Undergraduate Instruction Librarian

Position Summary

The University Library at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an engaged and collaborative Undergraduate Instruction Librarian to join our staff.

Reporting to the Undergraduate Teaching and Learning Librarian, the Undergraduate Instruction Librarian supports core instruction and research programs geared towards incoming undergraduate students. This three-year time-limited position is responsible for scheduling incoming instruction requests, designing, and delivering information literacy sessions to the First Year Writing Program in collaboration with course instructors and provides supporting research consultations. The Undergraduate Instruction Librarian collaborates with teammates to train and mentor graduate instructors from the School of Information and Library Science. Additionally, this position engages undergraduate students by participating in established outreach events and collaborating with key campus partners.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The University and The Library

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country’s oldest state university. UNC Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 29,000 students, employs more than 3,500 members of the faculty, and offers 69 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in medicine, social work, information science, and law.

The University Library aspires to be an intellectual and creative partner in the mission of the University, the success of every Tar Heel, and the vitality of our state.

The largest academic research library in the southeastern United States, the University Library at UNC-Chapel Hill includes eight library locations, 10 million volumes, over 250 employees, and more than 180 student workers and hosts 2 million visitors annually.

The University Library serves campus and broader communities that reflect the socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious diversity of the state of North Carolina, and we maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and open educational and workplace climate for all. We strive to create an environment of respect and collaboration where vision and innovation can flourish. Learn more about our Strategic Framework — including our pillars, values, and priorities — by visiting https://library.unc.edu/about/strategic-framework/.

The Region

The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than a half day’s drive from Chapel Hill.

Required Qualifications, Competencies & Experience

• Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent.
• Experience teaching or providing library instruction and providing user-centered research services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Familiarity with instructional technologies and online learning platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in Education.
• Experience working with high school students or first-year students.
  
  

Salary & Benefits

This is a three-year time-limited, at-will librarian appointment. Standard state benefits include annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement. The salary range for the Undergraduate Instruction Librarian position begins at $52,429. The University Library intends to hire at a minimum of $70,860, with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

Please visit https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/320326 and complete the online application. Please include a resume of relevant experience, a cover letter highlighting your interest in this position and Carolina’s library, and the names, titles, and contact information for three professional references. Additionally, please indicate in your cover letter where you first learned of this position.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. The position will close on June 25, 2026.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.