Posted to the list on behalf of our Director, John Austin:
Dear Colleagues:
Northern Illinois University Law Library is seeking applications for
the position of Research and Instructional Services Librarian. This is a
tenure track library faculty position with initial appointment at the
rank of assistant professor. The law school is on NIU's main campus in
DeKalb, Illinois, about 65 miles west of downtown
Chicago. A description of the position follows below.
I would appreciate it if you would forward this to qualified people
whom you think might be interested. Thank you so much.
All my best wishes,
John Austin
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
DAVID C. SHAPIRO MEMORIAL LAW LIBRARY
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW
POSITION: Research and Instructional Services Librarian
ACADEMIC RANK: Assistant Professor in the Law Library
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited
library school or J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; knowledge of
educational technologies and legal research technique in all formats;
strong service orientation; excellent communication skills; the ability
to work both independently and as part of a team.
PREFERRED: Both J.D. and M.L.S. degrees; experience in teaching legal
research, providing legal reference service and using educational
technologies.
DUTIES: Provide reference service to library users (including
participation in weekend reference rotation). Teach legal research
courses to law students and offer instruction in legal research both
inside and outside of the classroom. Provide support to law faculty and
students in their research and in their use of educational technologies.
Engage in professional development activities, service and scholarship
required for tenure-track faculty position.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Regular, twelve-month, tenure-track faculty
position. Available July 1st. Competitive salary.
BENEFITS: Health, life, dental and vision insurance. Participation
in the State Universities Retirement System. 24 vacation days per year.
12 cumulative and 20 non-cumulative sick leave days per year.
APPLICATIONS: Please send cover letter, resume and the names of three
current professional references to:
John Austin, Director; David C. Shapiro Memorial Law Library; Northern
Illinois University; DeKalb, IL 60115-2890. Email: jaustin@niu.edu
FAX: 815-753-9499. Preference will be given to complete applications
received by April 6, 2008; however, applications will be accepted until
the position is filled.
Northern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
Sharon L. Nelson
Asst. Technical Services & Systems Librarian
David C. Shapiro Memorial Law Library
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60115
slnelson @ niu . edu / 815-753-2021
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