Texas Tech University is seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor – Technology & Libraries and an Associate Professor – Archival Studies and Director for the new Master of Science in Library and Information Science Program. The program is a 36-hour online and face-to-face Master of Science Degree in Library and Information Science which includes a three-hour practicum.
Texas Tech is home to a diverse, highly esteemed pool of educators who excel in teaching, research and service. In 2012, the university achieved National Research University status in the state of Texas, receiving nearly $8 million annually from the NRU Fund to enhance research efforts. Total research expenditures have increased 151 percent in the past four years, with expenditures in FY 2013 of more than $137 million. As a member of the Association of Research Libraries and the third largest academic library system in the state, Texas Tech Libraries is an active partner in the university’s efforts to become one of the top institutions in higher education.
While the momentum for excellence at Texas Tech has never been greater, the city of Lubbock continues to be known for the charm and hospitality of its people. The cost of living in the Lubbock area is far below the national average. According to the Council for Community and Economic Research, Lubbock ranked 41st out of 308 urban areas in the nation and 11th out of 34 urban areas in the state of Texas for the lowest cost of living. Lubbock has a mild climate with predominately warm days and cool nights throughout the year. Summers are hot with relatively low humidity, while winters are typically sunny and mild with infrequent extended cold periods. Lubbock’s hospitals offer state-of-the-art medical technology and services making it possible to receive world-class treatment and care locally.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Texas Tech University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community at Texas Tech University. The university does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Texas Tech welcomes consideration of dual career and professional couple accommodations.
More information about these positions is available on the TTU University Libraries website: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/library/about/employment/index.php#facultyJobs Applications are being accepted now.