Assistant Professor Librarian Assessment Librarian
Assistant Professor Librarian Assessment Librarian
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Do you enjoy working in collaborative library environments Are you looking for a university where you can partner easily across campus while still enjoying the size and resources of a comprehensive university The University of Dayton Libraries are looking for an Assessment Librarian to join our team of colleagues. Consisting of Roesch Library Marian Library and University Archives and Special Collections the UD Libraries form an academic focal point enriching the intellectual and cultural life at and beyond the University. Our faculty and staff are recognized for seamlessly connecting information and services to users contributing to the educational mission and preserving the history of the University of Dayton. Roesch Library underwent a significant renovation designed to meet present and future needs with an emphasis on student preferences technology inclusion and creating a sense of welcome for all. Learn more about the position and apply!
The OpportunityThis is a 12month fulltime 35 hours per week tenuretrack faculty position at the rank of assistant professor. The University of Dayton offers a strong benefits package including tuition remission for self and immediate family 22 vacation days and 17 University holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day. Reporting to the Associate Dean the successful candidate will coordinate assessment efforts across the University Libraries and will work collaboratively with others to foster a culture of assessment. The Assessment Librarian will serve as a catalyst for change within the library by delivering evidence and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to inform better decisionmaking by library leadership and the development of robust library services throughout the library. This position will also serve as a liaison to assigned departments/disciplines providing research assistance library instruction and collection development.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Collaborate with colleagues across the Libraries to design and implement quantitative qualitative and/or mixedmethod library assessments to identify user needs demonstrate library impact improve services and inform decisionmaking related to the Libraries strategic priorities
Participate in the selection implementation and promotion of appropriate assessment tools to improve library services
In partnership with others in the Libraries lead the creation of reports visualizations and other strategies intended to communicate library data assessment results and other related information to guide strategic decisionmaking
Participate in the interpretation and communication of assessment data to a variety of library stakeholders
Collaborate with others to develop and maintain processes for the collection and storage of library data and statistics
Support library data collection and routine compilation for accreditation and reporting purposes to organizations such as the Association of College & Research Libraries and the Higher Learning Commission
Maintain a high level of confidentiality and data ethics respecting the privacy of library users students faculty and staff and working with the Institutional Review Board as appropriate to protect the dignity and rights of human subjects
Chair the University Libraries Assessment Team
Serve as the Libraries representative on the University Assessment Committee
Serve as a liaison to assigned departments and/or disciplines which may include research support instruction and collection development
Contribute to the implementation of the Libraries and Universitys strategic plans including for inclusive excellence
Conduct research and disseminate the findings through publication in peerreviewed journals major national meetings and other venues
Serve on various library university and professional committees
Manage or assist with special projects as assigned
About Dayton Ohio
Daytons environment is a great place for those who want a bit of everything with a low cost of living great schools and manageable traffic. UDs campus is a walk away from The Great Miami Riverway (also home of the nations largest paved trail network). Our central location provides easy access to a burgeoning downtown area expansive metro parks named for our convergence of five waterways a vibrant arts scene historic neighborhoods and the Dayton Aviation Heritage and National Historical Park. See https://daytoncvb for more information about the area.
The University
At the University of Dayton we value inclusive excellence because we recognize that diversity equity and inclusion are fundamental to academic and institutional excellence. Inclusive excellence requires a comprehensive cohesive and collaborative alignment of infrastructure resources and actions. We strive to be active intentional and sustain engagement with and celebration of diversity in every dimension of institutional life. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences we encourage all candidates to apply.
- Completion of at least 33 credit hours of an ALAaccredited graduate degree program (MLS MLIS MSIS etc. at the time of application with degree conferred by December 31 2025
- Articulated experience conducting all parts of the research process including study design instrument development data collection statistical analysis (both quantitative and qualitative) and reporting
- Excellent written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively about assessment data with diverse stakeholders including library researchers practitioners university stakeholders and the public
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment with a strong service orientation
- Articulated ability to support the University of Daytons commitment to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion
- Potential for excellence in librarianship research and service
While not everyone may meet all preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
- Successful experience in one or more of the following:
- conducting assessments in academic libraries
- library statistics platforms (such as LibInsight) or another library statistics platform
- fostering inclusive excellence in the workplace including working with and supporting individuals from culturally and socially diverse communities
- Working knowledge of assessment frameworks and practices
- Proficiency with statistical software such as SPSS NVivo Tableau etc. and data visualization platforms
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Effective oral communication skills
- Effective classroom management skills
- Commitment to breadth of education including educating the whole person in the Marianist tradition and a commitment to social justice equity and inclusion and service to the community university and profession
To apply candidates should submit:
- A cover letter that addresses how the candidate meets each of the required and any of the preferred qualifications as well as a brief statement of the research area they would like to pursue as they advance toward tenure and/or promotion
- A curriculum vitae
- A 300500 word statement about their previous and planned contributions to inclusive excellence and how that informs their work as a librarian
- For individuals applying prior to completing their ALAaccredited graduate degree a copy of an unofficial graduate transcript is also required along with a letter from an advisor indicating progression toward degree completion
- Contact information for three references who will be contacted if applicants are selected for an oncampus interview (instead of recommendation letters)
Finalists for this position will be required to make a 2030 minute oral presentation. The presentation prompt will be provided two weeks before the oncampus interview.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis.The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for thisposition
Posting closes at 11:55 PM EDT April 9 2025.
The University of Dayton is a top tier Catholic research university with offerings from the undergraduate to the doctoral levels. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary the University is a diverse community committed to advancing the common good through intellectual curiosity academic rigor community engagement and local national and global partnerships. Guided by the Marianist educational philosophy we educate the whole person and link learning and scholarship with leadership and service.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity achieve equitable outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities women protected veterans individuals with disabilities or on the basis of age race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity. The University is also pleased to provide support for spouses of prospective and newly hired faculty through its dual career program. While we cannot guarantee placement we serve as an effective resource and support system for your spouse. Information can be found athttps://udayton/hr/dualcareerresources.php
Employment Type
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