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About the Role

The Instruction & Research Librarian supports student learning and academic success through information literacy instruction, research support, and collaboration with faculty and campus partners. This role develops and delivers library instruction, creates learning resources, provides research assistance, and contributes to collection development and assessment, advancing the teaching, learning, and research mission of Keuka College.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with faculty and the Library Director to design and deliver information literacy instruction aligned with course and program outcomes.
Provide in-person and online instruction across disciplines and academic levels.
Develop instructional materials on research strategies, source evaluation, scholarly resources, citation practices, ethical information use, and AI literacy.
Create and maintain tutorials, videos, LibGuides, and other learning resources.
Assess library instruction and use results to improve teaching and services.
Provide research assistance and reference services in person and online.
Conduct research consultations and guide users in finding, evaluating, and using information effectively and ethically.
Develop and maintain research guides and related resources.
Promote library research services and resources across the College.
Partner with faculty to integrate information literacy, research skills, library resources, and emerging technologies into courses and assignments.
Consult on assignment design and effective research practices.
Maintain relationships with academic departments and collaborate with campus partners to support student success.
Participate in campus initiatives, programs, and events that advance learning and academic achievement.
Participate in collection development for assigned subject areas.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend resources that support curricular and research needs.
Assist with collection assessment, weeding, and ongoing collection management.
Collaborate with library staff on collection priorities and resource management.
Promote library services, resources, and instruction through outreach and presentations in coordination with the Reference & Access Services Librarian.
Support initiatives that increase awareness and use of library services.
Contribute to programs and activities that foster student learning and engagement.
Collaborate with FYE, SYE, and other student-success initiatives as appropriate.
Maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.
Experience providing information literacy instruction and research/reference services in an academic library.
Experience collaborating with faculty on curriculum, assignments, or research instruction.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to student-centered service.
Proficiency with library technologies, instructional technologies, and digital research tools.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and serve a diverse college community.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, accurate records, and compliance with institutional requirements.
Experience creating online instructional materials, tutorials, videos, or LibGuides.
Familiarity with information literacy frameworks and active-learning pedagogies.
Experience supporting AI literacy, digital literacy, or emerging technologies.
Experience with collection development or assessment.
Experience supporting assessment, program review, or accreditation efforts.
Experience working in a small college and/or liberal arts environment.
Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
Occasional evening or weekend work for instruction, programs, or special events.

Skills

Information literacy instruction
Research support
Collaboration with faculty
Library instruction
Learning resource development
Research assistance
Collection development
Assessment
Information literacy
Research strategies
Source evaluation
Scholarly resources
Citation practices
Ethical information use
AI literacy
Tutorial creation
Video creation
LibGuides
Reference services
Research consultations
Information evaluation
Information use
Research guides
Curriculum integration
Assignment design
Emerging technologies
Campus initiatives
Collection management
Outreach
Student engagement
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Student-centered service
Library technologies
Instructional technologies
Digital research tools
Priority management
Independent work
Collaborative work
Confidentiality
Record keeping
Compliance
Active-learning pedagogies
Digital literacy
Program review
Accreditation efforts

Location

Keuka Park, New York

Work Type

Onsite
Full-time

Experience Level

Mid-level

Education Level

Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Financial assistance for educational expenses
Employer-sponsored life insurance coverage
Generous paid time off (holidays and sick leave)
Retirement benefits with matching contributions
Employee Assistance Program (confidential counseling and support services)

About the Company

Founded in 1890, Keuka College is a private, liberal arts-based institution located on the shores of Keuka Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes region.
Our close-knit lakeside campus fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.
Mission-Driven: Empowering students to lead, serve, and succeed.
Experiential Learning: A hands-on, immersive educational environment.
Strong Community: A caring, respectful culture rooted in integrity and leadership.
Student-Centered: Dedicated to the success of every student.
Professional Growth & Balance: Support for your development and well-being.
Keuka Park offers scenic lakeside living, outdoor recreation, and access to nearby Penn Yan’s small-town charm—all in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
Join us and be part of something truly “small on purpose.”