Legal Research and Instruction Librarian

Position Title

Legal Research and Instruction Librarian

Regular

SA74424

full-time 40 hours weekly

Exempt

$82,800-$95,000

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors.

The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

The Legal Research and Instruction Librarian provides reference and research services to law library users, teaches in the library’s instructional program, and supports the research and educational needs of the Law School community, with a particular focus on legal technology. The librarian staffs the Research Help Desk; conducts and delivers in-depth research; teaches legal research and technology competencies in classroom, clinic, and online settings;

and collaborates to develop and expand library services and digital learning resources. This position requires a strong commitment to teaching legal research and technology skills essential to the practice of law, and a deep understanding of the Law School’s curriculum, faculty research interests, library operations, legal information resources, data and empirical sources, and research methodologies in all formats, with attention to accessibility, privacy, and information and data literacy.

• Design, deliver, and continually improve legal research instruction across the curriculum including legal writing courses, upper-level doctrinal classes, seminars, and clinics.
• Teach advanced legal research, specialized research and legal technology topics.
• Coordinate, develop, and teach topic‑specific workshops.
• Develop learning outcomes for research instruction aligned with institutional goals, accreditation standards, and the Next Gen bar exam.

• Participate in research help desk coverage.
• Respond to emails, phone calls, and appointment requests from library users.
• Actively assist library users in identifying and using legal resources.
• Collaborate with other librarians to create and maintain research and bibliographic tools in a variety of formats.

• Conduct detailed, thorough research on requested topics requiring substantive legal analysis.
• Consult with faculty on the use of legal technology for classroom instruction

• Serve on library and campus committees.
• Manage special projects as assigned.
• Attend professional conferences and trainings to remain current in the field.
• Contribute to library planning and innovation efforts.

• JD from an ABA accredited institution.
• MLS from an ALA‑accredited institution or an equivalent relevant advanced degree; applicants who have not yet enrolled at the time of application are eligible, provided they enroll in an ALA‑accredited program by the end of the introductory period and complete the degree by June 2030.
• Knowledge of best practices for developing instructional materials and delivering research and technology instruction.
• Knowledge of current best practices in legal research methodologies, legal technology, and legal information resources in all formats.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, changing environment.
• Commitment to expanding, improving, and promoting library services.
  Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with diverse groups at all organizational levels, both inside and outside the University.
• Excellent writing skills and strong attention to detail; ability to produce clear, concise, accurate documentation.
• Ability to independently…