Librarian Specialist

Department Overview

The Health Sciences Libraries Department spans the contemporary Health Sciences Library and the Wangensteen Historical Library of Biology and Medicine. The work of the Department is realized through the deep disciplinary expertise of its staff, who bring specialized knowledge related to evidence-based practice, systematic reviews and evidence synthesis, and the history of biology and health, along with broad skills related to information literacy and critical appraisal. Our staff advance the University Libraries' strategic plan and bring forward an overarching programmatic vision in alignment with the research, teaching, learning, clinical, and interprofessional information needs of the six schools and colleges of the Health Sciences (Medical School, School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy, School of Nursing, College of Veterinary Medicine) across the Twin Cities, Duluth, Rochester, and St. Cloud Campuses. Additional liaison responsibilities include the Program in the History of Science and Technology, the Center for Allied Health Programs, and the biomedical sciences.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is a Temporary & Casual Employee classified Interim Health Sciences librarian position for up to 14 hours (maximum) of work per week through the duration of employment.

This position reports to the Associate Director for Education & Research Services in the Health Sciences Library. The Interim Health Sciences Librarian joins a team of 8 health sciences librarians who work to advance the teaching, learning, and research initiatives of the University of Minnesota health sciences programs.

The Interim Health Sciences Librarian holds the primary responsibilities for teaching, consultations, and literature searches. This position will primarily work with faculty, staff and students in the School of Public Health, and may be assigned literature search and instruction responsibilities in classes or via consultations by other health sciences programs as needed.

Our culture is one of continual on-the-job training and mentorship and support, including for our temporary employees. Due to the nature of temporary employment, prior relevant knowledge and experience are required as detailed in the qualifications section.

This position is primarily remote, with some expectations to be on campus for in-person instruction activities as requested by faculty, and for monthly librarian departmental meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Partner with faculty to develop and teach evidence-based practice, information literacies and other skills in academic courses/curricula, adapting Libraries programs to the discipline-specific needs of health science students (45%)
• Provide customized expertise via consultations (via Zoom) to students in health sciences courses for additional learning of evidence-based practice and information literacy skills for completing assignments and/or contributing to research projects (45%)
• Provide literature search results to faculty and staff by request (10%).

Required

• American Library Association accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Science OR equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated teaching skills, with an understanding of pedagogical best practices and instructional design principles for online and in-person instruction.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative, develop and carry out projects, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to use technology to provide online course instruction and consultations.
• Ability to complete occasional onsite work requirements.
• Work experience in an health sciences library

Preferred

• Ability to use and teach health sciences related databases and tools such as Ovid Medline, PubMed, Scopus, and Embase.
• Understanding of the application of evidence-based practice as an information literacy framework.

Pay Range: $35.00-$42.00/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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1. A cover letter addressing how you meet the qualifications.
2. A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume that details your educational and work experience.

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