Title: Business Librarian
Executive Area: Academic Affairs
College/School/MBU: Other Academic Units
Department: Lib - Res & Learning Services
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Head of Academic Engagement, the Business Librarian serves as the primary liaison to the Isenberg School of Management and related departments, cultivating relationships with faculty and program staff to inform instructional support, collection development, research services, and foster campus‑community and industry partnerships. This role promotes and develops in-person and online library services, provides course‑integrated instruction and participates in information literacy programming, and conducts individual and group research consultations both in‑person and virtually. The incumbent undertakes proactive academic outreach to relevant departments, centers, and institutes; contributes to collection development and strategy; and collaborates with colleagues across subject areas to ensure alignment of resources with evolving curricular and research priorities.
Essential Functions
Serve as the library liaison to the Isenberg School of Management (ISOM), and related programs and centers, with broad engagement with faculty, staff, and students.
Partner with the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Librarian to provide comprehensive research and instruction support on various business topics.
Provide specialized business reference and research services, including consultations via email, chat, phone, and in‑person; contribute to campus and external partnerships that apply library expertise for public and community benefit.
Design, develop, deliver, and assess outcome‑based information literacy instruction and workshops in a variety of formats (in‑person and online); create accompanying instructional materials and online guides that emphasize inclusive pedagogy and measurable learning outcomes.
Analyze trends in assigned units' teaching and learning and research programs; stay current with the literature and scholarship in business disciplines to inform services and collections and to support growth in research and creative enterprise.
Contribute to collection development and strategy by evaluating, recommending, acquiring, and obtaining books, journals, databases, and other resources in collaboration with collections and acquisitions staff; apply data‑driven selection practices and considerations of licensing, accessibility, and cost‑effectiveness to maximize return on investment; contribute to support for issues with access or licensing of resources, and answer complex, highly specialized inquiries.
Collaborate with colleagues across library units and academic departments to plan, deliver, assess, and improve teaching, outreach, and research support initiatives; develop interdisciplinary partnerships that advance institutional innovation goals.
Initiate or participate in assessment activities; use feedback, usage data, and institutional metrics (including university dashboards) to refine services, demonstrate impact, and inform continuous improvement aligned with institutional priorities.
Contribute to the library profession, the discipline of library and information studies, and/or business studies through publications, presentations, or other forms of research or scholarly activities.
Participate in library‑ and campus‑level outreach, events, and committees; represent the library in professional contexts, cultivate external collaborations, and pursue ongoing professional development that supports library and university objectives.
Other Functions
Perform other duties and contribute to special projects as assigned; occasional evening or weekend instruction/service may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
ALA-accredited master’s degree in library/information science.
Two years of relevant experience in a library, corporate setting, or related professional environment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a diverse clientele in a service-oriented, research-focused environment.
Effective oral and written communication skills, presentation skills, and strong interpersonal abilities.
Proven organizational, project management, and problem‑solving skills; ability to manage workload, priorities, and deadlines.
Ability to work independently, including initiating and carrying projects through to completion, and to contribute collegially and productively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework, degree, or equivalent experience in business, economics, or a closely related field.
Experience delivering business research services in an academic or corporate setting.
Knowledge of liaison/subject-specialist best practices, collection development for business disciplines, and outreach and relationship-building with faculty and campus partners.
Proficiency using a range of business databases and resources (e.g., Mintel, Statista, Business Source Complete) and skill with economic, financial, legal, management, competitive intelligence, and marketing data sources.
Experience teaching business research skills and information literacy in business or related subject areas, with a commitment to build knowledge of information literacy theory and practice and familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy (or equivalent frameworks).
Familiarity with content, licensing, and functionality considerations for core academic and commercial business information products.
Experience developing digital learning objects and online instructional materials (e.g., LibGuides, LMS modules, video tutorials, infographics).
Capacity to provide advanced subject research assistance and to support data literacy, data management, and digital scholarship needs.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
The regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.
The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: Librarian II/Librarian III
It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $70,725 and $105,586. The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.
Please note:
The low-end of the pay range in all faculty/librarian searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA.
The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty/librarian experience.
Special Instructions for Applicants
Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis starting June 10, 2026, and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. The position will close on July 9, 2026. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
