Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian
Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian
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Job Description
Electronic Resource Management 70%
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Blake Wilson
Position Overview
The Wheat Law Library at the University of Kansas School of Law invites applications for a tenure-track assistant librarian to join the faculty. The Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian will lead the librarys efforts in managing electronic resources and integrating emerging technologies that enhance access to legal information and support the educational and research missions of the Law School. This position plays a critical role in the evaluation implementation and support of digital tools and services and collaborates with library staff IT personnel and faculty.
The Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian is a member of the Wheat Law Library and reports to the Director of the Wheat Law Library. As a member of the Wheat Law Library this position contributes to the educational and research support of the faculty staff and students at the University of Kansas School of Law as well as the broader University of Kansas community. This position works closely with colleagues in the Wheat Law Library and beyond to accomplish shared goals and works to strategically address the libraries priorities.
This is a full-time 12-month tenure-track faculty position. The position reports to the director of the Wheat Law Library although the tenure and rank considerations are governed by the University Libraries promotion and tenure procedures.
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
Additional Candidate Instruction
For complete information and to apply online go to: should attach a cover letter resume/CV and contact information for three professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor). Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the qualifications. An online application must be complete to be considered for this position.
Review of applications will begin on July 7 2025. Please submit a complete application no later than midnight on July 6 2025 for consideration.
- Collaborate with the appropriate stake holders in the acquisition access maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic resources including databases e-books and online legal research tools.
- Serve as the primary liaison to vendors and consortia for the Law Librarys electronic resource management.
- Develop implement and assess technologies to improve library services including discovery tools digital repositories and user interfaces.
- Lead projects related to the evaluation and integration of new and emerging technologies in support of legal research teaching and scholarship.
- Manage and enhance the librarys website and other digital communication tools.
- Maintain current awareness of trends in legal technology library systems and digital services; provide leadership on adopting relevant innovations.
- Participate in collection development particularly for electronic and digital materials.
- Provide outreach service to the Kansas legal and library communities including the local area bar and KU Law alumni.
- Contribute to the development of library policies and strategic planning related to technology and digital services.
- Participate in professional development and service at the institutional regional and national levels.
- Establish and foster contacts with other professionals and libraries by participating in committee work and the service activities of professional associations.
- Collaborate with law library colleagues to provide reference services electronic research instruction and library workshops as needed.
- Maintain open-access scholarship repositories.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Blake Wilson
- ALA - accredited masters degree in library/information science or equivalent from a foreign institution by date of appointment.
- Experience working in a library an academic law library or law firm library.
- Experience with integrated library systems.
Position Overview
The Wheat Law Library at the University of Kansas School of Law invites applications for a tenure-track assistant librarian to join the faculty. The Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian will lead the librarys efforts in managing electronic resources and integrating emerging technologies that enhance access to legal information and support the educational and research missions of the Law School. This position plays a critical role in the evaluation implementation and support of digital tools and services and collaborates with library staff IT personnel and faculty.
The Electronic Services and Emerging Technologies Librarian is a member of the Wheat Law Library and reports to the Director of the Wheat Law Library. As a member of the Wheat Law Library this position contributes to the educational and research support of the faculty staff and students at the University of Kansas School of Law as well as the broader University of Kansas community. This position works closely with colleagues in the Wheat Law Library and beyond to accomplish shared goals and works to strategically address the libraries priorities.
This is a full-time 12-month tenure-track faculty position. The position reports to the director of the Wheat Law Library although the tenure and rank considerations are governed by the University Libraries promotion and tenure procedures.
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
Additional Candidate Instruction
For complete information and to apply online go to: should attach a cover letter resume/CV and contact information for three professional references (including at least one previous or current supervisor). Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the qualifications. An online application must be complete to be considered for this position.
Review of applications will begin on July 7 2025. Please submit a complete application no later than midnight on July 6 2025 for consideration.
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