Education and Outreach Librarian for e-Learning and Emerging Technologies

Reporting to the Head of Education and Outreach, the Librarian for e-Learning and Emerging Technologies leads the development and implementation of virtual and in-person learning for new electronic resources and technology that support and enhance the teaching, learning, and research activities of the University. The Librarian participates in instruction activities by investigating resources, assessing use and effectiveness, and developing promotion strategies. The Librarian also manages the Libraries’ Digital Media Lab and supervises two FTE to support and facilitate the use of new media and relevant technology; works with the Director of Access, Information & Research Services, and the Head of E&O to develop and implement the strategic agenda for the Libraries Information/Learning Commons; works to integrate and facilitate campus-wide video activities in collaboration with relevant personnel; develops assessment strategies, maintains statistics, and creates statistical reports; collaborates with the University’s academic technology program and its Chief Academic Technology Officer, as well as the Center for Computational Science and the Instructional Advancement Center; works closely with the Libraries’ Digital Programs and Scholarship unit, and the Web and Emerging Technology unit; maintains awareness of and responds to the e-Learning and emerging technology needs of the University community; keeps abreast of relevant literature and research, and investigates current standards, emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in electronic resources and tools, new media, academic and instructional technology, and scholarly communication; communicates effectively and works collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and students; and operates effectively in a multifaceted, dynamic, and diverse academic environment.