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Adjunct Lecturer - Library Studies
St. Paul, MN
Job Description
Adjunct Lecturer - Library Studies
Division: Academic Affairs
Department/Office: Library and Media Services
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St. Catherine University welcomes applications for an Adjunct Lecturer in Library & Information Science for Fall 2024 (one semester only).
Adjunct Faculty are employed on a per-course basis, usually for no more than twelve credits per academic year. Service as an adjunct does not count toward promotion and tenure.
Responsibilities Included:
Adjunct faculty course instructors will be responsible for teaching and student evaluation for course(s) within their areas of expertise, in an online format, to students. In addition, the adjunct didactic course instructors may collaborate with, provide direction to, and supervise face-to-face lab instructors for labs associated with any course for which they are responsible.
- Develop syllabus and course curriculum for LIS 7030 Organization of Knowledge.
- Teach one online class in Fall 2024 semester.
- Educate and support students in their classroom.
- Communicate respectfully and build relationships of trust with people of all cultures and abilities.
- Foster a culture of inclusive excellence through authentic relationships with students as an educator and a mentor.
- Monitor and assess student-learning outcomes and provide timely and frequent feedback to students on academic performance.
- Monitor curriculum content and make recommendations as appropriate to maintain relevance.
- Consistent with the university's Catholic identity, its commitment to women, diversity, inclusion, social justice, and dedication to a liberal arts-based curriculum, faculty are expected to manifest these themes in their teaching and practice experiences.
Course Available:
LIS 7030 Organization of Knowledge - Online with some synchronous instruction. Fridays 6:00-8:30pm preferred.
Students in this course will examine the conceptual and theoretical frameworks for organizing and retrieving information, with special attention to organizational systems' objectives, structures, formats, standards, and vocabularies. Students will practice interpreting and using bibliographic description standards, subject languages, classification schemes, and encoding and transmission protocols.
St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master of Library & Information Science, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated expertise in cataloging and classification techniques, tools, and methodologies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching experience (1 or more years).
We seek creative, adaptable faculty and staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
Application instructions:
Posting Number: 20220243-FAC
Posting Start Date: 04/29/2024
Application Deadline: 5/20/2024
To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/8907
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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