The Department of Information Science has a long history of research excellence and innovative teaching. We strive to create learning environments that enable our students to move into the information professions with contemporary skills and abilities through our programs: an ALA-accredited MS in Information and Library Science, MS in School Librarianship, an Advanced Studies Certificate, and a Ph.D. in Information Science.
We seek an outstanding scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to effectively deliver course content in our online master's programs. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive and just community of faculty, students, staff, and administrators where all feel welcomed, included, supported, empowered and have equal access to supports, services and opportunities that ensure learning and success. We welcome a new colleague who shares this commitment.
Responsibilities include:
Teach eight courses per academic year; subject areas are flexible
Advise Information Science master's students
Participate in professional activities and serve on department, school, and/or university committees
Contribute to the scholarly and intellectual community of the department. Research productivity is encouraged but is not a requirement of this position
Appointments are for a ten-month academic year beginning in the Fall 2024. Initial screening of completed applications will begin October 10, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Nominations: Please send nominations to the Search Committee Chair and include the nominee's name, position, and email address.
The Department of Information Science's programs enjoy strong stakeholder support from the community and robust enrollment. In addition, we have collaborative agreements with the School of Law to offer a JD / MS in Information and Library Science, with the Department of Music to offer an MA (Music) / MS in Information and Library Science, with the Department of English to offer two combined degree programs: BA in English / MS in Information and Library Science and BA in English / MS in School Librarianship, and with the Department of History to offer a BA in History / MS in School Librarianship.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.
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Minimum Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in Information Science (or equivalent) at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience in an area of Information Science or related discipline.
Experience or demonstrated ability in the design and delivery of online courses
A record of successful teaching of students from underrepresented minoritized (URM) populations
A record of active engagement with the information professions
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UB is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.