Associate Librarian - Research Impact

43154BR

Library

Position Description

The Research Impact Librarian is responsible for spearheading the development, advancement, and implementation of a dynamic array of services focused on scholarly output, research impact, and bibliometrics for the vibrant Texas Tech University community. This role involves close collaboration with university offices and the library to create and promote innovative services that amplify research impact. The incumbent provides tailored coaching and personalized support to Texas Tech University faculty and students throughout the research lifecycle, empowering them to achieve greater success. By working closely with faculty, the librarian enhances the visibility, influence, and triumph of their research through strategic publication approaches, utilization of cutting-edge research support systems, and insightful bibliometric analysis. The Research Impact Librarian plays a pivotal role in propelling the institution's research mission forward by equipping faculty with essential tools, skills, and knowledge to thrive in today's competitive research landscape.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

Texas Tech University Libraries serve as a vital partner with students and faculty in their learning endeavors. The University Libraries' system comprises: (1) University Library, (2) Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, (3) Architecture Library, and (4) Peters Family Legacy Library within the Student Enrichment Center. The University Library is a patent and trademark depository and is one of two regional depositories for U.S. government documents in Texas. The central focus of the Texas Tech University Libraries is to make available 3.72 million physical volumes, electronic resources, special collections and archives, and to offer services to students and faculty that enable academic and research success.

About the Department/School/Area

The TTU Libraries Research Impact Team is dedicated to enhancing the university's research profile as it strives for AAU status by providing specialized services focused on scholarly identity, research profiles, citation management, and scholarly publishing. Drawing on best practices from the discipline, the team will offer guidance and support to faculty, researchers, and students to optimize their research impact. The team plans to engage with campus stakeholders through meetings to collaboratively develop and implement these services, maximizing research visibility.

Major/Essential Functions

The University Libraries at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track, Associate Librarian to begin March 1, 2026.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

As a faculty member in the University Libraries, you will be expected to:

• Develop tools and resources to assist faculty in measuring and communicating the impact of their research, including bibliometrics, altmetrics, and other assessment methods.
• Provide tailored guidance on citation metrics, journal rankings, and other quantitative measures of research impact, enabling faculty to make informed decisions regarding publication strategies and research dissemination to help assess the impact and visibility of their scholarly work.
• Offer workshops and training on emerging research technologies, digital scholarship platforms, and research management systems to boost research productivity.
• Assist faculty in navigating scholarly databases to conduct literature reviews and identify relevant sources to support their research.
• Facilitate connections between faculty and library services that support their research. Builds positive campus-wide relations among colleagues working closely with research impact services.
• Provide ongoing support to navigate the academic publishing landscape and enhance research impact. Assist in developing effective publication strategies that align with faculty research goals and target audiences, while promoting open scholarship practices.
• Collect and analyze data on the use and effectiveness of research impact services, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
• Provide tailored guidance on navigating the academic publishing landscape, developing effective publication strategies, and understanding copyright and publication issues.
• Present workshops on measuring individual academic footprint. Design and deliver workshops on publishing strategies, increasing impact, metrics etc. Create resources addressing common research challenges for faculty.
• Conduct one-on-one consultations with faculty to identify research goals and tailor strategies to increase research productivity, visibility, and impact. Collaborate with faculty to set measurable research goals and track progress.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of faculty research impact, collect and analyze data on service effectiveness, and provide regular reports to library administration and stakeholders.
• Stay informed on trends in scholarly communication, open science, and library technologies through continuous professional development to deliver timely and relevant support.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

• ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS)
• Three years of experience in research support services, academic librarianship, or a related role involving bibliometric analysis, research impact assessment, or scholarly communication.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Published one peer-reviewed publication in the last 3 to 5 years.
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in academic librarianship or research support, including knowledge of the academic research landscape, publication processes, and research metrics.
• Familiarity with bibliometrics, altimetric, and tools like Academic Analytics, Web of Science, Scopus, SciVal, and Google Scholar, as well as research impact assessment methods.
• Knowledge or experience with grant writing, securing research funding, and understanding quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of researcher identification systems (e.g., ORCID) and scholarly communications trends, including copyright and academic publishing practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, teaching, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work across diverse disciplines.
• Knowledge or experience with data management, statistical analysis, and bibliometric datasets.
• Ability to plan and deliver training sessions and workshops effectively.
• Demonstrated use of information resources and tools to support research.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
• List of references

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Schedule Details

Mon-Fri, 8-5

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Library

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800

Air Force Specialty Code

3H0X1, 84H0

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8878

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

2415

Applications must be received by

01/19/2026