"Data Librarian and Assistant Professor"

Position Information

Position Details

Posting Number 23-00114-UP/FA Post

Position Title Data Librarian and Assistant Professor

Position Number 997990

Full-Time/Part-Time? Full Time

Summary of Responsibilities 

University Libraries at Wichita State University (WSU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor or above with an anticipated start date in August 2024. Placement in rank subject to review of scholarship and experience. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Academic Engagement and Public Services.

Develops and leads services and programs designed to support students, faculty, and staff on the use of data throughout the research lifecycle.

Serves as liaison librarian to selected programs and/or schools to be determined based on the candidate’s education and experience. Possible liaison assignments include College of Innovation and Design, College of Engineering, and College of Applied Studies (Education). Provides research consultation and teaching in a variety of environments.

Minimum Education 

A master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent.

Minimum Experience 

Experience working in an academic or large public library.

US Export Compliance Requirement 

N/A

Knowledge, skills and abilities 

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a varied student population.

Knowledge of data services concepts, such as data curation, data literacy, data visualization, data management plans, open data, and the lifecycle of research data 

Potential to meet the University Libraries’ tenure and promotion requirements for librarianship, scholarship, and service at a level that would merit tenure and promotion.

Required Licenses, Certificates & Registrations 

Additional Information 

A presentation will be part of the interview process. Please use the cover letter to address your specific qualifications for this position.

Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Salary Information

Proposed Salary or Hourly Rate Commensurate with experience

Eligible for Shift Differential? No

Benefits Eligible? Yes

Position Description Information

Preferred Education 

Preferred Experience 

Experience with data management, data services, or data science. 

Experience providing research support and instruction.

Regular Hours of Work 8 AM-5 PM, Monday - Friday, evenings and weekends as required

Environmental Factors 

Typical office environment with varying temperatures, dust, etc.

Proposed Job Duties

Responsibility / Duty 

Teaching/Librarianship

Importance (E) Essential

Percentage 80

Responsibility / Duty 

Research

Importance (E) Essential

Percentage 10

Responsibility / Duty 

Service

Importance (E) Essential

Percentage 10

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements - Physical Activity

Activity Vocal Ability

Frequency Daily

Activity Vision - Straight Ahead

Frequency Daily

Activity Standing

Frequency Weekly

Activity Visual Acuity - Far

Frequency Daily

Activity Visual Acuity - Near

Frequency Daily

Activity Sitting

Frequency Daily

Physical Requirements - Weight Activity

Activity (weight) Lifting

Frequency Periodically

Weight 

10 pounds

Activity (weight) Carrying

Frequency Periodically

Weight 

10 pounds

Other Physical Requirements

Other Physical Requirements 

Explain Physical Job Requirements 

Requisition

Requisition Details

Department 

University Libraries

Posting Date 05/29/2024

Closing Date 

Open Until Filled? Yes

Proposed Start Date 08/04/2024

Special Instructions 

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

Yes

No

* Can you meet all educational, experiential and knowledge, skills and ability requirements for this position?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents