University of Oregon
Location
Eugene, OR | United States
Job description
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UO Libraries seeks an innovative problem-solver and digital designer to join our collaborative network of instructors, librarians, researchers, and journalists on campus. If this is you, keep reading!
As the Journalism, Communications, & Digital Literacy Librarian, you will serve as the liaison to the School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) , delivering services that support all aspects of the school’s research and instructional programs, including Portland campus programs, research centers, and online programs. In this role, you will provide course-integrated library instruction, and design learning tools and experiences to support assignments and activities in information and digital literacy. You will also provide specialized research support to faculty, researchers, students, and staff on SOJC-related projects, as well as select, assess, and maintain digital and physical collections relevant to SOJC’s teaching and research areas. The Journalism, Communications, & Digital Literacy Librarian also provides digital literacy support, instruction, and services for the UO Libraries. In this position, you will work closely with UO Libraries units including Digital Scholarship Services and Data Services to develop and implement teaching and research initiatives related to consuming, creating, and communicating with digital information. You will collaborate with UO faculty and staff to develop and deliver media assignments and components in new and existing courses and provides instructional materials and sessions related to digital literacy concepts including media use and reuse and communicating through digital design. This position reports to the Director of Research & Instructional Services (RIS) and, as a member of the RIS department, you will be responsible for research consultations, instructional services, and providing front-line research support in-person and virtually. Collaboration is important to us, and you will have opportunities to work with library employees on developing new methods of delivering reference, research, and instruction services. This position is based at the Eugene campus in the Knight Library. Travel to the UO Portland campus is estimated to be 10 percent of total work time.The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit .
About the University of Oregon Libraries:
The University of Oregon Libraries is an essential partner in the University’s educational, research, and public service mission. With five locations on the Eugene campus and branches at UO Portland and the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology, the Libraries offer many flexible, service- and technology-rich environments for our users’ research and learning needs. The UO Libraries is committed to supporting and enhancing the diversity of the university community, to providing a culturally inclusive environment where diversity of thought and expression is valued and respected, and to disrupting systemic inequalities. With a focus on equity in service, we strive to create a powerful learning community, a welcoming space where faculty, students, and patrons of all ages and cultural and ethnic backgrounds can access the information necessary to achieve their personal and professional goals. Our mission is to actively support the student learning experience, enable the creation and stewardship of knowledge, and contribute to advancements in teaching, research, scholarship, and public service. We value intellectual freedom, user-centered service, evidence-based approaches, transparency, innovation, teamwork, diversity, and integrity.
For full description and to apply, please visit Current Opportunities | UO HR Website (uoregon.edu)
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To ensure consideration for the position, please include with your online application:
1) A cover letter stating your interest and qualifications for the position, and
2) Current resume, which includes dates of employment.
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Salary
$58k - $76k
