Librarian For African American & African Studies

About UVA Library: The University of Virginia was conceived with a library at its heart, placed in the Rotunda at the head of the Academical Village. Today, the UVA Library’s original purpose remains unchanged: to provide access to accumulated knowledge and, in so doing, increase it — in short, to advance learning.

The Library is here to ensure that the University community has the information it needs for teaching, research, and personal enjoyment and enrichment. Regularly ranked in the top quartile of ARL libraries, UVA Library has six locations, more than 220 staffers, and more than 100 student employees. Staff members support a collection that includes more than 20 million manuscripts and archive materials, 4.8 million books, 4.5 million e-books, and hundreds of thousands of journal subscriptions. Additionally, as a major research institution, the Library regularly collaborates with professional organizations such as the Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA), Virginia Library Association, Association of College and Research Libraries, and others.

The University of Virginia Library is committed to a culture of mutual respect, civility, inclusiveness, cooperation, mindfulness, accountability, and acceptance of individual differences. Departments and individuals are expected to work together, both in professional collaborations and in creating a culture where all can thrive. Library staff enjoy generous benefits for use of Library materials and professional development, in addition to UVA’s standard benefits package.

UVA is located in beautiful Charlottesville with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains; Richmond; Washington, D.C.; and the Eastern Shore. Charlottesville is a vibrant town with culture, music, numerous restaurants, excellent schools, and countless outdoor activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrable knowledge of the tools and techniques of library research.
• Strong academic grounding in African American or African Studies or a closely related field.
• Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace and an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, team-based organization.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and enthusiasm for the possibilities offered by academic librarianship as a profession.
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or an advanced degree in a relevant subject area along with library experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous professional experience in a liaison or subject specialist role at a research library.
• Familiarity with relevant languages, such as Spanish, French, Portuguese, or Swahili.
• Teaching experience in a college or university setting.

The UVA Library supports career development and provides opportunities for both formal and informal training as part of professional development. We are interested in reviewing candidates with a broad range and combination of experiences, education, and qualifications. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every preferred qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment per university policy.

The University of Virginia offers benefits for legally-recognized spouses in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The University assists UVA faculty spouses and partners seeking employment in the Charlottesville area. To learn more about those services, please see Dual Career Program at UVA .

To apply for this position please follow https://apply.interfolio.com/128901.

Please submit a cover letter, your C.V., and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address). Note: the form will ask for one contact reference - please list all three references on one form.