Library - Business & Instruction Librarian

As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

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Position Summary

Position requires a dynamic, passionate, and user-oriented individual to serve as the Business and Instruction Librarian. The position will provide specialized research assistance, instruction, and collection development for all business and economics related departments within the Welch College of Business & Technology. This role involves collaborating with faculty, supporting student research, and enhancing the library's business resources. This position is also a key member of the Research & Learning Support team and will work closely with the team to provide instruction and reference support to the broader SHU community. Early-career librarians and recent MLIS grads are encouraged to apply. 

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists students, faculty, and staff with research inquiries, including data analysis, market research, and business information retrieval.
• Develop and deliver instructional sessions on business research methods, information literacy, and the use of business databases.
• Assists with collection development and management of the library's business collections and databases.
• Works closely with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum and support course-specific research needs.
• Promote library services and resources to the Welch college community through workshops, seminars, and consultations.
• Utilize and promote the use of digital tools and resources for business research and data analysis.
• Stays current with trends in business librarianship, AACSB library standards, and participates in relevant professional organizations and conferences.
• Serves on library committees.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

Required Skills:

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science.
• Experience providing research support and instruction in an academic setting.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in business education and research.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Additional degree or coursework in business, economics, or a related field.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of assessment methods to evaluate library resources and services.
• Understanding of AACSB standards in relationship to library resources.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.