Reference Librarian Job at American University, Washington DC

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  • American University
  • Washington DC

Job Description

The Pence Law Library at the American University Washington College of Law invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor/Law Librarian beginning August 1, 2025. This is an entry level or lateral position. The successful candidate will be part of the law librarian tenure track faculty. Applicants should have a J.D and an M.L.S. (or equivalents) from accredited institutions completed within six months of date of hire. An applicant with a JD may be considered provided that they commit to obtaining an M.L.S. degree (or equivalent) within 4 years of their initial appointment. The Scholarly Communications/Reference Librarian will provide faculty outreach and education on topics related to faculty scholarship in addition to general reference duties, such as working at an active reference desk, responding to faculty research requests, teaching, and preparing library resources. Salary and benefits are competitive. A hybrid work schedule may be available. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Submit applications, including a letter of application and curriculum vitae, via Workday. Please provide contact information for three references; they may be contacted later in the process. If you have general questions regarding the application process, please contact Erica Devine, Faculty Affairs Manager, at edevine@american.edu. Please contact Adeen Postar, Law Library Director, apostar@american.edu, with any other questions. Although there is no formal deadline, we will begin interviewing candidates as early as August 2025, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities. The salary range is $95,000 - $110,000 (disclosure pursuant to D.C. law). American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check. AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer.

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