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DISCOVERY LIBRARIAN - LIBRARIAN II

Applications Close: Aug 18, 2026

Missouri University of Science and Technology

106, Parker Hall, 300 W 13th St, Rolla, MO 65409, USA

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University Libraries

Job Description

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T), one of the world’s leading technological research universities, seeks a dynamic and creative Discovery Librarian. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Libraries the Discovery Librarian plays a key role in ensuring seamless access to the library’s electronic and physical collections by managing, optimizing, and enhancing discovery systems and metadata workflows. This position focuses on user experience, systems integration, metadata…

quality, and collaborative problem-solving to improve how students, faculty, and researchers discover and use library resources.

The Discovery Librarian works closely with colleagues across technical services, systems, public services, and digital initiatives to develop, maintain, and continuously refine the library’s discovery environment.

Description of Duties

Discovery Services, Systems Management, and Supervision

Administer and configure the library’s discovery layer (e.g., EBSCO Discovery Service, WorldCat Discovery, Institutional Repository) to ensure accurate, intuitive resource discovery
In collaboration with UM system site coordinators, manage ILS and other services platforms and participate in decision making for settings, configuration, and optimization
Communicate regarding updates and known issues and coordinate testing and troubleshooting for the S&T campus. Provide input and feedback for how the UM system interacts with consortia
Maintain integrations among the discovery layer, knowledge bases, link resolvers, ILS/LSP systems, e-resource management systems, and external platforms
Troubleshoot access issues related to metadata, authentication, holdings, and linking
Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates direct reports

Metadata & Catalog Optimization

Collaborate with cataloging and e-resources teams to monitor metadata quality and ensure accurate indexing, and record consistency
Develop policies, procedures, and documentation for metadata workflows that support effective discovery
Analyze usage patterns and search analytics to identify and address discovery gaps

User Experience & Assessment

Conduct ongoing assessment of the discovery environment for external and internal reporting
Serve as a point of contact for discovery-related feedback from library users and staff

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with librarians, catalogers, and digital initiatives staff to support integrated access to resources
Communicate system updates, changes, and best practices across the library
Participate in committees, working groups, and vendor-led community forums

Professional Engagement & Development

Stay current with trends in library discovery, metadata standards, linked data, user experience, accessibility, AI and library systems
Engage with professional organizations and communities of practice

Qualifications

Required Education

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent)

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of two years (2) experience with integrated library systems (ILS) or library services platforms (LSP), discovery layers, or knowledge bases
Understanding of metadata standards such as MARC, RDA, Dublin Core, and linked data concepts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively across units and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues
Ability to meet the requirements of the University’s promotion guidelines for non-tenure track faculty

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with systems such as Alma/Primo VE, Sierra, FOLIO, EBSCO, or OCLC platforms
Knowledge of authentication technologies such as EZproxy, OpenAthens, or SAML-based systems
Experience conducting usability testing or analyzing system usage data
Familiarity with scripting or tools for automation (e.g., SQL, Python, OpenRefine, API interaction)
Experience in an academic or research library environment

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DISCOVERY LIBRARIAN - LIBRARIAN II

Applications Close: Aug 18, 2026

Missouri University of Science and Technology

106, Parker Hall, 300 W 13th St, Rolla, MO 65409, USA

18Views

Hiring Department

University Libraries