Assistant/Associate Professor

• iSchools News
• Sep 18, 2025
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Application Deadline: 3 November 2025

The School of Information and Library Science (SILS) seeks a dedicated, innovative, and passionate individual to join our tenure-track faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank, whose research and teaching will focus on Youth and Information, including but not limited to: public and/or school youth library services, cyouth library services, digital literacy, and youth advocacy & community engagement.

Position Summary

For this position, faculty will be involved in

• Developing and conducting a cohesive research agenda in their area of expertise
  
  

Designing and developing innovative curriculum content

• Advising students
• Participating in school, university, and professional activities
• Contributing to shared academic governance
  
  

The ideal candidate will have practical experience in youth librarianship and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of information professionals to work with youth.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Candidates are required to have an earned PhD or EdD with experience in research settings, and provide evidence of research and teaching excellence, and the potential for leadership in their area of expertise.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Demonstrated experience in youth librarianship or working with youth in other information contexts.
• A record of scholarly research and publication in youth-focused library or information services.
• Experience in teaching or mentoring at the university level (or equivalent).
• Experience fostering the belonging and empowerment of underserved populations
• Knowledge of current trends and emerging technologies in youth services, such as digital storytelling, coding programs for youth, or library-based youth engagement and advocacy.
• Participation in professional organizations related to youth librarianship.
• Experience furthering goals of community, well-being, and/or sustainability
• Experience developing developmentally appropriate, youth-focused library programs, contributing to information, digital, and AI literacies, and building inter-generational relationships
  
  

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