French Language Services Librarian
Laurentian University Library and Archives invites applications for an existing one year limited-term
contract librarian faculty position that will focus on French language services in the Faculty of
Education and Health, and the Faculty of Arts. The preferred start date is August 1st, 2026 or as
negotiated.
The French Language Services Librarian will:
1. Provide virtual reference services in French.
2. Provide specialized reference services in French in the assigned disciplines.
3. Provide library instruction in French in the assigned disciplines.
4. Revise and maintain Library & Archives website content in French.
5. Actively engage in the development and maintenance of the library collection.
6. Enhance and augment the online research skills tutorial in French.
In addition to active engagement and participation in librarianship, the successful candidate will be
expected to participate in scholarly activity and university governance.
Qualifications:
1. A graduate degree from a library school accredited by the American Library Association, or
approved equivalent education and training acceptable for membership in the Corporation of
Professional Librarians of Québec. A degree in the humanities, education, health or related field
is an asset.
2. Able to fluently communicate in French, both oral and written. English communication skills
would be an asset.
3. Knowledge of and experience with information resources and tools used in academic libraries
generally.
4. Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective instructional activities and materials.
5. Deep understanding of public service principles.
6. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and communicate effectively.
7. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
8. Ability to plan and organize effectively.
The personnel of the Library and Archives strive to support student learning and faculty teaching and
research by developing rich library and archival collections, both physical and digital; by providing
information literacy instruction and point-of-need assistance in a variety of formats; by maintaining safe
and comfortable study spaces for individuals and groups; and by offering more specialized services
around data, archival fonds, publications, and more. The Library and Archives service points include the
J.N. Desmarais Library, the Laurentian University Archives, the Architecture Library, and the Education
Resource Centre.
Laurentian University, located on Atikameksheng Anishnawbek territory in Sudbury, Ontario, serves over
8000 students and is one of two bilingual universities in the province of Ontario.
