GIS Librarian/Instructional Assistant Professor – Texas A&M University at
Galveston [PAR#3938]
The Jack K. Williams Library and the Marine Sciences Department at Texas
A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG) invites applicants for the position of
GIS Librarian, a non-tenure track faculty position at the Instructional
Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will have earned a
Master of Library & Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited
institution.
The Librarian will receive a joint appointment in the Library and the
Marine Sciences Department. The Librarian will teach 2 GIS courses in the
Marine Sciences Department and provide support for GIS in that department.
Additionally, the Librarian will provide collection, research and discovery
support for students, faculty and staff through the Library.
The individual selected will demonstrate a solid understanding of GIS
theory, applications, software and emerging technologies. The Librarian
will acquire and provide support in the discovery, use and management of
locally created and externally available GIS data, collections and tools in
collaboration with data creators and researchers. The Librarian will also
work with others to develop scalable, sustainable and domain-appropriate
GIS services in support of research, support data visualization activities
by promoting techniques associated with specialized, evolving data
visualization tools for spatial applications and provide support for GIS
services through reference, research consultations, online help guides,
websites and other outreach efforts.
The appointment is at TAMUG, a branch campus of TAMU College Station, with
comprehensive emphasis on education and research related to the ocean. With
approximately 2,300 students, the campus offers a wide spectrum of
ocean-based programs to students, including Marine Biology, Marine Science,
Maritime Administration, Maritime Studies, Maritime Systems Engineering,
the Texas Maritime Academy, and a small fleet of vessels devoted to
supporting ocean-related programs.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications will be accepted through March 1, 2017 and the review will
begin in mid-March 2017. The anticipated start date for the position is
Fall 2017. The Jack K. Williams Library is especially interested in
qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching,
and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of TAMUG’s academic
community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans
are encouraged to apply. For more information about the position, contact
the Director of the Library, Dr. David R. Baca by email ([log in to unmask]).
To apply, reference PAR#3938 and send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and
a list of three references with their contact information to [log in to unmask]
or mail to:
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Human Resources Department
P. O. Box 1675, Galveston, TX 77553-1675 Phone 409-740-4532 * Fax
409-740-5005
All non-tenure track positions are subject to budgetary availability,
student enrollment needs, programmatic needs and turnover rates. Employment
is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Texas A&M
University at Galveston is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative
Action/Veterans/Disability Employer/Committed to Diversity.
Notice of Non-discrimination:
http://vpfa.tamu.edu/media/642261/NoticeOfNonDiscrimination.pdf
<http://vpfa.tamu.edu/media/642261/NoticeOfNonDiscrimination.pdf>
*Cecilia Smith, Ph.D.* | Clinical Assistant Professor
Geospatial Librarian, Maps & GIS
<http://library.tamu.edu/services/map_gis/services.html>, Evans Library 202
University Libraries | Texas A&M University
5000 TAMU | College Station, TX 77843-5000
(979) 862-1052 | [log in to unmask]
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