Subject Librarians

The University at Buffalo Libraries designate a Subject Librarian to serve as liaison to each Academic Department or School and to each Research Institute/Center. These librarians are specialists in the areas they serve and are the primary Libraries' contacts for faculty and students. Liaison librarians provide a range of services appropriate to the areas they serve. Examples of services may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide specialized subject expertise in an academic discipline, specifically related to library collections and research tools in the discipline
• Serve as the library liaison to each UB department, school and research institute/center with an understanding of the curricular and research needs of these constituents
• Answer questions and communicate to departments and research centers regarding information and policies in the Libraries
• Inform faculty of new publications, research tools and library acquisitions in the field
• Recommend print and electronic materials for purchase for the Libraries' collections in designated subject areas
• Assist faculty and students in identifying and using library resources and technology to enhance research and teaching
• Work with faculty to acquire appropriate material for research and teaching
• Provide research consultations to faculty, graduate students and undergraduate students in specific subjects by appointment, office hours, drop-in and/or electronic communication
• Provide research instruction to individuals or classes
• Respond to reference and research queries in person, by phone or via email or chat

Please feel free to contact your Subject Librarian or email libweb@buffalo.edu for additional assistance.