The Wayne State University School of Library and Information Science seeks an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor who will perform research and teach in one or more of the following areas: archives, collection development, digital preservation, information security, social media, plus teach one of the SLIS core courses. Candidates are expected to contribute to the growing and dynamic online teaching environment.  The School of Library and Information Science offers the M.L.I.S. degree, a specialist certificate, graduate certificates in archival administration, information management, children and youth services in urban libraries, Michigan School Library Media Endorsement, and a joint MLIS and MA in history degree. The School currently has approximately 450 enrolled students.

A complete position description is attached.

Qualified candidates should submit electronically a complete resume and letter of interest including the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references to position posting number: 042193. Applicants must apply through Wayne State University’s ON-LINE HIRING SYSTEM at http://jobs.wayne.edu. Review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Expected starting date is August 2017. A summer appointment may be considered. Application and nomination of minority candidates strongly encouraged.

Please contact Dr. Deborah Charbonneau, Search Committee Chair, at dcharbon@wayne.edu regarding position specifics.

Stephen T. Bajjaly

Associate Dean and Professor

Wayne State University School of Library & Information Science

www.slis.wayne.edu