Summary The Reference Librarian & Assistant Professor of Law Library is responsible for the legal research instruction to all Barry Law students, teaching classes in the LLM and/or JD program, providing workshops, and instructing small groups and individuals on any topic of legal research. Additionally, this position assists law faculty with educational technology, scholarship submission and promotion, and
identifying research materials. This position provides both traditional and virtual reference and research instructions to all library patrons to include students, faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the bar. The Reference Librarian & Assistant Professor is both an administrative and tenure track position. However, while on the tenure track, this position is not a member of the law school’s faculty. Essential
Functions Provides reference and research assistance to library patrons: Consults with patrons in person or via telephone, email, or video conferencing Conducts reference interviews to determine the exact nature of the question Advises patrons about useful resources to answer the question Teaches the patron how to use the resources, if necessary Responsible for specific reference shifts as assigned by the Associate
Director Provides legal research and legal information literacy education to the Barry Law community: Conducts guest lectures in the first year Legal Research & Writing classes and other classes as requested by faculty Plans and creates research lessons using lib-guides, workshops, and video Provides one-on-one instruction to students and faculty Stays abreast of changes in legal technology Participates in Faculty
Liaison Program: Serves as point-of-contact to the library for assigned faculty members Assists and instructs faculty members with the use of Canvas, video conferencing, and other instructional technology Consults with faculty members about scholarship agenda and necessary research resources and help locating materials Consults with and trains faculty Research Assistants Teaching: Teaches one or two graduate-level
for-credit courses in the LLM and/or JD program Databases and Artificial Intelligence: Develops instruction and programming focusing on artificial intelligence and legal technology that supports the Barry University School of Law Evaluates new artificial intelligence and legal technology products and services, recommends adoption of products and services, and serves as a local expert for faculty and students at the
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