Advertised jobs must be located in the Southern Chapter region
and meet the requirements for ads in the MLA News.
Please send all job postings or question to the SC/MLA web site coordinator,
Justin Robertson at jroberts@bbl.usouthal.edu.
VETERINARY MEDICAL LIBRARIAN
Auburn University Libraries seeks innovative, accomplished and user-focused candidates for the tenure-track faculty position as Veterinary Medical Librarian serving at the Cary Veterinary Medical Library to provide administrative and operational oversight of one of two campus branch libraries. The Veterinary Medical Librarian is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong and effective partnerships with the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Auburn University, a land grant institution with an enrollment of more than 22,000 students, invites applications for a twelve month tenure track position as Veterinary Medical Librarian. The AU Libraries belong to the Association of Research Libraries, house a collection of more than three million volumes, and operate with a current materials budget of $5.8 million.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Veterinary Medical Librarian develops, manages and evaluates the collections, staff, and services of the Cary Veterinary Medical Library. This staff includes 2 paraprofessionals and 2.25 FTE (6 total) student assistants. The Veterinary Medical Librarian selects materials to develop the Veterinary Medicine collection in support of the curricular and research interests of the College. He/she is responsible for maintaining effective service environments, both physical and virtual, including reference and research consultation, library instruction, liaison with Veterinary Medicine faculty and students, and outreach. He/she works with faculty and other campus groups to increase the library’s presence in new digital learning environments. As a member of the Library Faculty, he/she serves the University, contributes to the profession, and engages in professional development. Some night and weekend reference desk coverage may be required. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Public Services/Head of Reference and Instruction Services in the University Libraries.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library program and an academic or employment background that includes some area of the sciences
- A strong service orientation
- Experience in providing support in reference/research, in consultation, in developing collections, and/or in supervising staff
- Demonstrated commitment to user-centered services including instruction, outreach programs and training as evidenced by examples from prior work experience or programs
- Substantial knowledge and understanding of key issues, trends and the use of emerging technologies in information services and academic libraries
- An understanding of the goals, structures, practices and politics of research universities
- Demonstrated ability to serve as a member of a team and create a positive work environment
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially with college teaching and research faculty as well as clinicians, administrators and students
- A record of effective interpersonal communication and collaborative efforts involving a diverse group of stakeholders
- Ability to analyze activities and initiate innovative ideas
- Willingness to take risks, consider new and untested approaches and use creative problem-solving skills in fast-changing environments
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Experience in policy development
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A record of scholarly, professional, and research activity
- An academic background in the Life Sciences
- Supervisory and/or management experience
SALARY/BENEFITS
Minimum salary $49,190 for a Librarian II, higher with experience, or appointment as a Librarian III. Rank will be commensurate with experience/qualifications. Twelve-month tenure track position. Benefits include 20 days vacation; 12 days sick leave; participation in state teachers’ retirement (mandatory); other additional voluntary retirement plans available; health/life/disability insurance.
APPLICATION
Application review process begins May 23, 2008, and will continue until a qualified candidate is selected and recommended for appointment. Complete application must include letter of interest, resume, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.
Apply to:
Linda Caudle, Executive Assistant and Business Manager, RBD Library, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5606; e-mail: caudlnm@auburn.edu
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
(2/6/2008)
ELECTRONIC RESOURCES/COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LIBRARIAN
The University of South Alabama Biomedical Library is seeking a motivated, energetic librarian to manage electronic resources and coordinate acquisition/cataloging and collection development of print and electronic resources in the Biomedical Library. This is a tenure-track faculty position with rank at the instructor or assistant librarian level, depending on qualifications and reports to the Assistant Director for Collection Management.
- Required
ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Strong service orientation
- Preferred
Candidates with any combination of these qualifications: Demonstrated experience/interest in medical information; electronic resource management experience; acquisition and cataloging experience, preferably with the National Library of Medicine classification system; demonstrated knowledge of scientific research process, scholarly communication, and copyright and intellectual property issues; negotiating electronic licenses; excellent judgment and decision-making skills; familiarity and facility in working with vagaries of digital media; ability to adhere to rigorous accuracy and thoroughness requirements; ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly; flexibility to work independently and as part of a team; and computer skills in integrated library systems, database systems, word processing, and spreadsheets, as well as comfort in dealing with a variety of changes in systems licensed for users.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Acquires non-serial materials
- Manages monograph approval plan
- Identifies and downloads or creates descriptive cataloging for monographs, verifying and/or supplying appropriate subject headings, and NLM classification; uses Voyager, OCLC, WordCat, NLM Authority codes, and other systems to accomplish these tasks within established guidelines. Works on special projects to add or enhance existing records
- Withdraws library materials, suppresses records, etc.
- Administers library electronic journal management system and maintains the library’s electronic book web page, updating, developing, and loading information as needed.
- Reviews licenses for electronic resources (books, journals, databases)
- Maintains, updates and analyzes annual journal and electronic resource usage statistics
- Chairs Electronic Resource Committee; coordinates collection development
- Compiles collection analyses, working with department liaisons
- Participates in Reference Desk coverage and weekend rotations
Additional Responsibilities:
- Participates in Library faculty planning and evaluation of library services and resources
- Professional development activities including: research and publication, professional continuing education, professional service, and other activities that support the University, its libraries and the profession
- Achieves and maintains membership in the Medical Library Association’s Academy of Health Information Professionals
- Serves as liaison to one or more departments of the College of Medicine, Nursing or Allied Health Professions
- Other duties as assigned
Salary/Benefits
Salary range: $40,000-$46,000, based on qualifications. The University of South Alabama has excellent benefits including: 8+ holidays, 20 vacations days/year; life, health and disability insurance, state retirement plan and other retirement options (http://www.southalabama.edu/humanresources/staffbenefits1.html#healthinsurance)
EEOC/AA/MFD
Review of applications will begin March 1, 2008, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information for at least three references to:
Jie Li (jli@jaguar1.usouthal.edu)
Biomedical Library, CBBL 324
University of South Alabama
307 University Blvd.
Mobile, AL 36688
Phone: (251) 460-6890
Fax: (251) 460-6958
University of South Alabama (home)
(2/6/2008)
HEAD OF ELECTRONIC RESOURCES/WEB DEVELOPMENT
The Charlotte Edwards Maguire Medical Library at Florida State University in Tallahassee Florida, is searching for the Head of Electronic Resources/Web Development. This is a non-tenure track faculty position. The successful candidate will be responsible for collection development, especially ensuring that high quality online materials and a wide array of electronic resources are readily available to virtual medical library users on a variety of platforms. He/she will provide leadership in the development, maintenance and support of the virtual medical library’s web site.
The Maguire Medical library was founded in 2001 and supports a growing, community-based medical school with regional campuses established in several cities throughout Florida. For information about the College, please see http://www.med.fsu.edu; about the library, see http://www.med.fsu.edu/library. This is truly a career opportunity as we continue to develop our virtual library with all of its challenges and rewards in the post-web environment. The medical librarians work with our faculty colleagues in developing a curriculum-based collection; with the directors of medical informatics and faculty development to bring the resources of the library to the desktop/laptop and classroom; and with students and faculty as we develop services and resources to meet their needs.
Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in library or information science (MLS or MSLS) from an ALA accredited program.
- Experience in developing complex websites and building database-backed dynamic websites.
- Demonstrated ability to select, license and manage electronic resources and information.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant library experience.
- Commitment to a user-centered approach to Web-based services, including Web interfaces that meet the needs of library users.
Desired qualifications:
- AHIP membership.
- Experience in an academic medical library.
Salary/Benefits:
Salary dependent on skills and experience; Excellent benefits package including TIAA/CREF.
How to apply: Please send letter of application, resume and the names of three references to:
Barbara Shearer, Director
Maguire Medical Library,
Florida State University College of Medicine,
1115 West Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32306-4300.
(Telephone: 850-644-8970. E-mail: Barbara.Shearer@med.fsu.edu)
In addition, apply at http://www.jobs.fsu.edu and refer to job opening ID # 25423.
Consideration of applications will begin June 1, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled.
(5/19/2008)
HEAD OF PUBLIC SERVICES
The Charlotte Edwards Maguire Medical Library at Florida State University in Tallahassee Florida is searching for a Head of Public Services. This is a non-tenure track faculty position. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and coordinating the full range of public services functions. A strong public service perspective, experience and enthusiasm for delivering services in a physical and virtual library both to campus-located and distant students and faculty, and an interest in developing new and innovative services are required.
The Maguire Medical library was founded in 2001 and supports a growing, community-based medical school with regional campuses established in several cities throughout Florida. For information about the College, please see http://www.med.fsu.edu; about the library, see http://www.med.fsu.edu/library. This is truly a career opportunity as we continue to develop our virtual library with all of its challenges and rewards in the post-web environment. The medical librarians work with our faculty colleagues in developing a curriculum-based collection; with the directors of medical informatics and faculty development to bring the resources of the library to the desktop/laptop and classroom; and with students and faculty as we develop services and resources to meet their needs.
Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in library or information science (MLS or MSLS) from an ALA accredited program.
- Working knowledge of both print and non-print library resources, including Internet resources and electronic journal, bibliographic and citation databases.
- Experience and working knowledge of a variety of productivity and bibliography management software applications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well with a variety of people within a team framework.
Preferred qualifications:
- AHIP membership.
- Three years of experience in an academic medical library.
Salary/Benefits:
Salary dependent on skills and experience; Excellent benefits package including TIAA/CREF
How to apply: How to apply: Please send letter of application, resume and the names of three references to:
Barbara Shearer, Director
Maguire Medical Library,
Florida State University College of Medicine,
1115 West Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32306-4300.
(Telephone: 850-644-8970. E-mail: Barbara.Shearer@med.fsu.edu)
In addition, apply at http://www.jobs.fsu.edu and refer to job opening ID # 25422.
Consideration of applications will begin June 1, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled.
(5/19/2008)
HEAD, KNOWLEDGE RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
(Revised)
Florida International University (FIU) College of Medicine invites applications for Head, Knowledge Resource Development in the Medical Library. This is the first medical school to open in a major metropolitan area in a quarter –century and the first public medical school in South Florida. This position is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the creation of a medical library to support the College.
Responsibilities: The Head, Knowledge Resource Development performs as a key member of the library team, functioning as assistant director in the director’s absence. Primary responsibilities involve building a digital resource collection, and devising and managing effective access points for distributed College of Medicine programs. This will be a non-tenure track faculty appointment in the COM..
Qualifications: Master’s in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program, experience in collection development, ability to catalog and link digital resources, willingness to explore new modalities for access, and solid interpersonal and communication skills. Preference for health science or related experience.
Salary range: $75,000-$80,000.
Benefits: Miami is vibrant, world class city with an endless variety of cultural, sports, and entertainment activities. FIU is a pre-eminent public research institution with numerous professional schools and colleges. Its location by the turnpike on Miami’s western border affords easy access from city and suburbs. The institution provides a broad choice of excellent benefits, including full retirement contribution. Florida citizens pay no state income tax.
Applications: Interested applicants must apply online at www.fiujobs.org, position #6004. Review of applications will begin in mid-April.. Candidates will continue to be considered until position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to: David W. Boilard, (305) 348-0643 or dboilard@fiu.edu
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer & Institution.
(3/24/2008)
REFERENCE, EDUCATION & OUTREACH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
The Louis Calder Memorial Library of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Jackson Health System is seeking an energetic, creative, outgoing, team-oriented Librarian, Assistant Professor for its Reference, Education & Outreach Services Department available February 1, 2008. Together with four other librarian faculty, this position provides reference, computer search and consultation services from remote locations, library offices or at the reference desk to medical center faculty, staff, students, patients and community-based individuals; participates in the provision of education services, such as teaching EBM in the undergraduate and graduate medical school curricula, instruction on a wide array of bibliographic databases and citation management programs, and creating print and virtual education support resources; participates in the development and implementation of outreach services, including health literary initiatives, to the medical center and community-based constituencies, including Latin America; and assists with the Library’s assessment and strategic planning initiatives.
Located in sub-tropical, metropolitan Miami, the University of Miami/Jackson Medical Center provides internationally renowned patient care services and research programs in ophthalmology, AIDS, diabetes, spinal cord injury, cancer, genomics, and other areas and has a regional campus in Boca Raton. The Louis Calder Memorial Library has 37 FTE faculty and staff, excellent electronic resources, a division of Biomedical Communications, and together with the University of Miami Library an ever expanding digitization program. The successful candidate will have an ALA-accredited Masters degree in library/information science, exceptional service orientation, able to work effectively as a team member or individually, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and previous library experience. Relevant experience in a health sciences library, formal coursework in the health and/or biological sciences, and fluency in Spanish are highly desirable. Salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience, with a benefits package including TIAA/CREF, health, dental, and long-term care insurance options. Interested individuals are invited to send applications, with a cover letter and three references to:
Gretel Rodriguez, Coordinator
Medical Library Administration
Louis Calder Memorial Library
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
P.O. Box 016950 (R-950)
Miami, FL 33101
or:
grodriguez4@med.miami.edu
EO/AA Employer
(2/6/2008)
LEADING A NEW HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY FOUNDING FACULTY FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA, ORLANDO COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Medical advances begin with those who are prepared to lead in a knowledge-based environment of shared learning and uncompromising inquiry. The University of Central Florida College of Medicine is committed to building the premier academic medical college in the nation. For our dedicated team of educators, it means the opportunity to profoundly affect the next generation of medical professionals and beyond. As the country’s sixth largest public institution of higher learning with nearly 49,000 students, the University of Central Florida offers extraordinary resources for our mission, combined with a solid foundation in technology and sciences. Founding the first allopathic medical school in the U.S. in over 20 years, we are inviting the best professionals to set the highest standards in research, education and patient care. Pending accreditation from the LCME, charter classes may begin as early as Fall of 2009.
DIRECTOR, HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY
We are currently seeking applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Health Sciences Library of the new UCF College of Medicine. The Health Sciences Library will support the College of
Medicine and its Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences, and various health professions that will be located at the UCF Health Sciences Campus at Lake Nona, approximately 20 miles south of the Orlando campus. The Health Sciences Library is being established as a unit wholly operated within the College of Medicine, while maintaining a strong cooperative relationship with the university’s larger library system.
The Health Sciences Library is approximately 14,000 square feet and will be located on the second floor of a new four story College of Medicine 170,000 square foot building at the UCF Health Sciences Campus at Lake Nona. The new state-of-the- art library will provide an environment in support of health care, education and research. The library will include small and medium group study areas, reading space, computer lab and training room, an information commons as well as compact shelving, periodicals, reference and special collections. Other spaces included are staff offices, support desks, copying and printing areas as well as a break room. Emphasis will be placed on virtual library services and resources. Collections will include a wide variety of print and electronic materials. The electronic collection will be enhanced through state and national consortium relationships. Students and faculty members will also be provided with access to the State
University Libraries’ shared catalog.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As Director, you will have overall authority and responsibility for the successful start-up, planning, direction, and operation of all administrative and service functions of the Health Sciences Library. The Director reports to the Associate Dean for Planning and Knowledge
Management in the College of Medicine and will maintain a close working relationship with the Director of UCF Libraries. Working with the
Director of Educational Support Services in the College of Medicine, you will have a leadership role in the college’s education technology and knowledge management activities. The college’s goal is to develop an integrated system to identify, create, represent, and distribute explicit and tacit knowledge for reuse, awareness, and learning across the campus that meets the needs of the users. You will play a central role in supporting the academic, research, and clinical enterprises of the UCF Health Sciences Campus at Lake Nona.
You will be responsible for fostering a team approach to managing the library; creating an environment that promotes growth, creativity and motivation among the staff; developing and applying technology tools for teaching, learning, assessment, and outreach; integrating library training programs into the health sciences curricula and clinical environment; directing fiscal and human resource administration of the library; providing for the strategic use of knowledge resources; developing partnerships that produce sources of external funding (grants, endowments, naming opportunities, gifts); building cooperative relationships with the faculty, College of Medicine administration, biomedical researchers, University Libraries, university, and the off-campus health sciences community; and participating in local, state, regional, and national professional associations.
STAFF
Initial staffing is budgeted for nine full-time positions including five librarians and four support staff, with a projected total staffing of 16 FTE by 2012. Three or four of the initial nine positions will be direct reports. You will be a key participant in the final determination of staffing requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for this exceptional opportunity, you must have a Master in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program, and at least seven years experience in an academic health sciences or medical library, three years of which is at a supervisory level. Your application will be stronger if you have substantial experience in progressively more responsible positions in health sciences or medical libraries; demonstrated leadership in effecting change in a challenging and complex information and knowledge-rich environment; a management style that is inclusive and collaborative and that empowers others to excel; current knowledge and understanding of the changing roles and technologies of academic health sciences, research, and clinical libraries and ability to guide their evolution; experience in budgeting, collection development, and reference/instructional services; successful experience in identifying, writing, and securing funding or grant opportunities; knowledge of current trends in medical education; knowledge of collections and technical services; experience with strategic planning; demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse employee and user community and to work within a collegial environment; strong analytical and decision-making skills; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of on- and off-campus constituencies; ability to network effectively with professional colleagues and work in consortia; and documented accomplishments in research, scholarship, service, and outreach.
You will be a full-time, non-tenure track faculty member. We offer competitive compensation (minimum salary $110,000) and excellent benefits including generous health insurance benefits, employer-funded retirement options, 22 paid annual days, 13 sick days, nine holidays and, no state income tax.
For immediate consideration, please forward your curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for five references via email to Allen Abramson at aabramso@mail.ucf.edu. Your cover letter should address your specific competencies related to required and preferred qualifications. If you are a finalist, you will be asked to make a presentation in a group setting on a topic selected by the university.
You are requested to voluntarily complete the Applicant Data Survey at:
http://www.hr.ucf.edu/web/forms/employment/Surv_hr.pdf.
Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the positions are filled. UCF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Search materials are available for public review as provided by Florida statute.
Cynthia Kisby, MLS
Head, Regional Campus Libraries
University of Central Florida Libraries
P. O. Box 162666
Orlando, FL 32816-2666
(407) 823-2890 (407) 823-2529 FAX
(2/6/2008)
BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH LIBRARIAN
The Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library of Emory University seeks a knowledgeable, energetic, motivated and service-oriented individual to deliver innovative research and instructional services and to develop print and electronic collections in the areas of cell biology, biochemistry, and human genetics. The librarian in this position will join a creative, enthusiastic, and user-oriented Reference and Instructional Services Department. The Biomedical Research Librarian will work closely with faculty, students and administrators to support research initiatives, academic endeavors, and grant activities in biomedical fields. The main focus will be to establish a strong service liaison with basic sciences departments to gauge their information needs and to promote library resources and services.
Qualified applicants are required to have an ALA-accredited MLS and documented post-graduate experience in the biological sciences, or a Masters or PhD degree in the biological sciences and prior library experience. Excellent presentation, instruction, and communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively both collaboratively and individually are required.
Salary: Starting at $42,000 depending on education and experience. Paid holidays, 24 vacation days and excellent fringe benefits, including TIAA/CREF eligible.
For a full job description and application information visit: http://www.healthlibrary.emory.edu/jobs
(3/17/2008)
CLINICAL PHARMACY LIBRARIAN
(Assistant or Associate Librarian)
The Monroe F. Swilley, Jr. Library Mercer University/Atlanta seeks a Clinical Pharmacy Librarian (Assistant or Associate Librarian level) to develop and deliver sophisticated information services and resources to faculty and students of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Reports to the Associate Director for Public Services Focuses on evidence-based practice tools for the College of Pharmacy and Physician Assistant curriculum and the information needs of the faculty in a fast-paced academic health sciences environment.
This is a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure track appointment with faculty status and academic rank.
Application information (including complete position description) can be found at www.Mercerjobs.com. If this sounds interesting and challenging, we want to hear from you!
Judith Brook
Associate Dean of University Libraries
Monroe F. Swilley, Jr. Library
Mercer University
(2/6/2008)
LIBRARIAN, COLLECTION
SERVICES
Woodruff Health Sciences
Center Library
Emory
University, Atlanta, GA
The
Woodruff Health Sciences
Center Library Emory University
seeks a dynamic, service
oriented information
professional to participate
in the selection, acquisition
and management of health
sciences materials in
a variety of formats.
This position works closely
with subject specialists
to review, analyze, and
develop library collections,
taking a lead role in
conducting and evaluating
trials on new electronic
resources. Incumbent works
collaboratively with staff
from other Emory libraries
in managing electronic
resources and implementing
an electronic resource
management system. Position
provides an excellent
opportunity to develop
expertise in electronic
resources management. This
position will report to
the Head of Collection
Services. Full description www.healthlibrary.emory.edu/jobs
Salary and benefits:
Minimum
$42,000 with 24 days vacation
and excellent fringe benefits,
including TIAA/CREF as eligible.
Application:
Send
letter of application,
curriculum vitae, and
the names and contact
information of three references
to: Bonita Bryan,
Head Collection Services,
Woodruff Health Sciences
Center Library, Emory
University, 1462 Clifton
Road, NE, Atlanta, GA
30322, or libbrb@emory.edu . Emory
University is an equal
Opportunity/Affirmation
Action Employer.
(2/6/2008)

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Assistant or associate professor
to serve as a senior member of
the library’s leadership
and management team, Rowland
Medical Library, University of
Mississippi Medical Center. Responsibilities
include assisting the director
in the fiscal and organizational
management of the library, strategic
planning, establishing goals
and objectives, policy determination
and interpretation, establishing
and evaluating programs and managing
library personnel. In collaboration
with the director, the associate
director manages the procurement
and integration of information
technology systems, prepares
statistical and annual reports,
administers special projects,
and represents the library on
medical center committees. Indirectly
supervises several division heads. This
is a tenure-track position that
reports to the director.
Qualifications:
ALA-accredited
Master’s degree in library/information
science and 8-10 years experience
with increasing levels of responsibility
and supervision of professional
and paraprofessional staff with
at least 5 years in a health
sciences library. Preferred
qualifications include membership
in the Academy of Health Information
Professionals, experience with
technical services operations,
integrated library systems management,
Web development and design, strong
computer skills, and grant writing
experience. Priority consideration
will be given to candidates with
knowledge or experience with
the biomedical literature and
collection development, academic
medical center operations, excellent
oral and written communications
and interpersonal skills, leadership
and organizational skills and
a background of professional
service, publication, and continuing
education. Salary and
faculty rank will be determined
by the qualifications and experience
from a minimum of $60,000.
The Rowland Medical Library
serves the schools of medicine,
dentistry, nursing, health related
professions and graduate studies
in health sciences as well as
the University Hospitals and
Clinics and other affiliated
health care and research programs.
Send letter
of application, curriculum vita,
names, addresses, telephone numbers
of three references to:
Ada
M. Seltzer, Professor and Chair,
Academic Information Services and
Director,
Rowland Medical Library,
University of Mississippi Medical
Center,
2500 N. State St.
Jackson,
MS 39216-4505.
Applications
will be accepted until the position
is filled. EOE m/f/d/v.
(2/6/2008)
HEAD, ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
Assistant or associate
professor to organize and manage
the recently established Division
of Archives and History, Rowland
Medical Library, University of
Mississippi Medical Center. Responsibilities
include development, planning
and supervision of the division’s
operations; identification, acquisitions,
processing, cataloging, digitization
and preservation of rare, special
collections, institutional archival
materials, books, manuscripts
and other materials in all formats;
creation and maintenance of a
computer bibliographic database
for the Horizon integrated library
system using MARC and EAD records;
organization and management of
specialized reference, research
and outreach services; establishment
of a donor program; preparation
of exhibits, training division
staff; formulation and implementation
of division policies; leadership
in coordinating medical center
archives policy; and coordination
of photographic, reproduction
and digitization services. Supervise
one full time library technician
position. This is a tenure-track
position that reports to the
library director.
Qualifications:
ALA-accredited
MLS or equivalent Masters degree
in a relevant field and six to
eight years library/archives
experience of which three must
be in the area of archival, special
collections, manuscript or records
management in a corporate or
institutional setting; formal
archival training; supervisory
experience. Additional
advanced degree and membership
in the Academy of Health Information
Professionals or the Academy
of Certified Archivists preferred. Priority
consideration will be given to
applicants with demonstrated
success in archives organizational
records administration, application
of standards in archival management
systems, knowledge of the history
of the health sciences and its
related sources, archival digitization,
preservation and processing,
training in rare book librarianship,
donor relations, instructional
activities in the use of primary
source materials, as well as
skills in excellent oral/written
communications, good interpersonal
relations and a commitment to
preserving the medical center’s
heritage. Salary and faculty
rank will be determined based
on qualifications and experience
from a minimum of $54,000.
The Rowland Medical Library
serves the schools of medicine,
dentistry, nursing, health related
professions and graduate studies
in the health sciences as well
as the University Hospitals and
Clinics and other affiliated
health care and research programs. The
archives contain limited sources
of unprocessed institutional
records, manuscript collections,
photographic materials and health
sciences historical monographs.
Send letter of application,
curriculum vita, names, addresses,
telephone numbers of three references
to:
Ada M.
Seltzer, Professor
and Chair, Academic Information
Services and Director,
Rowland
Medical Library,
University of
Mississippi Medical Center,
2500
N. State St.,
Jackson, MS 39216-4505.
Applications
will be accepted until the position
is filled. EOE m/f/d/v.
(2/6/2008)

REFERENCE SERVICES LIBRARIAN
University of Tennessee Health Sciences Library
Search has been extended.
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis is seeking a
Reference Services Librarian to provide timely and accurate reference
services, including database and Internet searching, campus outreach, and
bibliographic instruction and to organize materials in the Health Sciences
Historical Collection. Academic expression for this position is achieved
through contributions to teaching, publication, research, and service to the
profession of health sciences librarianship and information science.
Required qualifications include a masterıs degree in library or information
science from an ALA-accredited school. At least one yearıs experience in a
academic library setting; reference experience; knowledge of current issues
and trends in reference services, especially those involving academic
libraries. Salary; $45,000 plus a full benefits package, including 24
vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including
TIAA-CREF; and relocation assistance. Visit http://library.utmem.edu/jobs
for more information.
Application information: Send a letter of application,
curriculum vitae, and the name, address, and phone number of three
professional references to
Richard Nollan, MLS, MA,
Associate Professor and
Reference and Outreach Coordinator,
University of Tennessee Health Sciences
Library,
877 Madison Ave.,
Memphis, TN, 38163.
The position is open until
filled. The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is an EEO/AA/Title
VI/ TitleIX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer
(posted: 3/1/2008)
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES
Southern College of Optometry seeks a knowledgeable, creative professional to provide leadership and enhance SCO Library services to our 500+ students, faculty, staff, and other SCO Library customers. The position reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and requires a Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program and five years of related experience or an equivalent combination, preferably within higher education.
The Director’s responsibilities include management of the department budget, library staff and student workers, and daily oversight for library services. In addition, the Director is responsible for online vendor relationships, journal acquisition strategies, and working to increase online delivery of digital media.
The successful candidate will have a strong customer service orientation, ability to manage and motivate staff including student workers and a commitment to utilizing the latest technologies in library science. Excellent organizational ability, interpersonal communication skills, and technology knowledge are required. Knowledge of and experience with indexing medical journals is desired.
SCO provides excellent benefits including sixteen paid holidays in addition to personal vacation time, medical, vision, life, disability, and outstanding employer contribution to retirement. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. EOE
Please respond to HRD@SCO.edu. Place the job title in the subject line.
Southern College of Optometry
1245 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN 38104-2222
(2/6/2008)
SERIALS/ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
Preston Medical Library
University of Tennessee
Graduate School of Medicine,
Knoxville, TN.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for all aspects of serials and electronic resources collection development and management. Responsible for library web site content and support for library technology related to e-resources access and interlibrary loan. Responsible for evaluating, purchasing, licensing, and facilitating access to electronic resources and for budget processes related to e-resources. This position also provides reference services.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA Accredited school is required.
Three to five years progressively responsible experience in a library performing similar duties, attention to detail and a high level of technical skills as well as the ability to collaborate and work as a team. Experience with administering an electronic resource management system and with e-resource reporting and statistics. Knowledge of trends in electronic resources and experience with working with publishers and vendors of electronic resources. Knowledge of and experience with licensing and consortial and shared electronic resource agreements. Excellent customer service focus is required. Ability to set priorities and to multi-task, strong oral and written communication skills.
Other Preferred Qualifications:
Member, Association of Health Information Professionals.
Familiarity with medical terminology and with medical and scientific literature databases Expertise with library computer programs and the ability to install and configure software to support the use of OCLC, DOCLINE, QUICKDOC, Ariel.
Setting:
Preston Medical Library serves the University of Tennessee, Graduate School of Medicine and the UT Medical Center in a large academic medical center setting. Knoxville is both the oldest and the third-largest city in the state of Tennessee. Nestled at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains along the Tennessee River, it is within a day's drive of many major metropolitan areas. Knoxville is best known as the home of the University of Tennessee and as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains. It is also the home of the “Big Orange Football”. For more information http://gsm.utmck.edu/about/knoxville2.htm
Faculty Appointment:
This is a 12-month, full-time, nontenure-track faculty appointment. Faculty rank and salary commensurate with experience.
University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.
To apply please submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and name, address, and phone number of three references to: Sandy Oelschlegel,
Director, Preston Medical Library,
Graduate School of Medicine
1924 Alcoa Highway
Knoxville, TN 37920
soelschl@mc.utmck.edu.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of post-offer drug-alcohol and TB screenings.
(2/6/2008)
ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN, is seeking an Acquisitions Librarian to managing the library's databases and print and electronic books. The incumbent is expected to play a leadership role in determining acquisition workflow processes and administering the library's collection budget of over $1.6 million. This is a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, supervising 1 FTE paraprofessional.
Required qualifications include a master's degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited library school; experience in the acquisitions and/or collection development of science, technology,and medicine (STM) resources; and experience managing electronic resources.
The salary is $45,000, plus a full benefits package, including 24 vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; and relocation assistance.
Visit http://library.utmem.edu/jobs for more information. The position is open until filled. The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is an EEO/AA/Title VI/TitleIX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.
(2/6/2008)
SERIALS LIBRARIAN
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Serials Librarian to manage the library's growing collection of over 2,500 print and electronic journals. The incumbent sets policy for selecting journals and works to increase the accessibility of the collection through migration to online format. This is a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, supervising 1 FTE paraprofessional.
Required qualifications include a master's degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited library school; experience managing electronic journals; and knowledge of the latest trends in electronic and print serials.
The salary is $45,000, plus a full benefits package, including 24 vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; and relocation assistance.
Visit http://library.utmem.edu/jobs for more information. The position is open until filled.
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is an EEO/AA/Title VI/TitleIX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.
(2/6/2008)
LIBRARY INTERN
The Eskind Biomedical
Library seeks recent MLIS graduates
or librarians with 2-5 years
experience to join the EBL
team as Library Interns. Candidates
must have strong communication,
analytical, and project management
skills and look forward to
a challenging, fast-paced experiential
learning opportunity. Candidates
with a science background or
dual master’s degrees
in a relevant area (MPH, MBA,
informatics, etc.) preferred.
Description and Requirements
The Eskind Biomedical Library
at Vanderbilt University Medical
Center (VUMC) offers a one-year
Library Intern appointment
with the possibility for extension
as a second-year Library Fellow.
This position is designed to
provide training in a dynamic
health care environment through
experiential, project-based
learning. In addition to working
with essential library products
and services, interns experience
a variety of exciting responsibilities
such as filtered and evidence-based
information services to VUMC
clinicians; working with researchers;
participating in projects to
integrate filtered information
provision into informatics
tools; developing library research
projects and scholarly communications;
enhancing knowledge management
tools; participating in and
developing user and staff training
sessions; and using their skills
to assist fellow library staff
and users.
The training approach
is a mixture of life-long learning
and project-based management.
Library interns will be actively
involved in various program
areas or projects in order
to develop or enhance skills
such as leadership, setting
priorities, planning, time
management and allocating resources.
Along with the extensive experiential
training, the intern is expected
to complete the library's comprehensive
staff training program and
may potentially audit classes
in the Vanderbilt Schools of
Medicine and Nursing and attend
biomedical informatics seminars.
In addition, interns are expected
to demonstrate knowledge gained
through the training program
in training and filtering skills
verification sessions. This
intern position offers unique
exposure to all facets of an
innovative and internationally-recognized
academic medical center library.
The program is designed for
recent MLS graduates who want
the opportunity to participate
in a dynamic library environment
as well as for librarians with
2-5 years of experience who
wish to enhance their skills.
Desired Qualifications
The
successful candidate will have
strong organizational, analytical,
and critical thinking skills,
a high level of self-direction
and motivation, demonstrated
attention to detail, excellent
communication and customer
service skills. Interns should
have a demonstrated interest
in lifelong learning and in
contributing to the profession
through research projects and
scholarly communications. Interns
should be able to prioritize
and work both independently
and as part of a team. Candidates
should possess a vision for
the future of libraries/information
services and be excited about
working in a fast paced, highly
demanding and dynamic environment.
Candidates should also have
a genuine interest in working
in a non-traditional health
sciences library and demonstrated
interest in the biomedical
sciences. Candidates with dual
master’s degrees, particularly
in the areas of public health,
informatics, or business, are
especially encouraged to apply.
Salary and Benefits
The minimum salary for the
position is $37,000; the salary
is commensurate with experience.
Up to $2,000 in moving expenses
will be provided. Following
successful completion of key
training modules and their
corresponding verification
sessions, the Library Intern
may be eligible to continue
into a Library Fellow position.
Other benefits are those of
exempt staff at Vanderbilt,
including 15 vacation days,
12 sick days, and 9 paid holidays.
More information about benefits
is available at the Vanderbilt
Human Resources Web site.
To Apply
For
more information see <www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/biolib/jobs/intern_04_07.html>.
Resumes and cover letters
must be submitted via the Vanderbilt
Human Resources site at <https://secure.recruitingcenter.net/clients/vanderbilt/publicjobs/canviewjobs.cfm>.
(job requisition number RMB56172)
(2/6/2008)
MEDICAL
LIBRARIAN
Lincoln Memorial University
invites applicants for the position
of Medical Librarian for the
DeBusk College of Osteopathic
Medicine (DCOM). The Medical
Librarian shall be responsible
for providing reference assistance,
subject support specialty in
collection development, bibliographic
instruction and circulation support
to the DCOM faculty, staff, and
students, including on-campus
and extended clinical sites.
A Masters Degree in Library
Science from an ALA-accredited
Program is required; AHIP Preferred;
must be willing to travel; able
to work weekends and evenings;
able to work creatively and cooperatively
in a team environment to enhance
library programs and services;
able to work effectively with
students, faculty, and staff;
possess excellent communication
and organization skills; and
able to teach and present a variety
of library and information science
topics. Review of applications
will begin immediately.
Applicants
should submit a letter of interest
addressing qualifications for
the position, a resume and references
to
Mrs. Libby Whitaker, Director
of Human Resources,
Lincoln Memorial
University ,
6965 Cumberland
Gap Parkway ,
Harrogate , TN
37752 .
Electronic submissions
are encouraged, email libbywhitaker@lmunet.edu .
LMU's hiring policies are in
accordance with EEO regulations
and policies. LMU is committed
to diversity and is an equal
opportunity employer. Women
and minorities are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Kate Reagan
Director
of Marketing & Public
Relations
Lincoln Memorial University
Cumberland
Gap Parkway
Harrogate , Tennessee
37752
423-869-6389
(2/6/2008)
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