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University of Oregon is hiring an Emerging Technology and Student Outreach Librarian. This role integrates AI and data analytics into legal research instruction and builds curriculum on how emerging technologies affect the practice of law. The librarian also coordinates student outreach and serves as liaison to student-run law journals and organizations.

Highlights

Teach legal research skills and integrate AI and data analytics into instruction and scholarship
Build curriculum that educates students on emerging technologies and their impact on legal practice
Provide individualized research consultations for law faculty and students
Coordinate student outreach activities and serve as liaison to student-run law journals and organizations
Select library materials and collaborate with other librarians on team projects
Participate in departmental planning activities as part of the reference and instruction team
Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited program
Annual salary range of $75,527 - $86,317, commensurate with experience

Emerging Technology and Student Outreach Librarian Full Description

Department

Law Library

Rank

Assistant Librarian

Annual Basis

12 Month

Salary

$75,527 - $86,317 per year

Review of Applications Begins

August 19, 2026; position open until filled

Department Summary

The Law Library supports the legal education program of the Law School. The Law School enrolls over 500 students in its JD, LLM, and master's degree programs, and over 400 undergraduate students enrolled in its legal studies minor. We teach legal research skills, assist faculty with scholarship, and provide enhanced learning spaces. Law librarians are members of the UO Libraries career faculty. The Law Library provides comprehensive legal collections in partnership with the UO Libraries. Our collections support the Law School curriculum and special programs and meet campus legal research needs.

Position Summary

The Emerging Technology and Student Outreach Librarian leads efforts to promote digital information literacy by integrating current and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and data analytics, into teaching and research and by creating a curriculum that educates students about these technologies and their impact on the practice of law. The Emerging Technology and Student Outreach Librarian will also coordinate student outreach activities and serve as a law library liaison to student-run law journals and other law student organizations.

As a member of the law library's reference and instruction team, the Emerging Technology and Student Outreach Librarian reports to the Associate Director and provides extensive reference and instructional services for both faculty and students through individualized research consultations; teaching of legal research skills; selection of library materials; collaborative work with other librarians on team projects; and participation in departmental planning activities.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for Rank of Assistant Librarian

Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution within nine months of appointment
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited program by time of appointment

Minimum Qualifications for Rank of Associate Librarian

Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution by time of appointment
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited program by time of appointment
Six years post-MLIS experience in an academic law library

Professional Competencies

Mastery of basic legal research sources and techniques
Knowledge in emerging technologies, such as AI, data analytics, and automation, as applied to legal research, teaching, and the practice of law
Ability to teach and/or provide instruction, particularly instruction related to emerging technology and law practice
Knowledge of, and skilled in, the use of current and emerging law practice technologies
Knowledge of legal research sources and the changing landscape of legal information
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students, faculty, legal professionals, and the public
Ability to support and enhance a collegial, cooperative, and diverse working and learning environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing online instruction
Experience using LibGuides
Experience with course design

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

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