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How much do academic liaison librarian jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic liaison librarian in the United States is $65,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an academic liaison librarian?

Academic Liaison Librarians are specialized librarians who act as the main point of contact between the library and academic departments within a university or college. They collaborate with faculty and students to support teaching, learning, and research by providing subject-specific expertise, developing tailored resources, and delivering information literacy instruction. Liaison librarians also help manage collections in their subject areas and ensure that library services align with the academic needs of their assigned departments.

How does an academic liaison librarian typically collaborate with faculty to support curriculum development?

Academic Liaison Librarians work closely with faculty members to ensure that library resources align with course objectives and research needs. This often involves participating in departmental meetings, providing tailored instruction sessions, and recommending new resources or materials to enhance the curriculum. By fostering these partnerships, liaison librarians help integrate information literacy into the academic program and support both teaching and learning outcomes. Effective collaboration also means staying responsive to changing curriculum requirements and being proactive in addressing gaps in library collections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic liaison librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Liaison Librarian, you need expertise in information management, research support, and a relevant library science qualification (often a master's degree in library and information science). Familiarity with academic databases, discovery tools, citation management software, and institutional repositories is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal, teaching, and collaboration skills help build effective relationships with faculty, students, and campus partners. These competencies are vital for supporting academic research, facilitating resource access, and enhancing the library's role within the academic community.

What is the difference between Academic Liaison Librarian vs Subject Librarian?

AspectAcademic Liaison LibrarianSubject Librarian
CredentialsMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS)Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS)
Work EnvironmentAcademic libraries, universities, collegesAcademic libraries, specialized subject areas
Employer & IndustryHigher education institutionsHigher education institutions, research universities
Primary FocusBuilding relationships with faculty, supporting research and teachingManaging collections and resources for specific academic disciplines

Both roles typically require a Master's in Library Science and work within academic libraries. An Academic Liaison Librarian focuses on collaborating with faculty and supporting research across multiple disciplines, while a Subject Librarian specializes in managing collections and resources for specific academic subjects. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and focus within the academic library environment.

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Infographic showing various Academic Liaison Librarian job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,193 per year, or $31.3 per hour.

Assistant Instructor - Liaison Librarian

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Warrensburg, MO • On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Description

The Liaison Librarian is responsible for the development and promotion of library activities and services that support the teaching, learning, and research needs of the campus community (i.e., students, faculty, and staff) including, but not limited to teaching of information literacy/research skills in a variety of contexts, developing professional relationships, collaborating effectively with campus partners, and management of collections for UCM curricula and faculty research needs. It is expected that subject liaison librarians actively engage in teamwork, shared governance, and library outreach activities.

Examples of Duties Primary Responsibilities Liaison to the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Develop and promote library information resources and services to faculty and students in assigned areas.
  • Teach information literacy to students in assigned areas through embedded librarianship.
  • Initiate and maintain contacts with faculty members in assigned areas for the purpose of curriculum mapping, instructional development, and collection management.
  • Provide research consultations to the UCM community supporting scholarship in a variety of contexts.
  • Create learning tools connecting students and faculty with the information they need.
  • Develop, present, and promote library workshops.
  • Manage collections in assigned areas in all formats, including, but not limited to, the development of the collection, periodic review of collection content, and alignment of the collection to the UCM curriculum.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Engagement
  • Continue professional development through ongoing education, including understanding trends in academic libraries; participating in conferences, workshops, etc.; being active in regional and national professional organizations.
  • Contribute to the profession through continued learning, services, presentations, or professional communications.
  • Participate in library committees, task forces, working groups, self-governance bodies, and other roles as expected.
  • Participate in library activities, events, and initiatives.
  • Active engagement in UCM activities supporting students, faculty, scholarship, and university-wide governance (e.g., faculty senate committee or administrative committee participation).
Typical Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for the Position
  • Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library or information science or equivalent degree.
Preferred Qualifications for the Position
  • Completion of a second advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in the area of subject specialty or related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
Preferred Experience
  • Minimum of one-year full-time equivalent academic library experience including some combined experience in providing research services, instruction (online and in person), developing online instructional tools (e.g., LibGuides, etc.).
  • Experience managing collections in the subject liaison area(s).
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
  • Must be able to prioritize, manage, and meet multiple deadlines, thrive in a complex work environment, and display solid problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to work in a culture that is committed to furthering access, opportunity, and community.
  • Effective written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills as required.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment as required.
  • Must have high attention to detail and be able to organize workflows, coordinate activities, and balance simultaneous projects without loss of efficiency in a multi-tasked environment.
  • Knowledge of and experience in related subject discipline(s) preferred.
Physical and Environmental Factors
  • Position requires the ability to work in an office-like setting.
Special Working Conditions
  • Maintain ability to work as needed for the completion of assigned duties, activities, and projects.
Supplemental Information

Candidates must submit a cover letter that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; a curriculum vitae; and unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees. A teaching statement and a list of a minimum of three professional references to include names, phone numbers, and e‑mail addresses must be added in supplemental attachments.

Direct inquiries regarding this position to Janette Klein at jklein@ucmo.edu.

For information about the online application process contact Human Resources at 660-543-4255.

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