Academic librarians are professionals who work in libraries at colleges and universities, providing resources, services, and support to students, faculty, and researchers. They help patrons access and navigate library collections, databases, and other tools for research and learning. Academic librarians often offer reference and research assistance, library instruction sessions, and support for academic technologies. They may also collaborate with faculty on research projects, assist with scholarly communication, and develop and manage collections in various subjects. Additionally, academic librarians play a key role in promoting information literacy and critical thinking skills among library users.