Description

Position Description

Performs complex professional and administrative functions in the operation of a specialized section in the library; must cooperate and function as part of a team to provide services to all library users. Work is performed under general supervision with latitude for individual initiative and judgment. Evaluation is based upon accomplishment of defined objectives. May supervise various technical and clerical library employees.

Requirements

Major/Essential Functions

The University Libraries at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track, Associate Librarian to begin November 1, 2025.
 
The Librarian is responsible for spearheading the development, advancement, and implementation of a dynamic array of services focused on scholarly output, research impact, and bibliometrics for the vibrant TTU community. This role involves close collaboration with university offices and the library to create and promote innovative services that amplify research impact. The incumbent provides tailored coaching and personalized support to TTU faculty and students throughout the research lifecycle, empowering them to achieve greater success. By working closely with faculty, the librarian enhances the visibility, influence, and triumph of their research through strategic publication approaches, utilization of cutting-edge research support systems, and insightful bibliometric analysis. This is a pivotal role in propelling the institution’s research mission forward by equipping faculty with essential tools, skills, and knowledge to thrive in today’s competitive research landscape.

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service. 

As a faculty member in the University Libraries, you will be expected to: 

Develop tools and resources to assist faculty in measuring and communicating the impact of their research, including bibliometrics, altmetrics, and other assessment methods.
Provide tailored guidance on citation metrics, journal rankings, and other quantitative measures of research impact, enabling faculty to make informed decisions regarding publication strategies and research dissemination to help assess the impact and visibility of their scholarly work.
Offer workshops and training on emerging research technologies, digital scholarship platforms, and research management systems to boost research productivity.
Assist faculty in navigating scholarly databases to conduct literature reviews and identify relevant sources to support their research.
Facilitate connections between faculty and library services that support their research. Builds positive campus-wide relations among colleagues working closely with research impact services.
Provide ongoing support to navigate the academic publishing landscape and enhance research impact. Assist in developing effective publication strategies that align with faculty research goals and target audiences, while promoting open scholarship practices.
Collect and analyze data on the use and effectiveness of research impact services, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
Provide tailored guidance on navigating the academic publishing landscape, developing effective publication strategies, and understanding copyright and publication issues.
Present workshops on measuring individual academic footprint. Design and deliver workshops on publishing strategies, increasing impact, metrics etc. Create resources addressing common research challenges for faculty.
Conduct one-on-one consultations with faculty to identify research goals and tailor strategies to increase research productivity, visibility, and impact. Collaborate with faculty to set measurable research goals and track progress.
Conduct ongoing reviews of faculty research impact, collect and analyze data on service effectiveness, and provide regular reports to library administration and stakeholders.
Stay informed on trends in scholarly communication, open science, and library technologies through continuous professional development to deliver timely and relevant support.

Faculty Qualifications

• ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS)
• Three years of experience in research support services, academic librarianship, or a related role involving bibliometric analysis, research impact assessment, or scholarly communication.
• Published one peer-reviewed publication in the last 3 to 5 years.
   
  Preferred Qualifications
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in academic librarianship or research support, including knowledge of the academic research landscape, publication processes, and research metrics.
• Familiarity with bibliometrics, altmetrics, and tools like Academic Analytics, Web of Science, Scopus, SciVal, and Google Scholar, as well as research impact assessment methods.
• Knowledge or experience with grant writing, securing research funding, and understanding quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of researcher identification systems (e.g., ORCID) and scholarly communications trends, including copyright and academic publishing practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, teaching, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work across diverse disciplines.
• Knowledge or experience with data management, statistical analysis, and bibliometric datasets.
• Ability to plan and deliver training sessions and workshops effectively.
• Demonstrated use of information resources and tools to support research.
   

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents in your application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
• List of references
  
  The application deadline is October 15, 2025.