Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Instructor
Working Title: Teaching and Learning Librarian
FTE: Full-time or part-time Full-time
Salary Range: $61,350 - $66,462
Position #00350309 – Requisition #38544
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Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The Teaching and Learning Librarian with a focus in open education will help lead and shape the Library’s efforts to support and develop the work of open education across the Auraria Campus. This position will participate in outreach and develop structures to deepen relationships between Auraria Library and those involved in open education initiatives and course materials affordability. This position also participates in instruction and research help services to support researchers at every level of the campus community.
As a Library faculty member, the librarian participates on Library and campus-wide committees and in CU Denver faculty governance. This position engages in fulfilling the education and research mission of the Auraria Library and the three institutions on the Auraria Campus – the University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver. This position is in the Research, Learning, and User Services Division of the Library and reports to the Scholarly Research Services Program Lead Librarian.
Teaching and Learning Librarian
What you will do:
Research Support
- Provides leadership and support for Auraria Library’s open education initiatives in collaboration with campus stakeholders.
- Collaborates with colleagues and stakeholders to assess, implement, and maintain platforms and tools that support the creation and use of OER.
- Monitors and educates internal and external stakeholders on developments in OER, including trends, legislation, public policy, and best practices.
- Advises faculty, researchers, and students on intellectual property rights, including copyright, fair use, author rights, and open access.
- Delivers Research Help services across a large, complex, and rapidly changing information landscape. This includes providing support at the Ask Us Desk, delivering research consultations in-person and online, and virtual services (IM, email, etc.).
Instruction
- Serves on the Library’s Instruction Team and facilitates instruction sessions (face-to-face and online) in a broad range of disciplines to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Creates and maintains web guides, tutorials, and other digital learning objects.
- Develops instructional partnerships around open education topics with campus stakeholders.
Outreach
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders across campus aligned with open education, including internal and external stakeholders such as the open educational resource committees, faculty development offices, faculty learning communities, etc.
Leadership and Service
- Participates on Library and campus-wide committees and CU Denver faculty governance.
Other
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited or equivalent accrediting body program.
- Experience and/or coursework related to open education topics (OER, publishing models, licensing, copyright, open pedagogy, etc.).
- Competence and sensitivity in working with individuals who are highly diverse regarding many facets of identity, inducing but not limited to gender, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, income, level of education attainment, and religion.
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience related to open education initiatives.
- Experience implementing or facilitating outreach activities.
- Experience providing research help in a library or similar setting.
- Experience teaching in a higher education setting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends in library research services including scholarly communication, open access, open pedagogy, author rights, and tools associated with these functions.
- Ability to document workflows and procedures.
- Ability to manage projects, including event planning
- Ability to work well both independently and in a collaborative environment and to contribute to professional service.
- Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to reach out to and engage target audiences.
Conditions of Employment
- This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
- The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work;?often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu,
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $61,350 - $66,462.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 23rd, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
- A cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
- Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).
Questions should be directed to Kevin Lawless at kevin.lawless@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
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