Legal Research & Instruction Librarian
Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Primary Purpose The Legal Reference Librarian provides expert
research support to faculty and students, offering guidance in
U.S., foreign, and international law sources. The position delivers
reference services, develops and maintains research guides, and
contributes guest lectures and instructional sessions across the
curriculum. The librarian oversees collection development, ensuring
resources align with teaching and scholarship needs. Additional
responsibilities may include teaching an advanced legal research
course and supporting the integration of library services into
academic programs. Essential Functions Provide In-Depth Legal
Research Assistance Deliver expert research support to faculty and
students. Offer individualized research consultations and assist
with scholarship and course preparation. Design and Lead Legal
Research Instruction Teach research-focused guest lectures for
doctrinal and skills faculty upon request. Potentially teach or
co-teach an Advanced Legal Research ( ALR ) course or
subject-specific research seminars. Oversee Collection Development
and Evaluation Manage selection, assessment, and deselection of
print and electronic resources to support the law school’s
teaching, research, and curricular needs. Cultivate vendor
relationships and monitor budget allocations for collection areas.
Create and Maintain Online Research Guides Write, update, and
curate high-quality digital research guides (e.g., LibGuides) to
support student learning, faculty research, and library
programming. Ensure guides reflect current legal research tools and
best practices. Develop Expertise in Foreign, Comparative &
International Law ( FCIL ) Research Serve as the library’s resource
in FCIL by building specialized collections, maintaining awareness
of international legal databases, and assisting with research
involving foreign jurisdictions or international organizations.
Support Library Instructional and Scholarly Technology Assist users
in accessing and effectively using legal research platforms and
digital tools. Contribute to library workshops, orientations, and
training sessions. Professional Development & Additional Duties
Participates in professional activities and continuing education;
performs other duties as assigned. University of the Pacific
recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to
the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize
policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and
responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race,
gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or
propel students, faculty, and staff. Minimum Qualifications MLIS
from an ALA accredited school. JD from an ABA -accredited law
school. Proficiency with Lexis, Westlaw, internet and online
research tools and techniques, and instructional technology. Strong
interpersonal, oral, written communication and organizational
skills. A strong public service attitude. Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge in using Microsoft Word and Excel to
organize, analyze and manipulate data sets and information.
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse
backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing
social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and
knowledge in their work.
Keywords: University of the Pacific, Newark , Legal Research & Instruction Librarian, Education / Teaching , Stockton, California
