The NYU Abu Dhabi Library invites applications for Assistant or Associate Academic Librarian for the Sciences to work in a highly collaborative, innovative, and forward-looking setting. Joining a high-performing team of academic librarians at NYUAD, the position plays a key role in the educational mission of NYU Abu Dhabi by providing dynamic and enthusiastic service to students, faculty, and researchers with a special focus on research in the sciences (biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, mathematics, psychology) and the University’s growing STEM graduate programs and Research Institutes. The role involves reference, teaching, collection development, and partnering with our diverse student and faculty body on innovative research initiatives. Program development and participation in tiered information literacy programs are required.
The Academic Librarian for the Sciences will serve as a resource for students and faculty working with data and scholarly resources common to science research, and as a partner with the other liaison librarians and related University departments. The incumbent will develop creative strategies to understand the information needs of the Sciences division, build partnerships with faculty, and actively engage in outreach to sustain strong, consistent, and effective communications between the Library, the division, and its affiliated programs. This position supports the development of programmatic support for scholarly communication services related to undergraduate and growing graduate science programs, providing research and instruction support to faculty, postdoctoral scholars, academic staff, and students in their use. The librarian will develop and maintain subject-related collections to support teaching, learning, and research needs of students and faculty. Collaborative work with colleagues at NYU New York, NYU Shanghai, and across NYU’s global network is essential to the role. Librarians at NYUAD engage in community and professional service and pursue an active scholarly agenda, including publication and research.
The initial appointment will be for three years and is renewable, contingent on job performance and active professional engagement. Incoming rank depends on professional background and experience.
About NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.
NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.
Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.
Working for NYUAD
At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.
Qualifications
- ALA (American Library Association)- accredited master’s degree from an institution recognized by ALA as having a formal accreditation process, or an equivalent accredited library science or information science degree.
- Academic background and/or degree in the Sciences (Bachelor's level and higher).
- Demonstrated experience with or knowledge of science research methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, design, implement and assess science-related library resources and programs for diverse populations, including instruction sessions and workshops.
- Coursework and/or experience with scientometrics, science publishing, Open Science, Open Educational Resources and Institutional Repositories.
- Demonstrated experience of Generative AI and emerging technologies in higher education, including AI-assisted research tools, prompt engineering techniques, and AI literacy.
- Demonstrated experience in building programs in response to curricular needs.
- Demonstrated experience working in a university and/or research library.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated aptitude and enthusiasm for instruction and outreach.
- Demonstrated commitment to fairness, inclusion, and access in professional practice.
- Demonstrated aptitude for teamwork, flexible accommodation of a changing environment, and history of collegiality.
- Experience with using the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy or similar frameworks for Information Literacy.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- CV
- List of 3-5 references to be contacted at a later date.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. We anticipate that the successful candidate will be appointed during the academic year 2026-2027.
For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu
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