Adjunct Social Sciences Librarian at Queens College

This is a part-time position at Queens College Library (QCL), City University of New York. As a member of the Library Faculty this public services position reports to the Chief Librarian & Chair, through a coordinating or supervising librarian as appropriate.

Responsibilities: Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions:

• Serves as a subject specialist for several subjects: Anthropology & Archaeology, Geography & GIS, Sociology, etc.
• Provides research & reference assistance via in-person, online, hybrid
• Participates in our instruction program by teaching sessions for ENGL 110, assigned and related subjects, workshops, presentations, tours, etc.
• Develops subject-based learning objectives and instruction materials
• Participates in resource development (e.g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach in assigned and related subjects
• Works in collaboration with library colleagues who provide specialized resources and services
• Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing resources in assigned and related subjects, collaborating to support exhibits & events
• Works collaboratively on collections projects, including resource assessments, resource weeding & relocating, etc.
• Participates in relevant teams, performs other duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s in Library Science (MLS) or Master’s in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or in a closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to teach successfully, and to work with others for the good of the institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

Librarianship & Teaching:

One semester’s experience providing library research/reference service; one semester’s experience doing library instruction, or teaching.

Subject Knowledge & Skills:

Undergraduate degree related to the position’s subjects; familiarity with digital resources and search strategies related to the position’s subjects.

Employment Terms:

This part‑time position is for about 15 hours per week, for a total of 225 hours for each semester, and is renewable on a semesterly basis, subject to evaluation; evening/weekend hours may be required to ensure service operations; an in‑person position that requires to work on‑site.