Subject Librarian, East Asian Languages and Cultures

WashU IT

Subject Librarian for East Asian Languages managing outreach and collection development for Korean and Japanese studies. Engages with faculty and students at Washington University Libraries.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,400 - $99,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides research services through email, chat, virtual, and in-person consultations
Teaches patrons how to choose, evaluate, and use relevant tools for their research needs
Designs, delivers, and assesses information literacy instruction
Develops and maintains subject-specific collection policies
Engages with departmental faculty, students, and staff for collection development
Liaises with stakeholders in assigned subject areas to promote library services
Participates in professional development opportunities
Assists with the daily operations of the East Asian Library

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Successful And Progressively Responsible In One Or More Areas Of Academic Library Services (2 Years)
Not Applicable
A driver's license is not required for this position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan starting at 7%
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Tuition coverage for you and your family up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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Soft Skills

communicationteachingresearchconsultationcollaborationassessmentengagementdevelopment

Certifications

Master’s degree