Role Snapshot
Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) position in Library & Information Sciences at Old Dominion University's Darden College of Education and Professional Studies. Faculty will advance the Master of Library & Information Studies program through research, teaching, and professional service.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct high-quality research for publication in top-ranked journals, teach and develop graduate-level distance education courses in librarianship and information sciences, and contribute to program planning and development. Seek external funding and participate in professional and university service.
Skills & Tools: Strong research and scholarly publication abilities, expertise in distance education course development and delivery, grant writing and external funding acquisition, and commitment to diversity and inclusive academic community building.
Qualifications: Terminal degree (Ph.D. or MLS/MLIS) in Library and Information Sciences or related field with demonstrated research productivity and teaching experience at the graduate level. Qualifications vary by rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor).
Location: In-Person
Compensation: $65K–$95K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
Old Dominion University’s Darden College of Education and Professional Studies is inviting applications for two Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Library & Information Studies program. This is a 10-month, academic year position that will begin July 25, 2026 and will contribute to the advancement of our Master of Library & Information Studies program with a commitment to academic excellence in research and teaching. The department is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, graduate students, and staff.
The primary responsibilities for this position are to:
- Produce high quality research for publication in top-ranked journals.
- Teach and develop graduate level, distance-education courses in librarianship and information studies.
- Contribute to systematic planning and development of the library and information studies program.
- Seek external funding opportunities to support scholarly activities.
- Participate in the professional and intellectual community through professional and university service.
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