Teaching and Learning Librarian, STEM

 Teaching and Learning Librarian, STEM

 McMaster University – Hamilton, ON

 Job Details

Job Title: Teaching and Learning Librarian, STEM
Job ID: 68250
Location: Central Campus
Open Date: 03/19/2025
Close Date: 04/09/2025
Job Type: Continuous Appointment Employee Group: McMaster University Academic Librarians Association
Department: Teaching and Learning, Libraries
Salary Grade/Band: Level 2
Salary Range: $75,555.50 - $110,785.22
Hours per Week: 35

Posting Details

Schedule 35hrs per week Education Level Master's Degree Career Level Level 2

Job Description:

McMaster University Libraries is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Teaching and Learning Librarian, STEM to join the McMaster University Libraries’ Teaching and Learning Division.

The Teaching & Learning Librarian, STEM will collaborate with the STEM librarian team, Teaching and Learning Division staff, and other Libraries and campus partners to advance the teaching and learning mission of the Libraries. The incumbent will work with the STEM librarian team to design, deliver, and assess instruction that supports information literacy and research skills development within the Faculties of Science and Engineering. They will offer individual or group research support through consultations. They will also build productive relationships with faculty and campus units. They may also be asked to support graduate or undergraduate programs associated with other Faculties when needed.

The successful candidate will:

• Collaborate with the STEM librarian team and Libraries colleagues to develop, implement, and assess an instruction program that supports students in the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Engineering.
• Develop, teach, and assess sessions focused on information literacy and research skill development within the Faculties of Science and Engineering. Sessions may be taught online, in-person, or in a hybrid format. Learning may be synchronous and/or asynchronous.
• Use learner-centred pedagogy in their teaching and development of learning objects. Ensure their teaching and learning object development aligns with UDL principles and DEIA best practices.
• Offer in-depth research consultations to students in Science and Engineering, and broker referrals and collaborations across the Libraries when needed.
• Develop and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with instructors, staff, and students within the Faculties of Science and Engineering and other campus units.
• Contribute to the planning and assessment work of the Teaching and Learning Division.
• Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning Division and other Libraries colleagues to support key Libraries priorities.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Chairs or serves as a member on library and university committees, task forces, and projects aligned with position responsibilities.

This is a full time, continuous appointment reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Teaching and Learning. Normally scheduled weekly hours will be Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours/week).

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have the following:

• A Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school of library and information science or its equivalent.
• An undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline or previous work experience in science or engineering librarianship.
• Demonstrated experience with online and/or in-person instruction in an academic library or equivalent context.
• Knowledge of key frameworks and standards related to information literacy and familiarity with the landscape of information literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of accessible and inclusive teaching practices and UDL principles.
• Experience with the development of online learning objects, such as videos, online modules, LibGuides, or other interactive media.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that facilitate productive relationships within the Libraries and with other campus units.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Creative problem-solving skills.

Additional preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with online and/or in-person instruction in a STEM discipline.
• Experience with evidence synthesis methodologies.
• Knowledge of information sources specific to STEM disciplines, e.g. standards, patents, technical reports.
• Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning and/or education theory.

Compensation:

It is anticipated that the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian II, with an annual salary range of $75,555.50 – $110,785.22. This position is included in the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association bargaining unit. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive benefit package. The full Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Libraries Human Resources Office. Further information about McMaster University Libraries is available at http://library.mcmaster.ca.

Additional Information:

McMaster University Libraries expects librarians to be active and engaged with the broader library and research community through both professional service and professional or scholarly activity as defined in Article 3 of the MUALA Collective Agreement.

Qualified persons who wish to be considered for this opportunity should submit their curriculum vitae with a covering letter. The estimated start date for this position is July 2, 2025.

What you can Expect from Working at McMaster:

As one of Canada’s most research-intensive universities, working at McMaster University is an opportunity to be involved in a thriving community comprised of internationally renowned professionals and research institutes.

McMaster University is principally sited on an attractive campus in west Hamilton, adjacent to residential neighbourhoods and the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Cootes Paradise wetland and trails. It is possible to live within easy walking or cycling distance of the campus, with easy pedestrian-safe transportation on the nearby rail-trail.

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards packages vary by employee group but include:

• Employer-paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance
• Group RRSP matching plan
• Training, coaching and professional development opportunities
• Employee tuition assistance for development and education
• Opportunities to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning
• Progressive paid annual vacation plan

Please see Total Rewards Overview for MUALA for more information.

Employment Equity Statement:

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language:

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to talent@mcmaster.ca, or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.