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WHSC Library – Clinical Informationist for Graduate Medical Education position

Emory University’s Woodruff Health Sciences Library invites creative, collaborative and innovative professionals to apply for our Clinical Informationist for Graduate Medical Education position.

Position Summary

The Clinical Informationist works with a user-oriented, embedded team of Clinical Informationists to develop and deliver innovative clinical services and collections to School of Medicine faculty, graduate medical trainees, and medical students, attending physicians and staff. The individual supports branch libraries in teaching hospitals.

The Clinical Informationist provides a range of services within the Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library’s clinical informationist model, including developing services to support graduate medical education activities, providing real-time reference in locating information, and consulting on clinical research projects, such as collection management, instruction, and assessment.

Interested candidates should review the application requirements and apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/129750

Review of applications will begin the week of September 11, 2023. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applications and nominations from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans.

Employment Opportunity: Public Health Informationist Position available at the WHSC Library, Emory University

The Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library has an open position for a Public Health Informationist. Please see below

  • Location:  Emory University campus in Atlanta, GA:  Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library
  • Salary:    Commensurate with qualifications and experience
  • Position Availability:  Immediately
  • Position Requirements (full requirements on the document link below):
        • ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science OR equivalent education and relevant library experience.
        • Subject expertise in health sciences and evidence of skills and knowledge of librarianship.
        • Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience
  • Position Summary:Reporting to the Head of Information Services, the Public Health Informationist builds partnerships with individual faculty, departments, and the School of Public Health in order to optimize the use of information for research, education, and learning processes. The informationist identifies information needs of students, faculty, and staff in the School of Public Health. In response to these needs, the informationist 1) delivers reference, research and consultation services, 2) delivers instruction, 3) collaborates to create information products, digital tools, and services to enable users to locate, organize, and use information, and 4) identifies and recommends information resources for the library collection. In support of the greater user community of the library, the Public Health Informationist participates in the reference service by responding to requests from the Information Desk, the online reference service and direct inquiries. This position will also work closely with other informationists, librarians, and units to understand and integrate research and curricular needs with the Libraries’ collections and services.  Emory Libraries requires that our employees recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential core values to achieving our mission to enrich the quality of life in an inclusive work environment through competency training, reassurance of personal growth, restorative communication practices, and embrace our diverse identities of patrons within the Emory community.

Review of applications will begin the week of September 26, 2022 and  “will continue until position is successfully filled. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applications and nominations from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans.”

See the full job description and requirements here.

Candidates interested for the position should review the applications requirements and apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/111946.    

 

Job Posting: Information Desk Associate (part-time) at Emory Health Sciences Center Library

Information Desk Associate (part-time, 20 hours per week including evenings and weekends)

Reporting to the Head of Information Services, the Information Desk Associate provides basic reference assistance at the library information desk or service point. The Information Desk Associate uses specialized knowledge to respond to requests about the library’s print and electronic resources, direct users to appropriate subject databases and provide basic instruction in their use. Assists in identifying or verifying citations and assists users with bibliographic management software. Performs circulation transactions and registration of users. Assists with computer workstations and troubleshoots and reports hardware or software problems. Monitors the physical environment and may manage library safety procedures. Compiles statistics for all transactions. Interprets library polices and exercises judgment in resolving user problems. Performs related duties as assigned.

Performs a variety of complex library services and operations requiring a specialized knowledge. May process, verify and change bibliographic information online. Handles requests for borrowing and lending library materials. Performs bibliographic management activities such as searches, checking the series and name authority files, and reviewing cataloging records. Provides research assistance and answers complex research requests. Interprets library policies, handles specialized materials and instructs users in the use of internal and external information resources. Creates permanent machine-readable bibliographic and authority records. Sets-up, operates and maintains audio-visual and television equipment. Searches databases to determine the availability of materials, oversees receipt/check-in of materials, and organizes/prepares materials for binding. May hire, train, supervise and evaluate student or general staff. May monitor and direct workflow in assigned areas. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Two years related experience.

Job Postings: Clinical Informationist (2 openings) at Emory Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library (Atlanta, GA)

Emory University’s Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library has two openings for Clinical Informationists!

The Clinical Informationist (CI) works with a user-oriented, embedded team of Clinical Informationists to develop and deliver innovative clinical and nursing programs, services, and collections to School of Medicine faculty and graduate medical trainees, Emory Healthcare (EHC) attending physicians and staff, and clinical staff at various clinical teaching sites.

CIs provide a range of services in the Woodruff Health Sciences Center (WHSC) Library’s clinical informationist model, including development of information products and services to support clinical and educational activities, on-demand assistance in locating information, collaboration and consultation on clinical research projects, such as healthcare quality improvement initiatives, collection management, instruction, and assessment.

Come join a dedicated and energetic team serving an ever-growing community of faculty, staff, students in the Woodruff Health Sciences Center, as well as Emory Healthcare.

The job summary is posted on Emory Libraries website; the full description is available as PDF.

Feel free to reach out to Hannah Rutledge ([email protected]), Head of CI Services, if you have any questions.

Job Posting: Associate Director, Education and Engagement at PCOM (Suwanee, GA)

Associate Director, Education and Engagement (007281)
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Suwanee Georgia Campus

Job Number: 007281
Job Title: Associate Director, Education and Engagement
Number of Openings: 1
Job Type (Employment Type): Direct Hire
Country: United States
State/Province: Georgia
City: Suwanee
Job Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Education/Training – Librarian
Career Level: Senior Manager or Director
Level of Education: Masters Degree
Years of Experience: 5

SUMMARY:
The Associate Director, Education and Engagement serves on the senior leadership team and is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the full range of research and learning services offered by the PCOM Library. The Associate Director will lead a collaborative team across campuses to develop high-quality, innovative, and user-oriented services by maintaining dynamic service oriented programs in instruction, liaison services, student engagement, and outreach.

The Associate Director manages and delivers day-to-day library services and supervises, maintains, and enhances policies and procedures for the PCOM Library. This position reports to the Chief of Library Services and serves as an active advocate for the missions and goals of PCOM by fostering effective communication and relationships with faculty, students and administrators in all departments. Participate in the space planning and management of the new PCOM South Georgia library.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Leadership and Management
-Serves as an active advocate for the missions of PCOM by fostering effective communication and relationships with faculty, students, and administrators in all departments/programs.
-Works with senior leadership to ensure that accreditation requirements are met. Writes reports and prepares documentation for program accreditation and site visits.
-Responsible for strategic planning and innovation for the Library liaisons and Instruction, community engagement, and research in coordination with the Chief Library Services Officer.
-Directs the day-to-day activities of the PCOM Georgia Library, including systems, electronic resources, education, research, and issuing of books/materials.
-Oversees the physical environment of the Library, including participating in space planning.
-Develops the collection of library resources by acquiring, changing, and removing resources in all formats in consultation with college faculty and administration.
-Develops, implements, reviews, and updates Library policies and procedures.
-Recruits and mentors an agile, forward thinking, diverse and inclusive staff and creates opportunities for their growth and professional development.
-In cooperation with Chief Library Services Officer, maintains relationships with vendors and other external entities, such as consortia, alliances, and professional organizations.
-Assists the Chief Library Services Officer with vendor license negotiations and pricing of resources, when needed.
-Keeps the Chief Library Services Officer apprised of unit activities and metrics through monthly meetings.
-Participates on teams and committees, as appropriate.
-Performs other library-related duties or projects as assigned by the Chief Library Services Officer.

Budget
-Works closely with the Chief Library Services Officer to develop, administer, and direct the operating budget for the PCOM Georgia Library ensuring alignment with the mission of the Library.
-Monitors and approves allocated financial purchases in Banner (and related financial instruments) in concert with fiscal budget.
-In coordination with Chief Library Services Officer, prepares upcoming fiscal year budget plans.
-In coordination with Chief Library Services Officer, participates in monthly analysis of operating budget and reconciles monthly and year-end differences.

Academics
-Leads the development and integration of librarian participation, including the liaison program, in research and the curricula of the academic programs.
-Ensures successful delivery and evaluation of innovative programs, services, and resources, both online and in-person.
-Interacts with academic departments/programs to advance curricular and pedagogical goals.
-Empowers students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, and knowledgeable researchers.
-Ensures the acquisition and delivery of scholarly information resources meeting the needs of students, faculty, and staff.
-Teaches for and participates in the development of existing and new programs.

User Services and Engagement
-Oversees all aspects of library outreach activities including seminars, workshops, resource trainings, and focus groups.
-Leads, evaluates, and improves the content, design, and organization of the Library’s online presence.
-Manages library communications and marketing campaigns.
-Performs observational studies to better understand how patrons use library spaces and services.
-Creates innovative services and introduces new technologies to enhance user services that enhance the library’s functionality and usability.
-Oversees the Library’s advisory boards and responds to students’ and faculty’s suggestions.
-Identifies and evaluates all the ways users interact with the library and create an approach to the full spectrum of library experiences including those involving staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-ALA accredited Master’s degree in library and information science
-Minimum five years related experience in an academic health sciences library
-Minimum five years related experience teaching and training in the health sciences
-Knowledge of the medical and health sciences literature across a broad spectrum
-Knowledge of library operations including reference, instruction, and technology
-Knowledge of healthcare, research, and the medical education process
-Record of participation in professional activities at the regional and national level
-Record of research, publication, and grant writing
-Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm which encourage teamwork, collaboration, and relationship building
-Proven ability to inspire, build trust, lead organizational change, foster innovation, and empower staff growth
-Experience working for a multi-campus institution

Application Instructions

All inquiries MUST include:
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Salary requirements
• Three (3) references, preferably from current or former supervisors

Additional Information:
Must pass a background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For official job descriptions, visit www.pcom.edu

Disclaimer:
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of Human Resources. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.