations to graduate students and research teams in Humanities, Social Sciences, Engineering and Science and broker referrals and collaborations across the Library when needed. 

• Develop and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) and graduate program instructors, staff and students and other campus partners.

• Identify, assess and prioritize the teaching and learning needs of graduate program instructors, staff and students and build and refine services to support these, in collaboration with various Library units.

• Promote Library resources and services to the SGS community through a variety of channels and ensure key developments and opportunities within graduate programs are shared with the Teaching and Learning Division and the Library. 

• Contribute to the planning and assessment work of the Teaching and Learning Division.

• Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning Division and other Library colleagues to support key Library priorities. 

• Complete special projects as assigned.

This is a full time, contractually limited appointment reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Teaching and Learning. Normally scheduled weekly hours will be Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours/week).

Qualifications 

The successful candidate must have the following: 

• A Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school of library and information science or its equivalent. 

• Demonstrated experience with online and in-person instruction in an academic library context

• Knowledge of key frameworks and standards related to information literacy and familiarity with the landscape of information literacy instruction 

• Knowledge of accessible and inclusive teaching practices and UDL principles

• Experience with the development of online learning objects, such as videos, online modules, LibGuides or other interactive media 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that facilitate productive relationships within the Library and with other campus units 

• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently 

• Creative problem-solving skills 

Additional preferred qualifications include 

• Experience working with graduate students 

• Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning or education theory

Compensation 

It is anticipated that the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I, or II, with an annual salary range of $61,651.15 – $88,828.43, or $67,255.99 – 

$99,221.08 respectively. This position is included in the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association bargaining unit. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefit package. The full Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Library Human Resources Office. Further information about the University Library is available at http://library.mcmaster.ca. 

Additional Information 

McMaster University Library expects librarians to be active and engaged with the broader library and research community through both professional service and professional or scholarly activity as defined in Article 3 of the MUALA Collective Agreement. 

Qualified persons who wish to be considered for this opportunity should submit their curriculum vitae with a covering letter. The estimated start date for this position is November 1, 2023. 

How to Apply 

Internal Applicants: 

https://epprd.mcmaster.ca/psp/prepprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP.HRS_ APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Employee&SiteId= 1001&JobOpeningId=57463&PostingSeq=1 

External Applicants:

https://careers.mcmaster.ca/psp/prepprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP _SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&SiteId=1001&FOCUS=Applicant &JobOpeningId=57463&PostingSeq=1 

Context 

McMaster University Library aspires to be a catalyst of intellectual activity for the University and its community. We pride ourselves in delivering innovative services, welcoming spaces, extraordinary expertise and exemplary collections to accelerate research, enhance learning and improve the user experience. 

The University Library system is comprised of the Mills Memorial Library (humanities and social sciences), the Thode Library of Science & Engineering and the Innis Library (business). The Library is known for its distinctive collections of archival materials and rare maps and the extraordinary expertise and creative spirit of our staff. We are home to the world-renowned William Ready Division of Archives & Research Collections (including the separately housed Bertrand Russell Archives), the Lyons New Media Centre and the Lewis & Ruth Sherman Centre for Digital Scholarship. We work in close partnership with McMaster’s highly regarded Health Sciences Library. We are actively engaged in the university’s larger teaching and research missions through our management of classroom technology and our oversight of McMaster Experts, the university’s research information management system (RIMS).

McMaster’s libraries are active contributors to the national and international library community. We are members of the esteemed Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) and the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL). 

Ranked as one of the world’s Top 100 universities, McMaster University is devoted to the cultivation of human potential, realized through our innovative educational programs, cutting-edge research, and the diverse students, faculty, staff and alumni who make up the McMaster family. Dedicated to creating a Brighter World, we recognize that our people are our most valuable resource. Those who join McMaster will find a community of talented individuals who are inspired by the university’s commitment to embodying the values of integrity, quality, inclusiveness and teamwork. 

McMaster is an internationally recognized centre of learning and research. We inspire critical thinking, personal growth and a passion for lifelong learning in the 34,000 students, 1,000 faculty and 11,000 staff that make up our community. The University attracts, on average, more than $370M of research funding each year and is ranked #2 in the world by the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking. The University is consistently ranked as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers. We are known for the excellence of our faculty, the diverse nature of our student body and the strength of our community connections.

McMaster is located in the city of Hamilton, Ontario. Hamilton is a vibrant city, recognized for its natural beauty and unique blend of cultural, education and technological resources. 

What you can Expect from Working at McMaster 

As one of Canada’s most research-intensive universities, working at McMaster University is an opportunity to be involved in a thriving community comprised of internationally renowned professionals and research institutes. McMaster University is principally sited on an attractive campus in west Hamilton, adjacent to residential neighbourhoods and the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Cootes Paradise wetland and trails. It is possible to live within easy walking or cycling distance of the campus, with easy pedestrian-safe transportation on the nearby rail-trail. 

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages vary by employee group but include: 

• Employer-paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance 

• Pension Plan 

• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities 

• Employee tuition assistance for development and education 

• Opportunities to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning 

• Progressive paid annual vacation plan 

Please see Total Rewards Overview for MUALA for more Information. 

Employment Equity Statement 

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. 

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. 

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey – Statement of Collection for additional information. 

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact: 

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or 

School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679 

to communicate accommodation needs. 

Vaccination Policy Statement 

The University is committed to providing and maintaining healthy and safe working and learning environments for all employees, students, volunteers and visitors. The University’s Vaccination Policy-COVID-19 Requirements for Employees and Students (the “Vaccination Policy”), requires all McMaster community members, including employees, accessing a McMaster campus or facility in person to be fully vaccinated or to have received an exemption from the University for a valid human rights ground. While the Vaccination Policy is currently paused, it may resume quickly and on short notice, as informed by public health advice and direction. Should it become necessary in future to resume the Policy, all community members will need to demonstrate compliance at that time. Successful applicants in those positions that work in host hospitals or other healthcare sites that have active vaccination mandates in place will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment. The University will continue to follow the guidance of public health organizations to define fully vaccinated status.

Hybrid Work Language 

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.