Science Research Engagement Librarian
Cornell University | |
67,500-$77,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Based on Cornell's internal procedures and ranking structure, an Assistant Librarian is an early career/entry level role. Individuals at this rank typically have less than three y
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life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance, remote work
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United States, New York, Ithaca | |
Mar 25, 2026 | |
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Are you excited by the idea of helping to support purpose-driven science? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity at Cornell University Library. Cornell University Library (CUL) seeks a Science Research Engagement Librarian at the Assistant Librarian (entry-level) rank. This position is wellsuited for candidates who are beginning their professional journey in librarianship, and who wish to further develop their experience in science librarianship, data literacy, or research support. As a member of a collaborative and supportive team, the successful candidate will receive mentoring, training, and professional development to build expertise and confidence in the role. Reporting to the Head of Instruction and Research Initiatives of the Science and Agriculture Libraries (Sci&Ag), the librarian will have an opportunity to grow into a role that supports the research and learning community in Agriculture, Life Sciences, and related science fields at Cornell. The collaboration aims to integrate data and information literacy competencies into research processes and curricula, and to assess the outcomes of these efforts. As a core member of the Sci&Ag Instruction and Research Initiatives Team, the librarian will learn and stay abreast of emerging data and information literacy priorities to support students, faculty, and staff throughout the research lifecycle. The librarian will also be encouraged and supported in providing evidencebased reference and research support, including scaffolded consultations, to science and agriculture communities on the Cornell campus and through collaborations with the Cornell Cooperative Extension across New York State. The Science Research Engagement Librarian will gradually cultivate and expand their disciplinary expertise in agriculture and the life sciences, leveraging this growing knowledge to build and energize highimpact research partnerships that drive innovation across the sciences. Examples of such transdisciplinary research partnerships may include:
This work may include helping plan and implement innovative research support models, as well as developing educational materials, events, and workshops. Curiosity, creativity, and relationshipbuilding are essential components of this job-and we welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about learning on the job. Librarians at Cornell University hold academic appointments as Research, Teaching, and Extension faculty and must meet Cornell University Library requirements for promotion and reappointment. Candidate Profile:
Additionally, we would prefer any of the following:
Work location: This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The selected candidate will typically work on the Ithaca campus a minimum of four days per week, with potential for entering into a flexible work arrangement to allow remote work one day per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the flexible work arrangement at any time. The New York convenience of employer guidelines requires New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State. How to Apply: All candidates must apply online via the Cornell Careers site. For full consideration, please include the following with your application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a viable pool of applicants is identified; early submission is strongly encouraged. Although we prefer to receive your application as one, multi-page pdf document, we will accept multiple documents in other formats. We anticipate filling this position at the academic rank of Assistant Librarian. The anticipated salary range is $67,500-$77,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Based on Cornell's internal procedures and ranking structure, an Assistant Librarian is an early career/entry level role. Individuals at this rank typically have less than three years of experience in a relevant professional appointment. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, university retirement contributions, childcare and adoption assistance, and child tuition reimbursement. Funding is available to support professional training and research. Relocation assistance may be provided. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Cornell University is an innovative institution and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff imparts an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contributes creative ideas to further the University's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell's main campus in Ithaca, New York sits on 2,300 acres in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Ithaca offers a wealth of arts, culture, and outdoor activities while maintaining an eclectic college-town feel. The city has been named one of the top 100 places to live, a top 10 recreation city, a best green place to live, and one of the "foodiest" towns in America. Cornell's global presence includes the Weill Cornell medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City. Consistent with Cornell's practice, appointment to academic positions requires candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct. University Job Title: Assistant LibrarianJob Family: ResearchLevel: 002Pay Rate Type: SalaryPay Range: $67,500.00 - $77,000.00Remote Option Availability: HybridCompany: Contract CollegeContact Name: Bonnie BaileyContact Email: bab3@cornell.eduJob Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
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67,500-$77,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Based on Cornell's internal procedures and ranking structure, an Assistant Librarian is an early career/entry level role. Individuals at this rank typically have less than three y
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance, remote work
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