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Instruction Librarian I

locations

Ames, IA

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id

R20070

Position Title: Instruction Librarian I

Job Group: Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree

Job Description:

The Iowa State University Library invites applications for an Instruction Librarian I to join its Instruction Unit. This role will collaborate with the instruction team to coordinate and teach the undergraduate information literacy course. As part of the Research and Instruction Department, the Instruction Unit also develops and delivers workshops and instructional sessions focused on information literacy, AI literacy, and research skills. The Instruction Librarian will also contribute to the development and delivery of these instructional initiatives.

The successful candidate will have a customer-service focus, be skilled in organization and time management, possess the ability to interact effectively with library staff and the university community, and work independently as well as collaboratively in a rapidly changing, team-based environment.

The Iowa State University Library is committed to supporting librarians through mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities that foster professional growth and success. The Instruction Librarian will be encouraged and supported in pursuing continued learning relevant to their role, as well as sharing their knowledge and expertise with colleagues at Iowa State University and the broader library community.

Example of Duties:

Teaching the library’s credit bearing information literacy course for undergraduate students.
Work with the instruction team to centrally coordinate the course and manage student learning accommodations.
Actively participate in development of content and learning materials for the information literacy course.
Ensure digital accessibility of the course learning materials.
Co-manage the course’s learning management system, Canvas.
Coordinate library’s LibGuides system and provide support to librarians on using LibGuides.
Participate in the development of guides, tutorials, and other learning modules that support AI literacy, information literacy, and research skills.
Contribute to the ongoing evaluation of instruction programs, providing recommendations for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching or providing information literacy instruction.
Experience delivering reference and research services in an academic or research library.
Experience using course management systems, such as Canvas.
Experience using instructional technologies and content creation software.
Knowledge of accessibility standards and practices for creating digitally accessible learning materials.

This posting will be open until filled. However, to receive full consideration, please apply before October 30th, 2026.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type: Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period

Time Type: Full time

Pay Grade: PS807

Original Posting Date: October 15, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number: R20070

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.

About Us

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

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