Engineering Information Specialist

Purdue University Libraries, a recognized leader in information literacy, scholarly communication initiatives, and research data management, seeks an Engineering Information Specialist (EIS) to join its faculty.  With an emphasis on teaching and scholarship, the EIS will join a collaborative team of information professionals who participate in a well-established program of information literacy instruction, research data management services, scholarly publishing services, and will contribute to the research and scholarship in these areas. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  An Engineering Information Specialist acts as a liaison between two to four departments in the College of Engineering and/or the Purdue Polytechnic Institute, teaches information-related courses, workshops, and single sessions; participates in the development of informed learning activities in support of the University’s core curriculum that requires both foundational and embedded information literacy outcomes for all undergraduates;   participates in interdisciplinary, collaborative research projects, including sponsored research, within the Libraries, the College of Engineering and/or the Purdue Polytechnic Institute; makes connections between engineering, engineering technology, and other disciplinary faculty and with units of the Libraries to enable greater research productivity, sustainable publication and dissemination of scholarship and data, and contributes to Libraries-wide initiatives, engagement with local, national, and global audiences and organizations as appropriate, and participates in faculty governance of the Libraries.  As a member of the Libraries faculty, the EIS must articulate a research agenda that explores questions within their area of specialization, resulting in a scholarly publication record required for promotion and tenure at Purdue University.

Salary and benefits:

Salary commensurate with experience in the context of Purdue University’s salary structure.

Faculty tenure-track position with a twelve-month appointment. Rank of assistant or associate professor.  Start-up funds in support of research are provided for computer/software/equipment, for travel/professional development, and for a half time graduate assistant for two years.

Purdue provides a generous fringe benefit package that includes retirement benefits as well as health, disability and life insurance, 22 annual vacation days, and tuition support for employee, children, and spouse/same sex domestic partner.  Purdue University is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. 

Relocation funding will be available and discussed on a case-by-case basis.

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Application process:

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of at least three references via email to Carole Tolley, Libraries Human Resources Coordinator, at libhr@purdue.edu.

When applying:

Place EIS in the subject line of the email.

In the cover letter:

• Describe your interest in engineering librarianship;
• Address the required qualifications;

In keeping with Purdue Libraries commitment to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion. 

Nominations for the position will be accepted and should be sent to libhr@purdue.edu.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.  Questions may be directed to Carole Tolley at 765-494-2899 or the above email address.

This position announcement can also be found at:  www.lib.purdue.edu/about/employment.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.  All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.