The University of Waterloo Library seeks a creative and collegial librarian for the position of Learning, Teaching and Instructional Design Librarian (12 month contract). The Learning, Teaching and Instructional Design Librarian is the Library’s expert in learning and teaching within the Library. The incumbent guides and enhances the learning and teaching activities within the Library and broader academic context of library instruction within the academic institution. Through the provision of training, consultation and assessment of current and ongoing practices, the incumbent advances the learning and teaching mission of the Library.
The Library supports many campus priorities including student wellness, sustainability, and the development of Indigenous initiatives, recognizing the responsibility of truth and reconciliation as outlined in the 94 Calls To Action.
The University of Waterloo Library is a member of the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL), the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), and the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI). The Library recently transitioned to enhanced collaboration on a shared library platform through the OCUL Collaborative Futures project.
For a full job description see: Learning, Teaching and Instructional Design Librarian (12 month contract) (PDF)
Qualifications
- ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree, or equivalent
- Advanced degree, or significant progress toward an advanced degree, in education
- Experience teaching in an academic library with proven success
- Experience and/or education in instructional design
- Experience applying information literacy standards in curriculum design and implementation
- Demonstrated ability to independently, as well as collaboratively, plan, coordinate, implement and assess projects, including managing multiple and simultaneous projects
- Demonstrated ability to create, sustain, and enhance partnerships in a strategic manner
- Proven self-starter with excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Demonstrated commitment to innovation, creativity, and excellence
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data and synthesize recommendations
- Ability to interact with staff and customers in a respectful and inclusive manner
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Technical skills: MS Office: intermediate, Articulate 360 or equivalent, project management software
- Preferred: experience working with learning management software and other academic learning support software
Compensation:
The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications within the University Support Group (USG) level 9-11 salary. Hiring range: $62,481 - $92,859. Please refer to UWaterloo pay scales (PDF).
Additional information:
We welcome interested candidates to connect directly with Victoria Chu, Associate University Librarian, Learning, Research and User Services, to learn more about this exciting position. Victoria may be reached at +1-519-888-4567 ext. 49140 or by email at victoria.chu@uwaterloo.ca.
To apply:
To apply go to external opportunities at Careers at Waterloo.
Deadline for applications: for assured consideration, applications should be received by March 21, 2020.
Employment equity: The University respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We invite applications from all interested applicants. Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority.
Interviews are expected to be held in April 2020.
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