Description

The Indiana University (IU) Southeast Library empowers and serves its communities by facilitating lifelong learning through physical and digital collections, services, and programs, and is an active partner in the teaching, learning, and research missions of the campus.

Job Summary

The Online Student Outreach Specialist will support initiatives aimed at enhancing library engagement and access for online students. This role is ideal for a current Master in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) student interested in academic librarianship, instructional design, and equity in information access.
Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Investigates best practices in the literature on library outreach to online and distance learners
• Reviews existing research and recommendations for possible implementation
• Identifies institutional policies and procedures that may hinder access to library resources for online students
• Explores and evaluates existing tools and platforms that facilitate seamless access to library services
• Creates engaging digital outreach materials (e.g., email campaigns, web content, infographics) tailored to online students
• Develops instructional materials (e.g., tutorials, guides, videos) to support online student use of library resources
• Summarizes findings and recommendations in a final report or presentation
• Conducts research, develops outreach materials, and evaluates institutional policies and tools to improve the online student experience with library services
• Meets weekly with the Director of Library Services at Indiana University Southeast to discuss progress and current research

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

• Bachelor's degree
• Currently enrolled in an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited MLIS program

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

• Demonstrated interest in academic libraries, online learning, and user-centered design as demonstrated by coursework and/or work experience

Preferred

• Experience with instructional design, graphic design tools, or web content creation

SKILLS
Required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Working Conditions / Demands

Reliable internet access and a personal computer are required for remote work and participation in virtual meetings.

Additional Information

This position begins the week of January 5, 2026.
This is a limited term position, initially funded for the Spring 2026 semester. It may be renewed or extended based upon funding availability and business needs.

Work Location

This is a fully remote position. However, this is subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

Advertised Salary

$20.00 per hour

Work Hours

10-15 hours per week

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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