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Advertised Title Librarian
Campus Columbia
College/Division University Libraries
Department LIBR Research, Instruction and Reference
Advertised Salary Range $58,000 - $70,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 12 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Advertised Job Summary
The Research & Instruction librarian provides information literacy instruction and research support to students, faculty, and staff of the University. The librarian develops instruction sessions and offers research consultations, for general topics as well as subject or course specific, and delivers them both in-person and online. The librarian assists with evidence synthesis support, including systematic reviews, across disciplines. The librarian participates in University Libraries’ liaison program in support of the teaching and research endeavors of the social, behavioral, or health sciences as assigned. Developing and strengthening relationships between the library and assigned departments, as well as across campus, is a focus of this position.
Functions:
An incumbent assigned this position will perform some or all the following approximately 95 percent of their time. As a tenure-track faculty member, the Librarian is expected to fulfill requirements in librarianship, service, and scholarly activity as described in University Libraries tenure criteria.
Function: Research Support
- Assist students and faculty via scheduled or drop-in research consultations. Provide support for general topics as well as advanced consultation in areas of responsibility.
- Assist with systematic reviews and/or evidence synthesis projects
- Provide support for integrating technology (i.e. citation management software, AI applications, etc) to support or enhance research.
- Provide general research and reference assistance via chat, as required. Maintain a friendly, welcoming attitude towards patrons.
- Maintain and share awareness of trends and developments in research methodologies and practices in areas of responsibility.
Function: Instruction
- Design and teach instructional sessions and workshops in a variety of formats and create tutorials, guides, and other digital learning objects to develop and enhance students’ research and literacy skills.
- Partner with faculty to integrate research skills into the curriculum and develop collections which sustain and advance the university’s research goals.
- Participate in general instruction program, as well as instruction aimed at serving targeted populations such as first-year students, first-generation college students, international students, etc.
Function: Outreach & Engagement
- Seek opportunities to develop and strengthen relationships between the library and assigned departments, as well as across the university community.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other library departments to develop and promote collections owned or subscribed by the library.
- Participate in overall outreach efforts to build community and engage students and faculty with the library.
Function: Other duties
Performs other duties as requested or required, whether specifically mentioned in this job description.
Required Education and Experience
- MLIS from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent); another graduate degree and relevant experience will be considered.
- Experience providing general and in-depth research and/or instructional services.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:
- Ability to communicate effectively with users at all levels of expertise across disciplines
- Projects an approachable and customer service-oriented attitude
- Ability to collaborate effectively and work on teams
- Ability to effectively and efficiently learn new resources
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years experience working in academic libraries
- Experience and/or training in conducting Systematic Reviews
- 2+ years experience in bibliographic instruction
- Experience in developing and producing online tutorials
- Experience as a liaison or academic training in the social, behavioral, or health sciences
- Familiarity with AI applications in library instruction and outreach, including in teaching
Desired Start Date 07/16/2026
Job Open Date 06/04/2026
Job Close Date 08/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 16, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Posting Number FAC00069PO26
Advertised Title Librarian
Campus Columbia
College/Division University Libraries
Department LIBR Research, Instruction and Reference
Advertised Salary Range $58,000 - $70,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 12 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Advertised Job Summary
The Research & Instruction librarian provides information literacy instruction and research support to students, faculty, and staff of the University. The librarian develops instruction sessions and offers research consultations, for general topics as well as subject or course specific, and delivers them both in-person and online. The librarian assists with evidence synthesis support, including systematic reviews, across disciplines. The librarian participates in University Libraries’ liaison program in support of the teaching and research endeavors of the social, behavioral, or health sciences as assigned. Developing and strengthening relationships between the library and assigned departments, as well as across campus, is a focus of this position.
Functions:
An incumbent assigned this position will perform some or all the following approximately 95 percent of their time. As a tenure-track faculty member, the Librarian is expected to fulfill requirements in librarianship, service, and scholarly activity as described in University Libraries tenure criteria.
Function: Research Support
- Assist students and faculty via scheduled or drop-in research consultations. Provide support for general topics as well as advanced consultation in areas of responsibility.
- Assist with systematic reviews and/or evidence synthesis projects
- Provide support for integrating technology (i.e. citation management software, AI applications, etc) to support or enhance research.
- Provide general research and reference assistance via chat, as required. Maintain a friendly, welcoming attitude towards patrons.
- Maintain and share awareness of trends and developments in research methodologies and practices in areas of responsibility.
Function: Instruction
- Design and teach instructional sessions and workshops in a variety of formats and create tutorials, guides, and other digital learning objects to develop and enhance students’ research and literacy skills.
- Partner with faculty to integrate research skills into the curriculum and develop collections which sustain and advance the university’s research goals.
- Participate in general instruction program, as well as instruction aimed at serving targeted populations such as first-year students, first-generation college students, international students, etc.
Function: Outreach & Engagement
- Seek opportunities to develop and strengthen relationships between the library and assigned departments, as well as across the university community.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other library departments to develop and promote collections owned or subscribed by the library.
- Participate in overall outreach efforts to build community and engage students and faculty with the library.
Function: Other duties
Performs other duties as requested or required, whether specifically mentioned in this job description.
Required Education and Experience
- MLIS from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent); another graduate degree and relevant experience will be considered.
- Experience providing general and in-depth research and/or instructional services.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:
- Ability to communicate effectively with users at all levels of expertise across disciplines
- Projects an approachable and customer service-oriented attitude
- Ability to collaborate effectively and work on teams
- Ability to effectively and efficiently learn new resources
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years experience working in academic libraries
- Experience and/or training in conducting Systematic Reviews
- 2+ years experience in bibliographic instruction
- Experience in developing and producing online tutorials
- Experience as a liaison or academic training in the social, behavioral, or health sciences
- Familiarity with AI applications in library instruction and outreach, including in teaching
Desired Start Date 07/16/2026
Job Open Date 06/04/2026
Job Close Date 08/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 16, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Technical Services Librarian Jobs
Target academic and research libraries
Universities and research institutions have established visa sponsorship programs and regularly hire international librarians. They understand the specialty occupation requirements better than smaller public libraries.
Emphasize technical specializations
Highlight expertise in digital asset management, integrated library systems, or metadata standards like Dublin Core. These technical skills strengthen your specialty occupation case with USCIS.
Consider consortium and state library systems
Large multi-library systems often have legal teams experienced with visa sponsorship. State library networks and academic consortiums frequently sponsor technical positions requiring specialized knowledge.
Network through library associations
Join ALA's International Relations Round Table and attend conferences. Many sponsoring employers recruit internationally and post positions through professional library associations rather than general job boards.
Leverage digital humanities experience
Experience with digital scholarship platforms, repository systems, or data visualization tools appeals to academic libraries. These emerging specializations demonstrate the advanced knowledge H-1B requires.
Apply early in the academic hiring cycle
Academic libraries typically hire for fall positions between January and April. This timing aligns well with H-1B filing deadlines and gives employers time for visa processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Technical Services Librarians qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Technical Services Librarians qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupation roles. The position requires a Master of Library Science degree and specialized knowledge in cataloging, metadata, and information systems. USCIS recognizes librarianship as a specialty occupation when the role requires advanced degree-level knowledge in library science.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Technical Services Librarian?
You need a Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an accredited program. Some employers may accept a master's in information science with library experience. Your degree must be from an accredited institution, and foreign degrees need credential evaluation through organizations like WES or ECE.
How to find Technical Services Librarian jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Technical Services Librarian positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on academic institutions, research universities, and large public library systems that commonly sponsor H-1B and other work visas. These organizations frequently need specialized librarians for cataloging, metadata management, and digital collection services, making them more likely to sponsor qualified international candidates.
Which types of libraries sponsor H-1B visas for technical services roles?
Academic libraries at universities and colleges are the most common sponsors, followed by large public library systems and research institutions. Special libraries at corporations or government agencies rarely sponsor due to budget constraints. State library networks and library consortiums also occasionally sponsor technical positions requiring specialized expertise.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for librarian positions?
Librarian positions face moderate competition in the H-1B lottery, but approval rates are high once selected because librarianship is well-established as a specialty occupation. Academic institutions often have experience with visa sponsorship and understand the requirements. The main challenge is finding employers willing to sponsor rather than proving the role qualifies.
Can I get sponsored if my library degree is from outside the U.S.?
Yes, foreign library science degrees are acceptable with proper credential evaluation. You'll need to obtain an evaluation from a NACES-approved organization like WES, ECE, or Josef Silny showing your degree is equivalent to a U.S. master's degree. Some employers prefer candidates with ALA-accredited degrees, but this isn't a legal requirement for H-1B eligibility.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Technical Services Librarian jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.