Open Rank in Library and Information Sciences

🇺🇸In-Person$65K–$95K/yri58min ago

Higher Ed Teaching Library Science Higher Education Graduate Teaching Librarianship Academic Research

Role Snapshot

Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) position in Library & Information Sciences at Old Dominion University's Darden College of Education and Professional Studies. Faculty will advance the Master of Library & Information Studies program through research, teaching, and professional service.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct high-quality research for publication in top-ranked journals, teach and develop graduate-level distance education courses in librarianship and information sciences, and contribute to program planning and development. Seek external funding and participate in professional and university service.

Skills & Tools: Strong research and scholarly publication abilities, expertise in distance education course development and delivery, grant writing and external funding acquisition, and commitment to diversity and inclusive academic community building.

Qualifications: Terminal degree (Ph.D. or MLS/MLIS) in Library and Information Sciences or related field with demonstrated research productivity and teaching experience at the graduate level. Qualifications vary by rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor).

Location: In-Person

Compensation: $65K–$95K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

Old Dominion University’s Darden College of Education and Professional Studies is inviting applications for two Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Library & Information Studies program. This is a 10-month, academic year position that will begin July 25, 2026 and will contribute to the advancement of our Master of Library & Information Studies program with a commitment to academic excellence in research and teaching. The department is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, graduate students, and staff.

The primary responsibilities for this position are to:

Produce high quality research for publication in top-ranked journals.
Teach and develop graduate level, distance-education courses in librarianship and information studies.
Contribute to systematic planning and development of the library and information studies program.
Seek external funding opportunities to support scholarly activities.
Participate in the professional and intellectual community through professional and university service.