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School of Library Science: CAREERS

CAREERS

Choose Your Path

While some MSLS graduates become librarians, others find non-traditional roles. Some become data scientists, while others become archivists. Some go on to pursue doctorates, and others become project managers. You'll find that the skills obtained through an advanced degree in library and information science are in high demand in unexpected places like museums, non-profits, and even national parks.

  • Library Media Specialist Become a school librarian, and spark the pursuit of knowledge. Teachers, you can transition out of the classroom while still making an impact on your students. Get your library media specialist certification, along with your MLIS degree, through this fully online program.
  • Information Innovator Learn to design and deliver innovative data science projects that connect people, information, and technology with an MLIS degree. Prepare for jobs in knowledge management, information architecture, usability, information brokering, taxonomy, and even database administration.
  • Corporate Librarian Learn how to unlock insights and explore data to better understand your employer's needs and wants. Use what you learn from one of the very best MLIS degree programs to conduct and report research that contributes to the body of professional knowledge across many different industries.
  • Archivist Gain the skills to appraise and collect primary sources with your MLIS degree. Prepare for roles that will require you to interact firsthand with historical documents. Engage in the highest quality of organization, preservation, and management skills with diverse records and materials.

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Specific Careers

Public Libraries

  • Library Director
  • Children’s Librarian
  • Young Adult Librarian
  • Reference Librarian
  • Outreach Librarian
  • Digital Services Librarian
  • Community Engagement Librarian
  • Adult Services Librarian
  • Programming Librarian
  • Branch Manager
  • Circulation Librarian
  • Technology Librarian
  • Local History Librarian
  • Outreach Services Coordinator
  • Volunteer Coordinator

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Academic Libraries

  • Library Dean or Director
  • Student Success Librarian
  • Reference and Instruction Librarian
  • Open Educational Resources (OER) Librarian
  • Subject Specialist Librarian (e.g., Humanities Librarian, Science Librarian)
  • Metadata Librarian
  • Special Collections Librarian
  • Electronic Resources Librarian
  • Systems Librarian
  • Scholarly Communications Librarian
  • Outreach and Engagement Librarian
  • Information Literacy Librarian
  • Research Data Librarian
  • Access Services Librarian
  • Collection Development Librarian

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Salaries