Pharmacy Librarian - The
UConn School of Pharmacy seeks a Pharmacy Librarian to serve as a
central partner in supporting and advancing research, teaching, and
learning for School of Pharmacy students, faculty, and staff. Founded in
1925 as the Connecticut College of Pharmacy, the UConn School of
Pharmacy enrolled 492 students in 2019 and has 42 full time faculty. The
School of Pharmacy offers undergraduate (BS in Pharmacy Studies) and
graduate (Pharm.D./Ph.D) degree programs.
The Pharmacy Librarian will be headquartered in the School of
Pharmacy Library, housed in the Pharmacy and Biology Building, and will
report to the Business Manager of the School of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy
Librarian will also work closely with UConn Library colleagues on the
Storrs campus and will engage with and participate in UConn Library
committees and workflows in the UConn Library’s Academic Engagement
area. The successful candidate will make a positive contribution to a
culture of inclusion and respect in all interactions within the Library
and across the University and exemplifies the UConn Library values of
kindness and trust, curiosity and inquiry, equity and inclusion, and
having fun.
Pharmacy Librarian Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Responsibilities:
Serves as the librarian to the School of Pharmacy, supporting and
advancing evidence-based practice in research, teaching, and learning
for School of Pharmacy undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and
staff. Manages and oversees the School of Pharmacy Library, including:
(1) Supervision of School of Pharmacy Library student workers to staff
the School of Pharmacy Library, and (2) School of Pharmacy Library space
management, including the coordination of the School of Pharmacy
Library facilities, in collaboration with colleagues in the School of
Pharmacy. Engages in outreach to the School of Pharmacy community and
the wider UConn community, continuing to integrate the School of
Pharmacy Library into curricular and co-curricular efforts. Offers
research and instructional services to the School of Pharmacy, including
information literacy instruction in the pharmaceutical sciences and
in-depth research consultations. Offers research support for and
collaborates on systematic reviews, meta-analysis, grants, and a wide
range of research and scholarly efforts. Engages in collection
development, management, and assessment; coordinating and collaborating
with UConn Library colleagues. Engages with scholarly communication in
the pharmaceutical sciences, in areas including but not limited to open
access, OER, author rights, research impact and metrics, and data
management. Engages in collection management at the School of Pharmacy
Library, coordinating and collaborating with colleagues in the UConn
Library. Supports School of Pharmacy students in the development of
study and research skills in areas such as citation management. Curates
the School of Pharmacy history artifact collections. Engages in
professional development and continuing education and is active in
professional associations related to the work of the position, such as
the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy and other
organizations. Participates on staff committees and project-based
efforts in the School of Pharmacy and the UConn Library. May serve as a
subject specialist to a health sciences discipline outside of the School
of Pharmacy. May engage in teaching semester-long or other courses for
the School of Pharmacy.
Shared Expectations for UConn Library Student Supervisors:
1. Hires, schedules, trains, and supervises student employees. 2.
Determines work assignments and provides feedback to each student
employee. 3. Approves student timecards and resolves time reporting
and/or student payroll issues in a timely manner. 4. Manages student
employment budget, providing allocation requests and ensuring student
payroll expenditures remain within approved budget. 5. Maintains current
student employee personnel records. 6. Adheres to the policies and
procedures as outlined in the UConn Library Student Employee Handbook
and the UConn Student Employment Guide.
Shared Expectations for All Staff:
1. Participates in planning and actively contributes to School of
Pharmacy and UConn Library priorities, initiatives, and operations
through collaboration and cooperation. 2. Demonstrates reliable and
effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 3.
Demonstrates active learning in and communication of ongoing trends and
developments related to professional and positional responsibilities. 4.
Works effectively in current office applications, software, and
communication tools as set by the UConn Library and University of
Connecticut. 5. Exhibits appreciation of, sensitivity to, and respect
for a diverse working environment, inclusive of social, economic,
cultural, ideological, gender, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. 6.
Performs duties parallel to position responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications for Appointment as a Librarian 1:
1. Graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an American
Library Association-accredited
program (or international equivalent). 2. Knowledge of pharmaceutical or
health sciences. For example, knowledge of health sciences might
include working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, knowledge of
medical terminology,
and/or knowledge or experience in medical librarianship. 3. Knowledge of
research and information resources in the pharmaceutical or health
sciences. 4. Strong collaboration, oral and written communication,
interpersonal, and creative problem solving skills. 5. Demonstrated
ability to work independently and in a team-based environment and be
flexible in approach to problem solving and recommending, implementing,
and supporting solutions. 6. Demonstrated organizational skills coupled
with flexibility and the ability to shift seamlessly between multiple
simultaneous priorities. 7. Knowledge of principles of diversity,
equity, and inclusion. 8. Demonstrated ability to actively engage with
stakeholders through outreach and networking.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Appointment as a Librarian 2:
1. Minimum of three years related professional experience. 2.
Demonstrated ability to maintain active engagement in professional
activities at a statewide, regional, and/or national level.
Preferred Qualifications for both Appointments: 1.
Experience supervising students. 2. Experience working in an academic
or pharmaceutical library. 3. Experience with budget management. 4.
Experience with instructional design.
Employment at UConn and Appointment Term: UConn is
one of the top public research universities in the nation, with more
than 30,000 students pursuing
answers to critical questions in labs, lecture halls, and the community.
Knowledge exploration throughout the University’s network of campuses
is united by a culture of innovation. An unprecedented commitment from
the state of Connecticut ensures UConn attracts internationally renowned
faculty and the world’s brightest students. A tradition of coaching
winning athletes makes UConn a standout in Division l sports and fuels
our academic spirit. As a vibrant, progressive leader, UConn fosters a
diverse and dynamic culture that meets the challenges of a changing
global society.
The main 4,400-acre campus is set in a university town located in
the rural heart of Connecticut;
approximately a half hour’s drive from Hartford, 90 minutes from Boston,
and 3 hours from New York. Storrs offers New England village charm,
with outstanding recreational facilities and open space initiatives,
farm to table agricultural communities, and excellent public schools.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and
supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty,
and staff. The diversity of students, faculty, and staff continues to
increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians, and
salutatorians who make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research
centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research,
diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of
the nation’s top public research universities.
UConn’s faculty and staff are a critical link to fostering and
expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn
encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities
and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
This is a full-time position based in Storrs, Connecticut. The
University offers a competitive salary,
outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers
at UConn and a highly desirable work environment. Salary is dependent
upon education, qualifications, and experience.
TO APPLY: Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/,
Staff Positions, Search #494340 to upload a resume, cover letter, and
contact information for three (3) professional references.
