Social Sciences Librarian, UC Santa Cruz

by DavidD
Information Literacy and Instruction, Research, Scholarly Communication/Copyright, Subject Specialist/Liaison

The University Library at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for the position of Social Sciences Librarian. The Social Sciences Librarian will join a growing team of librarians seeking to understand and respond to changing user needs and objectives within an equity and inclusion framework. Under the direction of the Head of Learning, Research & Engagement, the Social Sciences Librarian will support the library’s strategic priorities related to student success, teaching/learning, research, and scholarly communication in the social sciences. The library supports flexible work arrangements including schedules that combine on-campus and remote work.

For this position, we seek a user-focused individual with a teaching and learning mindset to lead the library in envisioning its role in support of social science research, teaching, and learning. The library has established social sciences support through our research consultation services, author services, Special Collections & Archives, and the University Library Center for Digital Scholarship, and looks to this position to identify new opportunities and pathways for engaging with social science students, faculty, and researchers. We especially look to this position to engage with faculty and students to develop compelling learning experiences that meet our students where they are at. We welcome candidates who are seeking to launch a career in social science librarianship and/or established librarians seeking professional growth.

Interested applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the position, the campus, and the University Library.

  • Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from noon – 1:00 pm PT registration
  • Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm PT registration

The initial review date is April 11, 2024. All applications received by this date are guaranteed consideration.

Salary Range: $61,920 – $94,837

For additional details and to apply: https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01701

Inquiries and nominations may be directed to Katharin Peter, Head of Learning, Research & Engagement (kapeter@ucsc.edu).