Mercy College-New York invites applications for anticipated full-time faculty positions in the following areas beginning September 2011: School of Business, School of Education, School of Health and Natural Sciences, School of Liberal Arts, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences and in the Division of Libraries, Academic Technology and Online Learning; and Freshmen/Junior Seminars.
Throughout its history, Mercy College has remained dedicated to its mission-to make available the transformational power of a college education. Mercy's commitment to quality, student support, and innovation, remains as strong today as ever. Mercy College is an independent, nonsectarian New York metropolitan area institution offering over 90 undergraduate and graduate programs (http://www.mercy.edu). The College has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students from diverse backgrounds, across five campuses-Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan, White Plains and Yorktown-plus a vibrant online learning community.
The Division of Libraries, Academic Technology, and Online Learning is seeking a Library Learning Commons Librarian , tenure track or multiple year track, rank open, 12 month appointment
Reporting to the Head Librarian of the Bronx Campus Library Learning Commons, this position will play a central role in activities related to the improvement of student information literacy and technology fluency and the assessment of learning outcomes; will collaborate in identifying and implementing emerging technologies and best practices; will provide training, instruction, and support in the effective use of online and multimedia information tools and technologies.
This position will also provide reference services, including teaching and training (some nights and weekends may be required), and will serve as a liaison to one or more of the Schools. While this position is primarily located at the Mercy Bronx Campus, travel to other campuses is an expectation.
MLS or equivalent experience required, additional masters degree in an area related to Mercy curriculum highly desirable. Desirable candidates will have a portfolio of materials related to information literacy and technology fluency.
Mercy College actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community.
Preferred start date is September 1, 2011. All positions are 9 month appointments unless noted otherwise, and most require teaching commitments on more than one campus. Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2010 and continue until the positions are filled.
Electronic applications are required and must include a cover letter responsive to the specific faculty position announcement, CV, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Please submit the above documentation online at https://jobs.mercy.edu/
More information about Mercy College may be found at http://www.mercy.edu
Mercy College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
