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Health Sciences Liaison and Reference Librarian, Librarian I, LIB 282 / Michigan State University Libraries
Description: Reports to the Health Sciences Collection Coordinator. Serves as primary liaison to specific health sciences programs, possibly including Public Health, Communicative Sciences and Disorders, and/or Osteopathic Medicine. Also participates in specialized reference, searching and library instruction services in the health sciences. Serves as the lead on the Health Sciences Team in supporting distance health programs and creating online instruction materials. With a secondary assignment in Main Library Reference, participates in a full range of general reference and instructional activities, including desk, chat and electronic reference services that include evening and weekend hours. Provides instruction in the use of relevant print and electronic reference tools. Contributes to technology-based initiatives and projects. Librarians participate in professional development and scholarly activities and serve on library and university committees as elected or assigned. Other appropriate duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program; course work or background in electronic reference tools; aptitude with technology; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, students, and staff; ability to be flexible in a dynamic and changing environment; preparation and commitment to conduct independent scholarship consistent with a librarian appointment; commitment to engage independently in continuing professional development. Desired: strong interest in providing health science-related liaison, reference and instructional services; candidates with additional background such as health sciences education or internship or experience in a health sciences library are strongly encouraged to apply.
Campus and Libraries: Michigan State University Libraries serve more than 4,500 faculty, 34,000 undergraduates and 9,000 graduate and professional students on a park-like campus of over 5,000 acres. MSU has four health colleges: Human Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Nursing, and Veterinary Medicine. The Main Library and 6 branch libraries have combined holdings of over 4.8 million volumes. East Lansing is a community of approximately 50,000 located adjacent to Lansing, the state capital.
Compensation: $46,000 minimum. MSU provides generous fringe benefits.
Closing Date: Applications received prior to May 23, 2008, will receive priority consideration. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Applications: Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and e-mail addresses of three references to:
Apply by U.S. mail:
Colleen Hyslop
Michigan State University Libraries,
100 Library Department - Human Resources
East Lansing, MI 48824-1048
Apply by fax:
(517) 432-7398, attention Diane.
Apply by email:
mayers@mail.lib.msu.edu
Please include the position number from the top of the posting when applying.
For more information about Michigan State University Libraries, visit our website at: http://www2.lib.msu.edu/
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
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Library Technician / Beaumont Hospitals
As part of the Beaumont Hospitals Library Department, this position would manage the day to day operations of the hospital's Grosse Pointe campus library. Provide customer service to the Medical Staff and hospital employees for library services such as article retrieval, basic reference and processing of library materials. Interact in a respectful manner and be considerate of age, physical ability, cultural and educational background, as well as emotional status of the Library customers. Reports to the Director of the Library Information Services Department.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate Degree in Library Science or equivalent field or at least 1-3 years experience in a library setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong Computer skills are essential. Proven knowledge of Medline, Docline and the Internet. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of medical terminology. Must be able to shelve heavy books.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Apply online at www.beaumonthospitals.com by March 10,2008.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary is commensurate with experience, from $29,000. Beaumont Hospitals offer an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, life, vision plan and a combined time off program.
EXPIRATION DATE: 03/18/08
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Outreach Librarian / University of Michigan Health Sciences Libraries
The Health Sciences Libraries at the University of Michigan invite applications for the position of Outreach Librarian. This position provides an exciting opportunity for a creative, service-oriented information professional to join the staff of an innovative library system. The Outreach Librarian will cultivate partnerships between the libraries and the health sciences communities at the University of Michigan and will work closely with community organizations in providing outreach services to support the missions of the university and benefit the local community, state, and region.
The primary responsibilities of the Outreach Librarian will include: working closely with liaison librarians to identify, contribute to, and participate in local health-related events sponsored by the departments and schools at the University of Michigan and UM Health System; identifying appropriate local initiatives and coordinating HSL participation; building relationships and fostering partnerships with community organizations to provide effective health information education programs for diverse local user populations; exhibiting and/or presenting at meetings of health professionals in Michigan to promote health information resources and services; working with others in the HSL to identify funding opportunities and write proposals for support; and coordinating proposal submissions, administering funded projects, conducting evaluations, and reporting results. The Outreach Librarian also is the outreach contact for the Greater Midwest Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine and reports outreach activities to the region. Additionally, the Outreach Librarian provides general information services, participates in library and university committees, and contributes to the profession through activities in library, education, and health associations and publications.
The Health Sciences Libraries serve more than 21,000 users in the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, and Dentistry in addition to the University of Michigan Health System and contain more than 545,000 print volumes and 6,000 serials (http://www.lib.umich.edu/hsl/). As part of the University Library system, the Health Sciences Libraries offer access to a rapidly expanding collection of more than 20,000 electronic journals and databases and are part of a vigorous and ambitious digital library program. The Health Sciences libraries are integral partners in the development and provision of innovative and effective information services vital to the University’s education, research, and patient care initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited library program and two years experience working with the public or an equivalent combination of relevant degree and experience; knowledge of consumer health information resources; demonstrable organizational and project management skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment; positive and proactive approach to projects and problem solving; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills appropriate to a diverse, multicultural environment.
Desired: Community-based outreach experience; demonstrated success in securing grant funding and administering funded projects; understanding of and interest in social networking technologies for building online communities; demonstrated creativity in designing promotional materials; experience or coursework in health sciences librarianship.
Rank, Salary, & Leave: Final rank and salary dependent on experience and qualifications; position is anticipated to be filled at Assistant or Associate Librarian level. Professional positions receive 24 days of vacation a year; 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits as well as opportunities for professional development and travel.
Retirement: TIAA-CREF or Fidelity Investments
To Apply: Send cover letter & copy of resume to Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205 by U.S. mail, or email materials to libhumres@umich.edu. Contact 734-764-2546 for further information.
Application Deadline: Review of Applications will begin on 4/1/2008 and continue until the position is filled.
University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer.
Classification: Assistant or Associate Librarian
Position Title: Outreach Librarian, Health Sciences Libraries
Incumbent: Open
Supervisor: Director
Date: February 2008
Appointment: 1.00 FTE
Duties and Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, participate in, and evaluate outreach activities for the Health Sciences Libraries.
70% Community Outreach
Work closely with liaison librarians to identify, contribute to, and participate in local health-related events sponsored by the departments and schools at the University of Michigan and UM Health System.
Build relationships and foster partnerships with community organizations to provide effective health information education programs for diverse local user populations. Identify appropriate local initiatives and coordinate HSL participation.
Exhibit and/or present at meetings of health professionals in Michigan to promote health information resources and services.
Work with others in the HSL to identify funding opportunities and write proposals for support. Coordinate proposal submissions, administer funded projects, conduct evaluations, and report results.
Serve as outreach contact for the Greater Midwest Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine and report outreach activities to the region.
20% Campus Outreach
Participate in the public relations and marketing activities of the HSL. Lead planning and implementation of special events. Work with University Library staff to create appropriate promotional materials for both internal and external audiences.
Collaborate with others to explore the use of social networking tools and technologies to support the sharing of quality health information.
Work collaboratively with HSL staff to contribute to the HSL mission and goals.
10% Professional Development
Pursue relevant continuing education opportunities, including in-service training, classes, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
Participate in relevant regional and national professional organizations and associations.
Represent the Health Sciences Libraries on appropriate University Library and University committees.
Qualifications
Required:
- MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivilant combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of consumer health information resources
- Two years experience working with the public
- Demonstrable organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently as well as thrive as a member of a team
- Positive and proactive approach to projects and problem solving
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills appropriate to a diverse, multicultural environment
Desired:
- Community outreach or volunteer experience
- Demonstrated success in securing grant funding and administering funded projects
- Understanding of and interest in social networking technologies for building online communities
- Demonstrated creativity in designing promotional materials
- Experience or coursework in health sciences librarianship
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Librarian (Part-Time) / Synergy Medical Education Alliance in Saginaw (January 2008)
Job Posting: Part-time librarian for Synergy Medical Education Alliance in Saginaw, Michigan. Master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution is required. Medical library experience preferred. Pension, paid time off and paid holidays are offered. Please send resume with cover letter to Human Resources, Synergy Medical Education Alliance.
Address: 1000 Houghton Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602
Fax: (989) 583-6915
Email: hr@synergymedical.org
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Practicum Opportunities
Windsor:
Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital Health Sciences Library , Windsor - just minutes from the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel
Practicum students will have an opportunity to work in a fast paced library environment in an acute care hospital serving the information needs of all of our health care staff. Work functions may include cataloguing in a Z39.50 web based library system, reference, literature searches, interlibrary loans, consumer health web page link development and maintenance, and serials management.
For more information or to schedule a site visit to explore this opportunity contact Toni Janik, Director at tjanik@hdgh.org or 519-973-4411 x 3178.
Toni Janik, Director
Medical Library
Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital
Phone: 519-973-4411 ext. 3178
Email: library@hdgh.org
Mary Ellen Bechard, Coordinator
Health Sciences Library
Windsor Regional Hospital
Phone: 519-254-5577
Email: ebechard@wrh.on.ca
Hospital website: www.wrh.on.ca
Metro Detroit
Marie-Lise Shams
Liaison, School of Dentistry & College of Health Professions
University of Detroit Mercy Dental Library
Phone: 313-993-6181
Email: shamsml@udmercy.edu
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