University Libraries, Head of Research and Learning Services

Loyola University Of Chicago

United States, Illinois, Chicago

820 North Michigan Avenue (Show on map)

Mar 24, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	University Libraries, Head of Research and Learning Services, Non-Tenure Track
Position Title	University Libraries, Head of Research and Learning Services
Position Number
Job Category	University Faculty
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code	LIBRARY REFERENCE (02900E)
Department Name	LIBRARY - CUDAHY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Salary Range: $80,000 - $88,000 Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/ Loyola University Chicago Libraries seeks applications and nominations for the position of Head, Research & Learning Services. The successful candidate will be a dynamic leader who will help reimagine and mentor a department of experienced and newer librarians and staff and show evidence of productive teamwork, creativity, initiative, flexibility, and ability to work with diverse populations. The department head leads and manages a team who provide reference, curriculum support, online and in-person instruction, workshops, and research consultations. This is an open-rank library faculty appointment. At Loyola, Librarian is a special faculty designation with opportunities for promotion. The Loyola University Chicago Libraries includes Cudahy Library, the Information Commons, and the Library Storage Facility at the Lakeshore Campus in Rogers Park; Lewis Library at the Water Tower Campus in downtown Chicago; the Health Sciences Library on the medical campus in Maywood; and a library at the John Felice Rome Center in Italy. The University Libraries also collaborates closely with the School of Law Library. Responsibilities Reporting to the Interim Associate Dean for User Services, the Head, Research & Learning Services will: Departmental Leadership Provide strategic leadership for Research & Learning Services and manage operational efficiency of the department. Provide leadership for the library's role as a campus partner in student success. Support, supervise, mentor, and evaluate Research & Learning Services faculty and staff. Develop detailed documentation for departmental workflow and procedures. Provide research services, instruction, and other assessment data to Library Administration, ACRL, and IPEDS. Serve as a member of the Libraries' Leadership and Planning Team (LAPT) and other relevant committees. Subject Liaison Leadership Coordinate the liaison program for all subject specialists. Set best practices for librarian communication with assigned departments. Serve as a liaison to selected academic departments. Participate in collection development for selected academic departments and the general reference collection. Oversee subject-specific research guides offering web-based instruction and informational pages for faculty and students on the library's research and instructional services program. Contribute to the Library's ongoing efforts to develop inclusive collections and services that support equitable access for a diverse community. Required Qualifications Master of Library and Information Science ( MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction Minimum of three years supervisory experience, including direct supervision of librarians, preferably those with faculty status Experience establishing departmental priorities and identifying areas for faculty and staff improvement. Commitment to excellence among team members and promotion of a culture of accountability Demonstrated experience leading assessment initiatives and setting up benchmarking. Demonstrated experience with team building, forging relationships, and establishing collaborations with campus partners and other external stakeholders. Preferred qualifications Second advanced degree in an academic discipline. Experience working within, coordinating, or leading a liaison librarian service model Evidence of professional service and/or research, with the potential to succeed in an academic promotion process. Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs, a commitment to social justice, and service to underserved communities. Experience with library discovery tools and systems, especially Ex Libris's Alma and Primo and Springshare products. To apply Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate's permission. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2025. Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee: Jonna Peterson Interim Director, Health Sciences Library Interim Head, Research & Learning Services, University Libraries Health Sciences Library - Loyola University Chicago 2160 S. First Ave. Maywood, IL 60153 Jpeterson2@luc.edu Environment Founded in 1870, Loyola is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities. Loyola is a private, not-for-profit institution consisting of 14 schools and colleges with four locations in Chicagoland and a campus in Rome, Italy, providing educational services to approximately 17,000 students in undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. The University enjoys robust enrollments, an outstanding reputation for the quality of its teaching, and an increasing level of research activity. Loyola was recognized by Forbes as one of the "Best Employers for Diversity 2022" among only 500 other companies nationwide. Diversity is critical to achieving the University's mission of excellence in education, research, educational access, and services. We welcome applicants with varied and diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The University Libraries also strives to foster an inclusive workspace for faculty, students, and staff. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Qualifications	Required qualifications Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, or a graduate degree or professional certification in a related field, combined with relevant library experience Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction Minimum of three years supervisory experience, including direct supervision of librarians, preferably those with faculty status Experience establishing departmental priorities and identifying areas for faculty and staff improvement. Commitment to excellence among team members and promotion of a culture of accountability Demonstrated experience leading assessment initiatives and setting up benchmarking. Demonstrated experience with team building, forging relationships, and establishing collaborations with campus partners and other external stakeholders. Preferred qualifications Second advanced degree in an academic discipline. Experience working within, coordinating, or leading a liaison librarian service model Evidence of professional service and/or research, with the potential to succeed in an academic promotion process. Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs, a commitment to social justice, and service to underserved communities. Experience with library discovery tools and systems, especially Ex Libris's Alma and Primo and Springshare products.
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Required qualifications Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program, or a graduate degree or professional certification in a related field, combined with relevant library experience Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic libraries, preferably in research and instruction Minimum of three years supervisory experience, including direct supervision of librarians, preferably those with faculty status Experience establishing departmental priorities and identifying areas for faculty and staff improvement. Commitment to excellence among team members and promotion of a culture of accountability Demonstrated experience leading assessment initiatives and setting up benchmarking. Demonstrated experience with team building, forging relationships, and establishing collaborations with campus partners and other external stakeholders. Preferred qualifications Second advanced degree in an academic discipline. Experience working within, coordinating, or leading a liaison librarian service model Evidence of professional service and/or research, with the potential to succeed in an academic promotion process. Experience supporting or promoting transformative educational programs, a commitment to social justice, and service to underserved communities. Experience with library discovery tools and systems, especially Ex Libris's Alma and Primo and Springshare products.
Open Date	12/13/2024
Close Date
Salary Range	$80,000-$88,000
Additional Salary Information	The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; rank at hire; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants	To apply Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate's permission. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2025. Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee: Jonna Peterson Interim Director, Health Sciences Library Interim Head, Research & Learning Services, University Libraries Health Sciences Library - Loyola University Chicago 2160 S. First Ave. Maywood, IL 60153 Jpeterson2@luc.edu Environment As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29974
Job Number	8100243
Organizational Location	PROVOST

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	04/01/2025
Position End Date
Open Until Filled	Yes