Science Librarian

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by July 20th

Science Librarian
12-month, full-time position, P&A Professional position.

The person in this position provides library liaison services to assigned departments, programs, and research institutes in the sciences. This person also provides support and outreach for research data management at UMD in collaboration with UMD library colleagues and University Libraries colleagues in the Twin Cities.

For assigned departments and programs, this librarian provides specialized reference services, selects information resources, creates learning objects, serves as a liaison to faculty, and provides information literacy instruction for classes. As part of the Research & Learning Team, this person will share responsibility for delivering information literacy instruction for courses within the College and Advanced Writing Program. The person in this position participates in Research & Learning Team meetings, activities, and projects, serves on teams and groups working on library-wide initiatives, and contributes to the library profession and/or campus.

Assigned departments/programs: Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and Physics; UMD research institutes, including Large Lakes Observatory, Minnesota Sea Grant College Program, and Natural Resources Research Institute

Essential Job Functions

Liaison Assignments (50%)
For assigned departments and programs:

• Provide in-depth research support in assigned subject areas
• Provide information literacy instruction for courses in subject areas and for Advanced Writing classes related to the assigned subject area
• Develop good working relationships with faculty to support teaching and research
• Keep current on academic trends and changes
• Create and update course and research guides
• Assess user needs to develop and maintain relevant, high quality services and information resources
• Develop expertise in specialized information resources relevant to liaison areas
• Inform library users from liaison areas about relevant changes to library electronic resources
• Contribute to decision making about resource renewals and cancellations
• Promote electronic and other information resources
• Develop and manage library resources and collections relevant to assigned liaison areas. This includes special and ongoing weeding projects
• Manage assigned acquisitions budgets and provide input on budget decisions

Additional Assignments (20%)

• In partnership with library colleagues at UMD and the Twin Cities, coordinate library outreach and education efforts on research data management
• Develop, maintain, and share knowledge of research data management best practices
• In consultation with the Digitization and Metadata Specialist and the Publishing and Authorship Librarian, foster relationships across campus to build awareness of and increase contributions to the Data Repository for U of M (DRUM)
• In collaboration with liaison librarians, provide consultation-level research support for evidence synthesis authors at UMD

General Responsibilities as a Member of the Research & Learning Team (20%)

• Provide general research support to library users during scheduled hours
• Provide foundational information literacy instruction to classes in College Writing and College in the Schools
• Assist students and other researchers in evaluating resources and refining topics for research
• Keep current on professional issues related to research help services
• Share information on resources and research skills with colleagues
• Document data on research transactions and instruction sessions
• Serve as a member of the Research & Learning Team and participate in team meetings
• Participate in team events and initiatives
• Work cooperatively with library staff

Library-Related Professional Service and Engagement (10%)

• Attend library, UMD, and community meetings and events
• Serve on University committees, boards, or projects
• Engage in professional development
• Contribute to the profession through organizational work, presenting at conferences, or publishing

Other Duties as Assigned

Required:

• ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience
• Excellent organizational and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with proposing and/or implementing actions that improve equity and inclusion in your work
• Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships with colleagues, library users, and/or community partners

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience designing and/or delivering information literacy instruction
• Demonstrated experience providing liaison services in an academic environment
• Demonstrated experience providing reference service in a library
• Demonstrated experience or coursework with research data management
• Degree or significant library-related experience in a subject area related to liaison assignments

About the Library and UMD

The Kathryn A. Martin Library is prized for its design and architecture and features views of Lake Superior. It has been updated to serve today's researchers, including recent renovations of our study and teaching spaces.

Located on Anishinaabe lands along Lake Superior, the University of Minnesota Duluth is a public university that inspires diverse ways of learning, creating, and being by nurturing relationships that connect people, ideas, and places. UMD students can choose from 84 undergraduate and post-baccalaureate degrees, and from graduate programs in 24 fields.

For a campus of our size, UMD has a significant research profile, receiving external grants of approximately $75 million at present.

The UMD campus is located in the picturesque city of Duluth, Minnesota. Duluth sits on the north shore of Lake Superior, with a population of approximately 85,000 people. Duluth is a major shipping port and regional health care and education center. The city offers a vibrant music, theater, and art scene; community events; plenty of green space; and readily accessible outdoor activities.

Pay Range: $57,702 to $59,500 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.