"Rutgers Department of Library and Information Science Faculty Jobs"

Review of applications begins October 15 for Department of Library and Information Science's Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Positions

Information Policy

We seek a candidate who critically engages scholarly study, analysis and/or development of information policy theories, frameworks, methods, and innovations in areas such as governance, policy regulation, and power. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Prof. Rebecca Reynolds, Chair, Library and Information Science, at rbreynol@comminfo.rutgers.edu. To see the full job description and requirements and to apply, visit https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/258701

Public or Academic Librarianship

Areas of focus for this position within public or academic librarianship may include: community-engaged librarianship; social services and social work links; scholarly communication; librarianship for specialized groups; intellectual freedom and privacy; topical expertise in the arts, science, sustainability, climate and/or the environment, crises and disaster relief, medicine and health, multiple literacies and learning. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Prof. Denise Agosto at denise.agosto@rutgers.edu. To see the full job description and requirements and to apply, visit https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/258706

The Library and Information Science Department is a charter member of the iSchools organization, has a dynamic research and learning culture, is international in scope and local in impact, and is in an exciting period of growth.

Responsibilities of each position include undergraduate and graduate teaching, an active program of research in the candidate’s area of expertise, and service contributions in accordance with university policy. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field is expected by June 2026 for a September 2026 start date. Applicants should have a demonstrated record or strong likelihood of top-tier peer-reviewed publication and evidence of, or preparation for, effective teaching.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. For more information visit https://www.rutgers.edu. The School of Communication and Information on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus houses a dynamic community of scholars who conduct research and teach in Library and Information Science, Communication, and Journalism and Media Studies. For more information visit https://comminfo.rutgers.edu.

Rutgers University is an AA/EEO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. For additional information please see our Non-Discrimination Statement at https://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.