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Overview The Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies seeks applicants for a 10-month faculty position as a Lecturer of Library & Information Studies to start July 25, 2026 . The primary responsibilities for this position are: To develop and teach graduate, distance learning courses in library and information studies. To participate in the administration and recruitment initiatives of the Master of Library and Information Studies program. To develop and maintain relationships with employers in libraries, archives, and other related institutions to assist with recruitment, program growth, and placements. To participate in the professional and intellectual community through service in the program, department, and college. The Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies is proud to support a diverse and inclusive culture. Individuals from underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply. Position Details Position Type : FullTime Location : Norfolk, VA Job Open Date : 09/15/2025 Application Review Date : 10/27/2025 Open Until Filled : Yes Minimum Qualifications The minimum requirement for this position is a Master of Library Science or equivalent degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association. Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills Experience teaching online, graduate-level courses. Evidence of teaching ability in library, information, archival and/or technology studies. Professional experience in academic, public, school, or special libraries or other information fields. Demonstrated breadth of knowledge of the library profession. Excellence in written and oral communication. Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in Library & Information Studies or related area of study. Experience teaching in an online, asynchronous environment. Evidence of a commitment to student success. Application Instructions Interested candidates must submit application materials to the following posting: Materials to include: Letter of Interest. Curriculum Vitae. Statement of Teaching Philosophy. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts. Names and contact information for three professional references. For questions concerning the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Elizabeth Burns, eburns@odu.edu . Review of applications will begin on October 27, 2025 , and the position will remain open until it is filled. Telework Friendly: Yes Reasonable Accommodation Request: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information. About the College: About the Department: Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other,' how did you hear about this employment opportunity? Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Unofficial Graduate Transcripts Contact Information for Professional References Optional Documents #J-18808-Ljbffr New River Community College

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