Director for Research Services

Director for Research Services

Binghamton University – University Libraries awards an open‑rank position (Associate for Full Librarian) located in Binghamton, NY. The role is full‑time with an expected salary of $85,000‑115,000, inclusive of an administrative stipend that is renewable at established intervals.

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York system. It offers more than 130 interdisciplinary academic programs, encourages vibrant research across the campus, and maintains a dynamic, inclusive community for students, faculty, and staff.

The Libraries provide extensive academic collections in electronic, print, and special collections formats. With three public locations – Glenn G. Bartle Library, Science Library, and the University Downtown Center Library – plus an off‑site collections management facility, the Libraries facilitate research across all campus disciplines.

This new position will lead a reorganized department comprising four virtual units:
Digital Scholarship Services,kering, Liaison Services, Special Collections, and Teaching and Learning. The Director will shape strategic direction, assess emerging research methods, and apply evidence‑based decision making to improve library services.

• Work with the Senior Assistant Dean ILAR on strategic planning and goal setting for the department and units.
• Promote service excellence across modalities, applying inclusive pedagogy and universal design principles.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility and privacy policies and stay informed of evolving guidelines.
• Recommend and support services and technologies for established and emerging research areas.
• Maintain accurate statistical records, analyze data trends, and report insights to library administration.
• Advocate for innovative approaches through consortia, professional organizations, and peer networks.
• Contribute meaningfully to the Dean’s Library Council, aligning departmental goals with library-wide strategy.

• Lead four assistant directors, set performance goals, and provide ongoing guidance.
• Facilitate communication among team members and other library units.
• Encourage professional development to keep current with the field.
• Promote inclusivityтернат and anti‑racism in the work culture.
Mentor staff in professional development activities related to departmental duties.

• Contribute to the field through scholarly activities, including presentations, publications, or grants.
• Participate in library, university, and national service initiatives.

• Masterd天天s degree from an ALA‑accredited library or information science program, or an ALA‑approved foreign equivalent.
• Minimum five years of experience in an academic or public library, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: reference, information literacy instruction, liaison services, data spécifiques services, scholarly communication, special collections, or grant‑writing support.
• Commitment to high‑quality service in a diverse environment; effective conflict resolution skills.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities, capable of conveying complex information clearly.
• Record of scholarly activity (publications, presentations, or grants).

• Experience evaluating and improving research services through quantitative/qualitative data analysis.
• Leadership in professional development relevant to the department’s mission.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Binghamton University is a non‑E‑Verify employer.

Binghamton University is committed to equal opportunity, providing reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities. Requests for accommodation during the application process should be directed to the ADA Coordinator via the university’s request form. The university adheres to all planners reacting to age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic information, and incarceration history, subject to bona fide occupational qualifications.

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Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 3, and the position will remain open until filled.