Assistant Professor, School of Information Sciences, University Library System

Assistant Professor, School of Information Sciences, University
Library System

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant
Professor, School of Information Sciences, University Library
System at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located
in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all
backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our
deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,
diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational
opportunities which prepare students for success in a global
society.

Position Purpose:

Wayne State University is searching for forward-looking candidates
for up to two positions at the Assistant Professor rank in the
School of Information Sciences at its Detroit campus location,
to begin in August 2027. These are full-time,
benefits-eligible, tenure-track, academic-year (9-month) faculty
positions.

Call for Applications:

Under new leadership, and with a new strategic plan underway, the
School of Information Sciences (SIS) at Wayne State University
invites applications for up to two tenure-track faculty positions
at the Assistant Professor level. We welcome applicants working
across various fields including information science, library
science, information management, data science, data curation,
archives and related fields. We seek scholars whose work advances
scholarly agendas in their given fields, complements our faculty’s
strengths and extends our School’s expertise into cutting-edge
areas. SIS particularly values candidates who conduct high-quality
research, who deliver excellent instruction to students and who
will continue to advance Wayne State's community engagement
mission.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of the School of Information
Sciences, successful candidates will conduct active research and
teach in emerging, cross-disciplinary areas such as:

• · Social/political/ethical issues with emerging technologies

such as AI.

• · Youth information/technology needs, uses, and behaviors.
• · Digital asset management and data curation.
• · Health information management and use.
• · Community- and human-centered engagement with emerging

technologies.

These areas are illustrative rather than exhaustive. Candidates
whose research crosses disciplinary boundaries or brings
complementary areas of expertise to the School are strongly
encouraged to apply.

The School seeks candidates whose teaching and research can
contribute across multiple curricular areas while expanding SIS
expertise in new and emerging fields. We currently offer an MS in
Information Science (MSIS), an ALA-accredited Masters in Library
and Information Science (MLIS), graduate certificates in Archival
Administration and Children and Youth Services, the only Michigan
School Library Media Endorsement in the state, and joint masters
degrees in History and Public History. The MLIS degree at WSU has
been accredited continuously by ALA since 1967 and was
re-accredited in 2025; the Archival Administration graduate
certificate program is celebrating its sixty-fifth anniversary. In
addition, we are expanding into undergraduate education.

Candidates are expected to teach in an online asynchronous
environment and may also be asked to teach in hybrid and/or
in-person formats. Tenure-track and tenured SIS faculty typically
teach a 2:2 course load and participate in academic advising and
mentoring of SIS students.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires an earned doctorate in information science,
library and information science, or relevant related field by the
time of appointment; appropriate professional experience and
demonstrated ability to carry out the range of professional faculty
functions including conducting research, teaching students in the
MSIS and MLIS programs, serving the School on committees and
advising and mentoring students. Highly qualified candidates very
near completion of the Ph.D. will receive consideration.

Preferred Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will have exhibited the ability to produce
scholarly research and publication in an appropriate field(s);
strong potential for national visibility as a scholar; evidence of
professional achievement in an appropriate field; and strong
potential for visibility and leadership in the information
professions.

About Wayne State University

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research (R1) university
located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1868, Wayne
State University has had a longstanding dedication to community
engagement and as a result has achieved the Carnegie Foundation's
community engagement designation in addition to the RI research
designation.

Salary and Benefit Package:

Are competitive and commensurate with education and experience.
Wayne State University offers medical, dental, vision,
employee/dependent life and long-term disability insurance,
retirement savings plans with Fidelity, TIAA/CREF, tuition
assistance for employee/dependent, and relocation assistance.

To apply:

Send a c.v. and cover letter indicating your interest and relevant
research, teaching, and service. Position will remain open until
filled, with preference given to applications submitted by November
20, 2026. If you use AI to assist/generate your application
documents, please disclose your use.

School/College/Division:

H01 - University Libraries

Primary Department:

H0111 - School of Library & Information Sci

Employment Type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Annual Salary: To be determined

Working Conditions:

Normal faculty environment.

Job Openings:

• Number of openings: 2
• Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered
employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal
history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,
the university will inform you if a background check is
required.