Job Details

Type: Full-Time, Tenure
Location: Bloomington, Indiana
Department: IU Bloomington Libraries – Research & Learning Division
Posting Number: IU-101419-2025
Expected Start Date: February 15, 2026 (negotiable)
Application Review: Full consideration for applications received by December 5, 2025

Position Overview

Indiana University Bloomington Libraries seeks a dynamic and collaborative Research and Collections Librarian to lead the development, assessment, and promotion of library collections for the Kelley School of Business and the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. This role ensures library resources remain aligned with curricular goals, research priorities, and accreditation standards, while providing research support to students and faculty.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead collection strategy for Business and Public & Environmental Affairs

• Select, evaluate, and manage monographs, serials, and databases

• Conduct ongoing assessments to identify gaps and opportunities

• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to align collections with research and teaching needs

• Provide research consultations for students, faculty, and researchers

• Promote library collections and services through outreach, instruction, and engagement

• Participate in library-wide initiatives, departmental programs, and campus events

Required Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLS or international equivalent, or advanced degree in a relevant subject with appropriate library experience

• Strong interest in supporting business and public affairs library users

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

• Demonstrated ability to promote collections and services

• Flexibility, creativity, independence, and professional initiative

• Capability to meet tenure or tenure-track requirements at IU Libraries

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with business or public affairs concepts

• Experience selecting library materials and managing budgets

• Experience with assessment of monographs, serials, and databases

Salary and Rank

• Assistant Librarian: $62,500

• Associate Librarian: $64,500

• Full Librarian: $82,500

• Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience

Application Instructions

• Apply online: Indiana University Careers

• Questions: libhire@iu.edu

Equal Opportunity: Indiana University is committed to equal employment opportunity and ADA services.