"Lecturer of Library & Information Sciences (Non-Tenure Track)"

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Job Title: Lecturer of Library & Information Sciences (Non-Tenure Track)

Department: STEM ED/PROF STUDIES

Position Number: F1097A

Job Description: The Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies seeks applicants for a 10-month faculty position as a Lecturer of Library & Information Studies to start July 25, 2026. The primary responsibilities for this position are:

• To develop and teach graduate, distance learning courses in library and information studies.
• To participate in the administration and recruitment initiatives of the Master of Library and Information Studies program.
• To develop and maintain relationships with employers in libraries, archives, and other related institutions to assist with recruitment, program growth, and placements.
• To participate in the professional and intellectual community through service in the program, department, and college.
• The Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies is proud to support a diverse and inclusive culture. Individuals from underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Position Type: FullTime

Type of Recruitment: General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications: The minimum requirement for this position is a Master of Library Science or equivalent degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Experience teaching online, graduate-level courses.
2. Evidence of teaching ability in library, information, archival and/or technology studies.
3. Professional experience in academic, public, school, or special libraries or other information fields.
4. Demonstrated breadth of knowledge of the library profession.
5. Excellence in written and oral communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Library & Information Studies or related area of study.
• Experience teaching in an online, asynchronous environment.
• Evidence of a commitment to student success.

Conditions of Employment: N/A

Location: Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date: 09/15/2025

Application Review Date: 10/27/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Application Instructions: Interested candidates must submit application materials to https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24015 including the following: 1. Letter of Interest. 2. Curriculum Vitae. 3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy. 4. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts. 5. Names and contact information for three professional references. For questions concerning the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Elizabeth Burns, at eburns@odu.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 27, 2025, and the position will remain open until it is filled.

Telework Friendly: Yes

Equity Statement: It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.