& Information
Science
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Department: Leadership, Library and Information Science, and Research - 260300
Minimum Qualifications
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Department: Leadership, Library and Information Science, and Research - 260300
Minimum Qualifications
- ALA-accredited MLIS degree or equivalent advanced degree (Need to submit degree/official transcript by the first day of employment)
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
- Capacity to work with students specializing in areas across LIS disciplines
- Defined research agenda
- Areas of interest might include the following: information behavior, information retrieval, human-information interaction, data science, artificial intelligence, human-centered computing, information management, knowledge organization, information visualization, digital scholarship, information policy, digital stewardship, or related areas
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a broad group of individuals
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Familiarity with current LMS platforms (preferably Canvas)
- Evidence of a current or emerging research agenda related to library and information science
- Experience with assessment and accreditation
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a collaborative environment while fostering a welcoming and respectful atmosphere
- Record of service to organization or profession
- Ability to teach Organization of Information
- Experience in information science
License/Certification Required
N/A
Description of the Department or Unit
Department of Leadership, Library and Information Science, and Research
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Position Context
The Library and Information Science program at Appalachian State University prepares students to pursue careers in libraries or information fields. The Program has achieved Pre-Candidacy Accreditation status from the American Library Association (ALA): View Program retention and graduation data.The Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) is a 36-credit hour online degree program that prepares students to foster digital and information literacies, assist underserved populations, and bridge the gap between people, information, and technology. The program's curriculum has been developed and is reviewed annually to ensure that it enables students to successfully meet the program's Learning Objectives.
- Granted Precandidacy Accreditation Status from the American Library Association
- Growing program
Core Position Responsibilities
- Teach graduate courses in Library and Information Science at the master's level, 18 credit hours, which corresponds to six courses during the academic year.
- Curriculum and course development, especially in areas of information science.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of the MLIS programs.
- Advise and mentor graduate students.
- Engage in scholarly activity appropriate for tenure and promotion, including research, publication, and/or grant activity related to Library and Information Science.
- Contribute to accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts within the Library and Information Science Program.
- Participate in service through committee work, professional engagement, and community partnerships.
- Connect the program with emerging information professions.
- Collaborate with faculty across academic units on interdisciplinary teaching, research, and grant initiatives.
- Engage in an active program of scholarship and professional service to the MLIS Program, the Department, the University, and/or the public, including committee work as specified in the University's Faculty Handbook.
Proposed Date of Hire: 07/01/2027
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 10/15/2026
To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56441
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
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