Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number | 013141 |
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Functional Title | Assistant Professor of Information, Library, & Research Sciences |
Position Type | Tenure Stream |
Position Eclass | FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn |
University Information | UNC Greensboro , located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students , and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams , 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value , with noted strengths in health and wellness , visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram . |
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit | The Department of Information, Library, & Research Sciences (ILRS) invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track Assistant Professor. ILRS offers Bachelors, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in the intersecting areas of information, library, and research & evaluation sciences, including a Master’s of Library & Information Science degree accredited by the American Library Association. According to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report, the MLIS program is ranked #2 in North Carolina and #22 across the United States. We offer a fully online, synchronous Master of Library & Information Science degree, as well as a variety of in-person and hybrid programs. This position is a 9-month appointment on the main Greensboro campus with promotion and tenure possibilities. Tenure-track faculty members have responsibilities in three areas: teaching, research, and service. The position will be effective August 1, 2024, and the salary is commensurate with qualifications. |
Position Summary | Position Summary Candidates with a specialization in public librarianship or library administration are preferred. Other areas of interest will also be considered, including the following:
Responsibilities
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Minimum Qualifications | Required Education and Qualifications
A record of, or the potential for:
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Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. |
Tenure Status | Tenure Track |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Application Deadline and Procedures Review of applications will begin on September 22, 2023, and will continue until the position is successfully filled. Candidates should upload the following materials electronically via the https://jobsearch.uncg.edu system: (1) A letter of application, including statements that articulate the candidate’s teaching philosophy, research agenda, and service and community engagement philosophies and mission, (2) current vitae, (3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three or more references. Applicants are asked to provide the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three references, in the References section of the electronic application. These references will be solicited by the UNCG job search system via email and asked to provide a confidential Letter of Reference / Recommendation on behalf of the applicant. This will occur when a candidate is being considered for an interview. For questions, contact: Noah Lenstra, [email protected] |
Recruitment Range | $73,000 - $80,000 |
Org #-Department | Info/Library/Research/Science - 12024 |
Job Open Date | 09/07/2023 |
For Best Consideration Date | 09/22/2023 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | No |
FTE | 1.000 |
Type of Appointment | Permanent |
Time Limited Duration | |
Number of Months per Year | 9 |
FLSA | Exempt |
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