Clarion University of Pennsylvania
College of Education and Human Services
Department of Library Science
www.clarion.edu/libsci
The Department of Library Science at Clarion University of Pennsylvania
invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning August 2010.
The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the department’s
ALA-accredited graduate program, which is offered on campus and at
distance sites via a combination of on-site teaching and the World Wide
Web. The department offers a fully Web-based MSLS, with new students
starting each January and August and has a growing undergraduate
program offered both on campus and via the World Wide Web.
The successful applicant will be expected to teach in each of the above
programs and formats. Further, the successful candidate will be
expected to teach in the school library media area of the curriculum
and in at least one of the core areas of the curriculum (i.e.,
introduction to the profession, cataloging and classification,
collection development, reference, management of libraries and one or
more of the elective areas offered by the department (see department
Web page [www.clarion.edu/libsci] for full listing of elective
courses).
Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS plus an earned
doctorate in library science or other appropriate academic discipline,
e.g., education, history, etc. School Library Media Certification
required. A valid driver’s license and willingness to undertake
extensive teaching-related travel are also required. The completion of
a successful interview is required. Prior to a final offer of
employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a
background check including, but not limited to, employment
verification, educational and other credential verification and
criminal background check. Successful completion of an online training
course is a condition of employment.
Applications must include:
• Current vita;
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
(unofficial transcripts are acceptable for review purposes);
• Letter of application highlighting the applicant’s qualifications and
teaching interests;
• Names and contact information for three professional references who
have current knowledge of the applicant's abilities as a teacher and/or
librarian. Contact information should include business address,
telephone numbers, and email addresses.
Review of applications will begin March 11, 2010. The position will
remain open until filled.
Send all materials to:
Dr. Linda L. Lillard, Chair
Search Committee
Department of Library Science
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
840 Wood Street
Clarion, PA 16214
Clarion University of Pennsylvania is building a diverse academic
community and encourages people of color, women, veterans, and persons
with disabilities to apply. AA/EOE
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Linda L. Lillard, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Library Science
205 Carlson Library
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA 16214
Phone: 814-393-2383
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