Job Summary
The Student Flourishing Librarian (Assistant Professor) designs and delivers innovative library instruction and learning experiences that support student success, belonging, and academic engagement. This role partners closely with faculty to integrate information literacy and research skills into the BELL Core curriculum, including First Year Seminar and First Year Writing, and develops scalable, multimodal learning resources for general education students. The Student Flourishing Librarian plays a key role in supporting first‑year, transfer, and undeclared students through instruction, outreach, and advising, while contributing to a collaborative library faculty team.
Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop diverse leaders of character, wisdom and a transformational mindset. With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people.
Job Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include:
- Coordinate Bunch Library’s BELL Core (general education program), including First Year Seminar and First Year Writing and oversee the development of multimodal curriculum and learning outcomes assessment.
- Develop and implement library instruction and outreach programs tailored to first-year and transfer students, ensuring access to resources and foundational research skills.
- Cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with stakeholders in the general education supporting student success, including the GPS Office, Student Success and Flourishing, and Bridges to Belmont.
- Provide in-person and virtual research assistance basic reference questions and facilitate workshops that build confidence in research and academic success strategies.
- Lead outreach efforts to prospective and first year students and create initiatives that integrate academic and life-success support, promoting a sense of community and engagement among various student populations.
- Serve as liaison to English and Communications departments, providing integrated instruction and collection development
- Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.
- Participate in departmental and university committee work.
- Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
- Advise undeclared students in course selection.
- Participate in a local church and the community.
- Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
Educational/Experiential Requirements
ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science required.
Required Experience:
- 1–3 years of experience using academic library research tools and supporting scholarly research.
- Experience working in a higher education environment with faculty and students.
- Experience providing information literacy instruction or research support in general education or discipline‑specific contexts.
Job Application Instructions
For additional information about the position and to complete the online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu [https://belmont.csod.com/ux/