Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Non-tenure-track open rank teaching faculty position in school librarianship |
| Department |
SC&I - Library & Info Science |
| Salary Details |
Minimum salary for assistant professors is $88,000 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Posting Summary |
The Library and Information Science (
LIS) Department in the School of Communication and Information (SC&I) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, invites applications for an open rank (non-tenure track at assistant, associate, or full professor levels) faculty position in the area of:
* School librarianship
Our Master of Information program is an American Library Association-accredited degree with national rankings. The program is offered on campus and online. We seek an applicant with a focus in school librarianship to teach and contribute to the growth, visibility, and prominence of the program.
The
LIS department is a charter member of the iSchools organization, has a dynamic research and learning culture, is international in scope and local in impact, and is in an exciting period of growth. We seek candidates whose work complements our faculty's strengths, and who can deliver excellent instruction for students.
We especially invite applicants whose work can help advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (
DEI) goals at Rutgers, and within our department and school. The University Statement on Diversity can be found here.
https://diversity.rutgers.edu/university-plan/university-diversity-goal
Responsibilities of tenure-track faculty members include undergraduate and graduate teaching assignments, an active program of research in the candidate's area of scholarly expertise, and service contributions in accordance with the university policy for tenure-track and tenured appointments.
Responsibilities will include teaching graduate courses in school librarianship and library science; supervising Schoen Fellowship Students in their funded, independent research projects and maintain the Schoen Fellowship website; collaborating with other faculty to advance the research and teaching related to school libraries and youth literacy; assisting with recruitment, program growth, and placements by developing and maintaining relationships within the library community and K-12 educational institutions, school library and media centers; assisting with program planning, innovative curriculum development, and assessment; advising students participating in school librarianship coursework, including on state licensure requirements; managing the relationship with the NJ State Department of Education to maintain state licensure compliance for our program and curriculum; engaging in service to the department, university, and profession commensurate with a faculty position at Rutgers University.
Inquiries can be made to Prof. Rebecca Reynolds, rbreynol@rutgers.edu, Department of Library and Information Science, Rutgers University, 4 Huntington St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901. |
| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Posting Number |
25FA0960 |
| Posting Open Date |
10/15/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
10/22/2025 |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
An
ALA-,
NCATE-, or
TEAC-accredited masters degree and a doctorate in library or information science or a related educational field are required. Should have a record of teaching in higher education; 10+ years in K-12 school library teaching experience or equivalent; knowledge of methods and strategies of instruction in school libraries; knowledge of the scope of current research in the fields of school librarianship and information literacy; knowledge of National School Library Standards and their use in K-12 settings; knowledge of instructional design theory, applications, and practices in K-12 settings; experience with the design of effective online instruction and web design platforms; ability to teach, apply, and assess best practice in school library settings; a record of service, publications, and leadership relating to the library profession.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
There may be some evening classes. |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area. Established in 1766, more than 69,000 students and 27,300 full- and part-time faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at three main Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the region. With 29 schools and colleges, over 550 degree programs, over 600,000 alumni, and thousands of professional and personal enrichment continuing education programs, Rutgers' impact is felt around the world. For more information see
http://www.rutgers.edu.
The School of Communication and Information (SC&I) on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus houses a dynamic community of scholars who conduct research and teach in the areas of communication, information science, media studies, information technology, journalism, librarianship, organizational and health communication, public relations, and other professional practice areas. SC&I has about 2,500 enrolled students and teaches thousands of other Rutgers students in our five undergraduate programs, two masters degrees, interdisciplinary doctoral program, and non-degree continuing education programs. We value our culture of collegiality and work hard to support the success of our full- and part-time faculty, staff, and students. For more about the school and its activities, see:
http://comminfo.rutgers.edu.
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| Statement |
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Posting Details
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications will only be accepted through the Rutgers job portal. Candidates are asked to submit (1) a thorough letter of application that articulates fit with the job ad and specific departmental and school-wide research foci, (2) a statement of research and teaching, (3) a CV, (4) 2 syllabi examples, and (5) the names and contact information for three references (no letters at this time).
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| Quick Link to Posting |
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/261514 |
| Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
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life insurance, employee discount
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