<p>Position Information</p> <p>Job Title Assistant Professor of University Libraries, Humanities Librarian Requisition No. 0000782 Job Description Summary</p> <p>Oakland University's Kresge Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented humanities librarian to join us in fostering academic excellence and student success by expertly integrating teaching, information and technology to advance the learning, research and creative activities of our faculty and students. The successful candidate will serve as subject specialist and liaison to one or more academic departments in the humanities and to the thriving Honors College, and will be responsible for providing in-depth research and instructional support to faculty and students; developing relevant, responsive collections in all formats; and promoting library resources and services to the campus community.</p> <p>Responsibilities include:</p> <p>? Faculty and departmental liaison work, building relationships and collaborating with humanities departments</p> <p>? Collection development and management for humanities disciplines, including selecting, evaluating, and deselecting materials in various formats</p> <p>? Information literacy instruction, including developing and teaching library workshops, tutorials, and course-integrated sessions in multiple formats, and creation of research guides and instructional materials specific to humanities disciplines</p> <p>? Reference services and research consultations to support faculty and students in the humanities and other disciplines</p> <p>? Maintaining current awareness of issues, trends, standards, and best practices in higher education and the library and information science profession, including those related to subject area and scholarly communication</p> <p>? Contributing to broader scholarly conversations through publications and presentations</p> <p>? Participating in library, university, and professional service activities</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>? Master of Library Science degree or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.</p> <p>? Demonstrated subject knowledge in humanities-related disciplines.</p> <p>This is a tenure-track faculty position with an eight-month schedule; attainment of tenure is dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Salary will be determined by credentials and experience. Oakland University offers excellent fringe benefits including TIAA/CREF retirement plan.</p> <p>Special Instructions to Applicants</p> <p>Please upload a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Contact information for references will be requested in the Professional References section of the application and a link provided through which references can submit letters. Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be addressed to Amanda Nichols Hess, Assistant Professor of University Libraries, Humanities Librarian Search Committee Chair, nichols@oakland.edu.</p> <p>School/College & Department/Program Summary</p> <p>The University Libraries expertly integrate teaching, information, and technology to create dynamic, welcoming learning environments. Located at the heart of OU's campus the University Libraries offer important services and resources to help students, faculty, and staff meet their academic and research goals. As teachers, we promote the creation, dissemination, discovery, use, and evaluation of scholarly information. For more information, please visit library.oakland.edu.</p> <p>More About Oakland University</p> <p>The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor's degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University's Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan.</p> <p>Pay Basis Open Date 07/23/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Full-time Faculty EEO Statement</p> <p>Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.</p>