The NC State University Libraries Fellows Program offers a unique opportunity for recent M.L.S. and M.I.S. graduates. Fellows will be appointed at the rank of faculty librarian for a three-year term from July 2025 through June 2028. An alternative option for a September 2025 placement may be available, depending upon graduation date. In order to be eligible, the terminal degree must be awarded between December 2024 and September 2025. To learn more about the Fellows Program, please visit our website at http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/fellows.

For the 2025-2028 cohort, the Libraries is particularly interested in those with an aptitude for and interest in developing careers in digital technologies—focusing on the systems and software applications that support our innovative services, spaces, and resources for learning, research, and collaboration.

This program is based in North Carolina. The Libraries supports flexible and hybrid work arrangements based on departmental and operational needs.

NC State University promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interests, and experience would enable them to support the university.

Required:

• an ALA-accredited M.L.S. or M.I.S. degrees awarded between December 2024 and September 2025
• demonstrated interest in holistically supporting the student experience and contributing to learning and research services
• potential to develop expertise in an area of institutional focus, such digital technologies or science/engineering librarianship
• evidence of leadership potential, including ability to work creatively and effectively in a highly collaborative team environment
• commitment to fostering an environment of belonging and well-being
• ability to serve and collaborate with a large user community reflecting a variety of backgrounds and disciplines
• ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably
• demonstrated understanding of the educational mission of a research university

Preferred:

• experience in a research-oriented environment (such as an internship or practicum)