Makerspace Specialist, UNLV University Libraries [R0153263]

ROLE of the POSITION

Reporting to the Director, School of Medicine Library, the Makerspace Specialist is a key member of a team of professionals responsible for supporting the Makerspace in the School of Medicine Library. The Makerspace Specialist oversees the day-to-day operations of the School of Medicine Library’s makerspace and provides expert instructions for groups utilizing emerging and multimedia technologies for educational and research purposes. The Specialist provides personalized consultation on multimedia use, creation, and application. Through outreach to Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine faculty, students, residents/fellows and other campus partners and stakeholders, the Makerspace Specialist exercises leadership in developing and evolving emerging and multimedia technologies and services that support knowledge creation. Additionally, the Makerspace Specialist will investigate and evaluate emerging technologies for potential adoption, develop online learning objects, coordinate projects, engage in professional development, and help train student employees who support multimedia creation and use at the School of Medicine Library.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY of the UNLV UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as leading a respectful, positive work environment. The University Libraries values begin with our belief that everyone deserves a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment where they are treated with respect and dignity. The Libraries extends its commitment to diversity and equity in employment and especially welcomes applications from women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who contribute to diversification. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), computer science, instructional technology, multimedia-related degrees preferred and 1-3 years of experience working in makerspaces, fabrication labs, libraries, galleries, museums, archives, schools, community centers, or other related educational setting. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

• Competence and sensitivity in working with individuals who are highly diverse regarding many facets of identity, including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, income, level of educational attainment, and religion.
• Knowledge of design or fabrication using a combination of multimedia technology (e.g. prototyping, Laser cutting, 3D printing, digital or AutoCAD designing, audio technologies, etc.)
• Capacity or skill to instruct learners (e.g. student assistants, students, faculty, staff, etc.)
• Capacity or skill to create instructional content (e.g. guides, handouts, presentations, lesson plans, etc.)
• Capacity or skill to communicate effectively with others (e.g. ability to engage a non-technical audience with technical concepts, etc.)
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, or stakeholders (e.g. ability to build positive relationships, identify and resolve issues effectively, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience developing program or workshop activities including, but not limited to multimedia or emerging technology topics
• Proficiency with emerging or multimedia technologies (e.g. prototyping, Laser cutting, 3D printing, digital or AutoCAD designing, audio technologies, etc.)
• Strong organizational or project management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot emerging or multimedia technologies
• Ability to evaluate, assess, or recommend new emerging or multimedia technologies

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative Faculty position at a Grade B. Minimum salary is $60,000. Salary is competitive with those at similarly situated institutions and dependent upon labor market. For more information on salary ranges please visit UNLV Salary Range. In addition, University Libraries is committed to and helps fund professional development opportunities: each position receives annual allotment for professional development activities.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Makerspace Specialist Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on Monday, September 14, 2026.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact [email protected] for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.