Innovation & Project Support Librarian

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.

Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm, with nights and weekends as needed to meet departmental coverage and responsibilities.

Reporting to the University Librarian, the Innovation & Project Support Librarian is a collaborative, curious, and technology-forward member of the library team who supports student learning, research, and creative work across disciplines. This position inspires and equips students to harness technology for problem-solving and creative expression, helping to cultivate a vibrant campus culture of innovation and experiential learning.

The Innovation & Project Support Librarian provides instruction, research assistance, and project consultation; advises on technology selection and use; maintains and helps develop web and other library technologies; helps coordinate and maintain research and technology service points; and designs and leads skill-building workshops. Areas of engagement may include, but are not limited to, makerspace technologies, digital libraries and archives, library systems, and emerging tools and technologies.

While experience in all areas is not required, the successful candidate will bring a demonstrated willingness to continually learn, experiment, and collaborate in support of student and faculty success.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. ( EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.