Saint Joseph's University
Sciences Librarian
Saint Joseph's University, University City, Missouri, United States,
Position Title:Sciences Librarian
Time Type:Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications:The SJU Libraries seeks a service-oriented and collaborative librarian to serve as Sciences Librarian. The Librarian will be a part of the Research and Instruction team, providing research assistance, information literacy instruction, collection development, and outreach. The Librarian will be the primary contact for the School of Health Professions, which includes Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant studies. The position will also serve as a co-liaison to the School of Nursing and Allied Health. The candidate will be primarily based at the University City campus.
Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential
Duties )Serves as primary liaison to the School of Health Professions, and Biology and Chemistry, serves as co-liaison to the School of Nursing and Allied HealthServes as primary contact on Hawk Hill Campus for the School or Nursing and Allied HealthProvide expertise on the libraries' databases and resources, with particular attention to the health sciencesWork collaboratively with faculty to integrate library resources into health sciences curricular and research programs, including promoting library resources and services, providing instruction, and assessing needs.Develops and conducts online and in-person instruction sessions, develops tutorials and research guides, and provides expertise in subject related tools and resourcesCoordinates and assists with liaison librarians offering instructionMonitor trends in health sciences librarianship and participate in relevant continuing education opportunities in both librarianship and health sciences disciplines or practicesProvide support for comprehensive literature searching including evidence synthesis reviews and bibliometric analysisProvide general research assistance in accordance with the library's mission and user service guidelinesCollaborates with colleagues in related subject areas and libraries to acquire materials. Participates in collection evaluation projectsThe Librarian will work closely with faculty to determine research and information needs.
Qualifications:ALA accredited degree (MLS, MSIS, or equivalent degree)Undergraduate or advanced degree in a health sciences or STEM field, second Master's degree in a relevant academic discipline OR minimum three years of relevant professional experience in an academic, medical, or science library or equivalent experience.Demonstrated understanding of the types of biomedical and scientific literature and its use by faculty and studentsDemonstrated ability to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities, showing initiative and flexibilityDemonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and implement projects and bring them to a conclusion in a timely fashionProven commitment to excellent customer serviceExcellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:At least two years experience providing information/research services in an academic libraryTwo or more years of experience searching and teaching PubMed (including the MeSH Database), CINAHL, SciFinder and other science databasesExperience conducting advanced literature searches, evidence synthesis reviews, and/or bibliometric analyses.Demonstrated experience designing and delivering curriculum and/or training in higher education or professional settingsDemonstrated success working proactively with faculty
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:The position may require long periods spent in front of a computer. In addition, weekend and after-hours work may be required.
Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about - and to make a positive contribution to - our mission. Saint Joseph's University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE
Saint Joseph's University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University's Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University's response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Time Type:Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications:The SJU Libraries seeks a service-oriented and collaborative librarian to serve as Sciences Librarian. The Librarian will be a part of the Research and Instruction team, providing research assistance, information literacy instruction, collection development, and outreach. The Librarian will be the primary contact for the School of Health Professions, which includes Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant studies. The position will also serve as a co-liaison to the School of Nursing and Allied Health. The candidate will be primarily based at the University City campus.
Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential
Duties )Serves as primary liaison to the School of Health Professions, and Biology and Chemistry, serves as co-liaison to the School of Nursing and Allied HealthServes as primary contact on Hawk Hill Campus for the School or Nursing and Allied HealthProvide expertise on the libraries' databases and resources, with particular attention to the health sciencesWork collaboratively with faculty to integrate library resources into health sciences curricular and research programs, including promoting library resources and services, providing instruction, and assessing needs.Develops and conducts online and in-person instruction sessions, develops tutorials and research guides, and provides expertise in subject related tools and resourcesCoordinates and assists with liaison librarians offering instructionMonitor trends in health sciences librarianship and participate in relevant continuing education opportunities in both librarianship and health sciences disciplines or practicesProvide support for comprehensive literature searching including evidence synthesis reviews and bibliometric analysisProvide general research assistance in accordance with the library's mission and user service guidelinesCollaborates with colleagues in related subject areas and libraries to acquire materials. Participates in collection evaluation projectsThe Librarian will work closely with faculty to determine research and information needs.
Qualifications:ALA accredited degree (MLS, MSIS, or equivalent degree)Undergraduate or advanced degree in a health sciences or STEM field, second Master's degree in a relevant academic discipline OR minimum three years of relevant professional experience in an academic, medical, or science library or equivalent experience.Demonstrated understanding of the types of biomedical and scientific literature and its use by faculty and studentsDemonstrated ability to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities, showing initiative and flexibilityDemonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and implement projects and bring them to a conclusion in a timely fashionProven commitment to excellent customer serviceExcellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:At least two years experience providing information/research services in an academic libraryTwo or more years of experience searching and teaching PubMed (including the MeSH Database), CINAHL, SciFinder and other science databasesExperience conducting advanced literature searches, evidence synthesis reviews, and/or bibliometric analyses.Demonstrated experience designing and delivering curriculum and/or training in higher education or professional settingsDemonstrated success working proactively with faculty
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:The position may require long periods spent in front of a computer. In addition, weekend and after-hours work may be required.
Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about - and to make a positive contribution to - our mission. Saint Joseph's University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE
Saint Joseph's University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University's Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University's response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.