Business Librarian

Application review process begins March 20, 2026, and will continue until a qualified candidate is selected and recommended for appointment. A complete application must include a letter of interest, resume or curriculum vitae, and the names of three current professional references (please include mailing addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers). The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time when the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. For questions, contact the search committee chair, Greg Schmidt at [email protected] .

Serve as liaison and conduct outreach to students, staff, and faculty in the College of Business

Serve as liaison and conduct outreach to students, staff, and faculty involved in entrepreneurship programs and competitions

Provide subject-specific research support to students, staff, and faculty in the areas of business and entrepreneurship

Develop and teach outcome-based, subject-specific information literacy instruction sessions. Some evening and weekend instruction service may be required

Create online instructional materials for business undergraduate and graduate students

Select materials to support research and teaching in the College of Business; coordinate collection development policies and strategy with the Libraries’ Collections Strategist and serve as member of the Libraries’ Collection Development Group

Participate in the general education efforts of the Libraries’ instruction program

Provide subject-specific reference services using innovative tools, both virtual and in-person, for the University community as well as members of the public

Performing other duties and assisting with special projects as assigned

Minimum: • Master of Library Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited program at the time employment begins • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in library services • Demonstrated ability to adapt to the changing needs of library users and to engage in continuous learning • Excellent interpersonal skills • Strong and effective written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work independently, including evidence of the ability to initiate and carry projects through to completion • Demonstrated ability to contribute collegially and productively in a team environment • Potential to meet university promotion and tenure requirements for library faculty

Desired: • Experience providing instruction, collection development, outreach or liaison services in the fields of business, or entrepreneurship in an academic or corporate setting • A degree in business or related discipline • Demonstrated knowledge of applicable standard statistical programs for data analysis • Familiarity with key social science data sources • A record of professional engagement and scholarly research activity

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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