College of Information Studies – University of Maryland College Park
Assistant Professor  

The iSchool at Maryland (http://ischool.umd.edu) invites highly qualified individuals to apply for a tenure-track faculty position in an environment in which research and teaching share the highest priority; colleagues offer and expect collaboration in all phases of academic life; and rich resources support research and teaching.

Individuals who have expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to submit an application:

School Library Media
Youth Services
Public Libraries
Children’s/YA Literature
Instructional Design
Information Literacy

The College enrolls approximately 450 students in three degree programs: a newly revised and approved interdisciplinary Ph.D., a growing Master of Information Management (MIM), and the highly respected Master of Library Science (MLS). It is home to nationally ranked programs in Archives and Records Management, School Library Media, and Children’s Information Services and is known internationally for its vibrant program of interdisciplinary research in information access, retrieval, and use; digital libraries; and information policy and e-government. Our new colleague will contribute to the further development of all programs, weave his/her own courses into the curricula, and have the opportunity to teach in all programs offered by the College.

The tenure-track appointment is for nine months, with opportunities for grant-funded summer research and/or summer teaching.

Qualifications. Ph.D. or equivalent degree in information studies, library/information science, education, or a related field; demonstrated record of research accomplishments or demonstrated potential for research excellence; demonstrated record of attracting outside funding or demonstrated potential for attracting and managing outside funding; and evidence of or potential for effective and innovative teaching. Experience working in a school, public, or academic library is preferred.

Application Submission. For best consideration, submit applications prior to December 12, 2008. The position is expected to be filled no later than August 2009. Send application materials, including a CV, a letter of interest that clearly describes your primary area(s) of expertise and the specific contributions that you would make to the College, and a separate statement that outlines your research and teaching interests, by email to CLISJR@umd.edu. Applications also may be mailed to Faculty Search, College of Information Studies, 4105 Hornbake Library, South Wing, College Park, MD 20742-4345. All applications will be acknowledged electronically within 3 business days; however, it is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that the materials were received.

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.