Job Posting for Research Services Librarian at New York Medical College
Overview
The Research Services Librarian’s core function is engagement with New York Medical College (NYMC) researchers and research teams to deliver relevant information services, instruction, and solutions in the pursuit of knowledge creation. Reporting to the Associate Director, USER Services, responsibilities include but are not limited to: partnering with student, faculty, and resident researchers, expert searching, participation on systematic review teams, reference services, technical support, web content delivery, data visualization and data management support, instruction and outreach, special projects, and assigned liaison responsibilities with academic departments. The incumbent is expected to participate in varied aspects of the library’s operations through work on committees.
Responsibilities
Provides leadership in the design and delivery of research services
Recommends appropriate use of new and emerging technologies and initiatives
Teaches instructional workshops, classes, orientations and one-on-one consultations related to the position and the use of library resources, data visualization and management, the research process, and the library and its services
Develops high-quality teaching materials for classes and online instruction
Guides users in discovering, using, and evaluating resources
Works as a member of the reference team
Acts as liaison to multiple academic departments
Performs searches for users and promotes the library’s role in systematic review teams
Actively seeks innovative solutions to complex problems
Creates web pages (LibGuides) related to research, library services and resources
Utilizes appropriate communication tools and social media to deliver messages and information to users
Participates in ongoing learning and professional development relevant to position responsibilities and delivery of services and programs
Exhibits continuous improvement of subject knowledge, resources, and technology
Qualifications
Education requirement:
Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school
Prior experience:
Preferred: Educational or experiential background in the pre-clinical or health sciences
Technical/computer skills:
Knowledge of and experience in research, using reference resources, Internet resources, and other electronic products
Strong computer skills, LibApps, bibliographic management software such as EndNote, MS Office software, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Preferred: Reference and instructional experience in a health sciences library, preferably academic
Preferred: Fluency in the use of biostatistics and statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, R, GraphPad Prism; research software such as NVivo, and/or willingness to develop these skills in support of the curriculum
Preferred: Proficiency in data visualization and/or a strong desire to develop these skills.
Other skills/requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, a public services orientation, demonstrated written and spoken communication skills, question negotiation skills, and ability to work in a team environment
Ability to initiate and manage projects effectively, with attention to detail
Desire and ability to continuously improve skills and knowledge level
Demonstrated ability to make innovative use of technology in library services and communications
Preferred: Knowledge of sources of health sciences information, evidence-based practice, and critical appraisal of resources
Minimum Salary
USD $50,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $60,000.00/Yr.
Salary.com Estimation for Research Services Librarian in Valhalla, NY
$109,625 to $146,563
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