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

Posting Details

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, 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

About the College
https://www.odu.edu/eps

About the Department
https://www.odu.edu/stemps