Reference and Instruction Librarian

Carson-Newman University is a leading Christian Liberal Arts institution, recently ranked Best Undergraduate Teaching in the South by U.S. News & World Report and received the President's Award for Community Service. Carson-Newman emphasizes academic excellence through innovative teaching, advising, mentoring of students, and service learning.  The campus is located at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and is surrounded by beautiful lakes. More information is available from the university website, www.cn.edu.

Carson-Newman employs faculty and staff who are actively supportive of its aim as an institution with a Christian commitment.

Carson-Newman University invites applicants for a Reference and Instruction Librarian in the Stephens-Burnett Memorial Library.  The position is a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track faculty position to begin August, 2013.

Candidates for the position must have an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science.  Desired qualifications include recent reference experience in an academic library environment with numerous electronic resources, substantial experience or interest in library instruction and information literacy, experience with LibGuides and other SpringShare products (LibAnswers and LibChat), experience with E360 or other Learning Management Systems, and a working knowledge of U.S. Government Documents. 

 Candidates for the position will provide reference service and library instruction to the University community including online programs, will share evening and weekend duties, and will serve on departmental and University committees.

 The rank and salary will be commensurate with educational preparation and experience. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

 To be considered, please send a letter of interest, references, and current vitae to:

 Dr. Kina Mallard, Provost
Carson-Newman University
2130 Branner Avenue, C-N Box 71989
Jefferson City, TN  37760
www.cn.edu
Phone:  (865) 471-3219
Email: provostoffice@cn.edu

Fax:  (865) 471-3502