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Assistant Professor, Library Science The Darden College of Education is inviting applications for the tenure track position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Library Science beginning July 25, 2016. The College seeks scholars interested in expanding the boundaries of ODU’s successful school library program. Duties Responsibilities include (1) teaching and developing graduate level, distance-education courses in librarianship and information literacy; (2) producing high quality research for publication in top-ranked journals; (3) conducting and seeking external funding to support scholarly activities; (4) advising and directing graduate and doctoral student coursework and research; and (5) participating in initiatives directed toward program growth and development. Qualifications Required Qualifications are: (1) an earned doctorate in library/information science or related field by August 31, 2016; (2) ability to teach and develop the core library science coursework areas; and (3) strong potential or history of research and scholarly activities. Preferred Qualifications are: (1) an MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program; (2) record of service and leadership in the library profession; (3) a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the ability to work collaboratively; (4) experience with using technology effectively in online instruction; (5) a record of peer-reviewed publications and external grant applications. The Darden College The Darden College of Education is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly activities, and service. The college prepares outstanding professionals for work in the region, engages in research and preparation of school librarians at this critical time in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation and the world. The College has active research and service partnerships with regional, national and international businesses, post-secondary institutions, hospitals, non-profit agencies, schools and military bases. The mission of the Darden College of Education is to prepare distinguished professionals who become leaders in their fields. Institutional Context Old Dominion University (ODU) is a dynamic metropolitan, residential, and research-extensive public institution with a student enrollment of 24, 670, including approximately 6,000 graduate students, and a full time equivalent faculty of over 720 of which 40% are female. ODU is a vibrant, collegial university committed to serving the region and the nation through it leadership preparation programs, research, service and community engagement. The University’s primary campus is located in Norfolk, VA, one of the seven cities that make up the historic Hampton Roads region of Virginia, a major recreation area with a population of 1.7 million. Programs are also offered at three Higher Education Centers in the region and at Distant Learning sites across the state and across the nation. The University offers joint programs with Eastern Virginia Medical School and is home to several nationally recognized Research Institutes and Centers of Excellence, including: the Frank Reidy Research Center for Bioelectrics; the Virginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center; The Center for Educational Partnerships; and the Center for Accelerator Science collaboration with the Jefferson National Accelerator Facility. Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit application materials electronically including a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three professional references to jobs.odu.edu. Samples of scholarly writing/publications are recommended. For questions concerning the position, please contact Sue Kimmel, [email protected]. Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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