Research and Instruction Librarian - Quinnipiac University

Research and Instruction Librarian - The Edward and Barbara Netter Library at Quinnipiac University seeks a dynamic, motivated and service-oriented librarian responsible for developing and delivering innovative information services in the health and basic sciences. The Research and Instruction Librarian supports and collaborates with faculty to integrate electronic information resources into the curriculum. This position will provide innovative library instruction and information literacy programs, including faculty outreach and developing collaborative teaching and learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. The successful candidate will also serve as a liaison to assigned academic departments and provide consultation, technical assistance and creative expertise to tailor instructional resources to faculty and student needs.
     Reporting to the Director, the Research and Instruction Librarian will primarily support the new Frank H. Netter, MD School of Medicine as well as assisting with the School of Health Sciences and the School of Nursing on the Quinnipiac University North Haven Campus.
     About Quinnipiac University: Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s “Best Colleges” issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review’s “The Best 380 Colleges.” The Chronicle of Higher Education has named Quinnipiac among the “Great Colleges to Work For.” For more information, please visit www.qu.edu.
     Responsibilities: Serve as a library liaison to assigned academic departments to support their curricular and educational needs. Routinely interact and communicate with students and faculty to assess information needs in support of curriculum and research. Provide reference assistance to library users. Teach library and information skills programs and assist in design and development of instruction. Serve on library and university committees. Participate in scholarly activities and professional development.
     Qualifications & Special Instructions to Applicants: A Master’s degree (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program is required. Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience required. Experience at an academic health sciences library or hospital library is preferred. Education and/or work experience in a health sciences field is a plus. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of students and faculty.
     Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.
     TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references on the application form. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications will only be accepted at: https://administrative-careers-quinnipiac.icims.com/jobs/2370/research-and-instruction-librarian/job
     Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who would enhance that diversity. Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Code: 2017-2370

Clinical Librarian - Yale University

Clinical Librarian - The Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library, Yale University, New Haven, CT. Requisition:  41152BR. www.yale.edu/jobs. Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.
     Position Focus: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Clinical Information Services, and as a member of the larger Research and Education Department, the Clinical Librarian provides point-of-need services and information support to medical professionals at Yale University, in the clinical setting within the Yale New Haven Health System, and at other affiliated clinical sites. The librarian cultivates partnerships between the library and assigned liaison areas in the health sciences through outreach, instruction, collection development, and research support services. The librarian provides innovative services to support research, teaching, and clinical service. The Clinical Librarian will provide in-depth reference, information, research and consultation services for clinical professionals and users in the health sciences community, including literature searches in support of systematic reviews, research, grants, clinical practice, animal use, teaching, and publishing. In addition, they will offer training and support for the identification and retrieval of high-quality evidence for clinical questions and decision-making including the use of databases and mobile apps. The incumbent will create and maintain online guides, learning objects, websites, and other research support tools and collaborate with fellow librarians and other providers of information resources to support research and teaching in general. The librarian will work closely with the Head of Collection Development on acquiring clinical information resources and preparing and promoting them for availability to users. This librarian may be required to periodically meet with, teach classes, and present at or attend morning reports, grand rounds, and other clinically relevant forums in the early morning or evening. Will collaborate with library, university, and hospital personnel on projects including grants, papers, poster presentations, or other creative undertakings. Will support the curricular needs of assigned departments and programs by teaching didactic and hands-on sessions as requested by faculty. Participates in planning and teaching the general library instruction programs. In collaboration with the Research and Education team, identifies, prepares and presents a range of classes on various topics, including biomedical databases, citation management tools and biomedical research strategies.
     Required Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in a related discipline may be required or substituted for a master’s degree in library science. Qualified individuals new to the library profession are welcome to apply. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communications skills, including the ability to actively listen, understand and articulate user needs. Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service and teaching. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines, and to conceptualize new solutions to problems with creativity and flexibility. Experience working collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations. Demonstrated ability to work both independently or collaboratively in a diverse team environment, and to effectively build partnerships and promote the library. Demonstrated ability to develop and grow a customer base through the creation, enhancement and provision of user-centered services. Innovative, resourceful, and flexible. Knowledge of information technology.
     Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments. Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html.
     Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Experience working in the clinical setting and/or an academic library.
     The University and the Library: The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and supports the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including around 12.8 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in eighteen buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, the Center for Science and Social Science Information, and the Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of approximately five hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at www.library.yale.edu.
     The Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library: The Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library (CWML), with a collection of approximately 22,000 electronic biomedical journals, 38,000 electronic books, 200,000 print resources and a wide range of state-of the-art electronic services and databases, serves the information needs of the Yale Schools of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, the Yale-New Haven Hospital and other affiliated institutions of the Yale-New Haven Medical Center. The Library provides responsive and effective support to meet the Medical Center's missions of research, education, patient care and service. The Medical Library also contains a Historical Library with a large and unique collection of rare medical books, medical journals to 1920, pamphlets, prints, and photographs, as well as current works on the history of medicine. For additional information please visit the Library’s website at: http://library.medicine.yale.edu/
     The Yale School of Medicine: Founded in 1810, the Yale School of Medicine is a world-renowned center for biomedical research, education and advanced health care. Among its divisions are one of the nation’s oldest schools of public health and the internationally recognized Child Study Center, founded in 1911. Its 33 academic departments include 11 in the basic sciences, 19 in clinical fields, and 5 in public health. The School of Medicine consistently ranks among the handful of leading recipients of research funding from the National Institutes of Health and other organizations supporting the biomedical sciences, and belongs to medical organizations including the Association of American Medical Colleges and the Association of Academic Health Centers. The school’s unique curriculum, known as the Yale System of Medical Education, promotes teaching in small seminar, conference and tutorial settings, and requires student self-evaluation, independent thinking and investigation. Since 1839, Yale has required that each student complete a thesis based on original research prior to graduation. Graduates of the school have gone on to significant leadership positions in virtually every medical field, as well as many non-medical areas.
     Yale-New Haven Hospital: Yale-New Haven Hospital (YNHH), the primary teaching hospital for Yale School of Medicine (YSM) and Yale School of Nursing (YSN) is a non-profit, 1,541-bed tertiary medical center with two in-patient campuses. YNHH, the flagship member of the Yale New Haven Health System, includes Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven, Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital and Yale-New Haven Psychiatric Hospital. In addition to providing quality medical care to patients and families, YNHH is the second largest employer in the New Haven area with more than 12,000 employees. Relying on the skill and expertise of more than 4,500 university and community physicians and advanced practitioners, including more than 600 resident physicians, YNHH provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary, family-focused care in more than 100 medical specialty areas. Yale-New Haven Hospital regularly ranks among the best hospitals in the U.S. and is accredited by The Joint Commission. In conjunction with YSM and Yale Cancer Center, YNHH is nationally recognized for its commitment to teaching and clinical research.
     Salary and Benefits: We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.
     How to Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is 41152BR. Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Consumer Health Librarian – Greenwich Hospital Medical Library

Consumer Health Librarian – Greenwich Hospital Medical Library. JOB SUMMARY: Serves the health information needs of the patients, family, and caregivers of the Greenwich Hospital (CT) community. Develops, coordinates, and implements health literacy/consumer health information programs and outreach to the Greenwich community. Serves as a health information advocate for consumers and the health care professionals who serve them. Creates an environment where diverse health information needs are met in a timely and confidential manner. Assists and supports the Director of Library Services in achieving the Library’s goals and objectives. Ability to understand and work within the corporate culture of the institution. Major Activities: Collection Management; Knowledge and Resource Sharing; Patient Advocacy; Information Dissemination; and Consumer Health Education. This is a full-time salaried position (37.5 hours per week) with full benefits. Eligibility and requirements: Master’s In Library Science; MLA Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) Level I or II preferred; Minimum of one year’s experience; Strong computer skills; Ability to organize/produce consumer health literacy workshops; Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; Excellent teaching/presentation skills; Detailed oriented; Fluency in Spanish desired, but not required. Minimum salary is $52,650. Full job description and application is available online at www.greenwichhospital.org/careers/career-search/detail.aspx?jobtitle=CONSUMER%20HEALTH%20LIBRARIAN&id=11167.

Director, Library - UConn Health Center, Farmington

Director, Library - UConn Health Center, Farmington. Summary of Position: The Director has overall authority and responsibility for the planning, direction, and operation of all administrative and service function of The Lyman Maynard Stowe Library at the UConn Health Center on the Farmington campus of the University of Connecticut. The library’s collections are broad in scope and designed to support the research, teaching, and patient-care related needs of the School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, Graduate School, The John Dempsey Hospital, UConn Medical Group and the extensive Research Enterprise. Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer or designee. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assures library goals and programs meet the Health Center’s mission and priorities. Promotes the roles and value of the Library to the institution and to citizens of the state. 2. Establishes fiscal, resource and programmatic priorities for the Library. 3. Prepares and allocates the Library budget and monitors expenditures from all accounts. 4. Works to optimize funding by promoting philanthropy and identifying grant opportunities. 5. Establishes and updates Library policies and procedures, considering the needs of present and future users within the constraints of changing fiscal conditions. 6. Maintains knowledge of innovative and emerging information technologies, and cooperates with other campus units in adapting these for use by the library staff and users. 7. Supervises all staff, which includes hiring, training and evaluation of performance against clearly defined objectives. 8. Promotes a work environment that values and reinforces diversity, integrity, excellent customer service, problem-solving, collaboration, and collegiality. 9. Coordinates meetings of Library Advisory Committee and engages the Committee in review of strategic plans, goals and priorities to meet the needs of all constituencies served. 10. Develops and provides current financial and operational data, reports, and spreadsheets to be used for documentation, planning, and management decision-making. 11. Maintains a high level of professional competence, keeps abreast of developments in the field of health sciences librarianship, and contributes to the profession through service, presentations and publications. 12. Participates in regional and national professional health sciences library organizations. 13. Collaborate with the Homer Babbidge Library at the UConn Storrs Campus to share library collections and expenses, and to facilitate an integrated library system that would serve all UConn libraries. 14. Benchmarks performance and works to continuously increase customer satisfaction. Knowledge & Skills Needed: Required: A Masters degree in Library Science or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association. Excellent written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills. At least seven years of experience in an academic health sciences library. At least 4 years of supervisory experience including the successful supervision of professional librarians. Expertise with financial and statistical data, and the ability to provide and analyze reports, budgets, proposals useful for management decision-making. Proven ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships, and a demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the trends and issues in academic libraries. Preferred: A record of relevant professional publications and activities. Successful experience in grant proposal submissions. Successful Library fund-raising experience. Membership in the Medical Library Association’s Academy of Health Information Professionals. Applications: Interested and qualified candidates please apply on line to http://jobs.uchc.edu and indicate search number 2015-016. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and references with your application. We're looking at candidates on a rolling basis. 

Preservation and Collection Management Librarian - Yale University Medical Library, New Haven

Preservation and Collection Management Librarian - Yale University Medical Library, New Haven. Rank: Librarian 1-3. Part time - 20 hours/week. Position Focus: Reporting to the Yale University Librarian for Medical History and working with the University Library Preservation Department, the Preservation Librarian coordinates all preservation activities within the Historical Medical Collection and the general collections of the Medical Library, including objects housed in the Cushing Center. The Preservation Librarian develops and maintains preservation policies and procedures, and prioritizes preservation needs for the Historical Library. The Preservation Librarian also assists the Librarian for Medical History in the management of the Library’s collections. Implements an in-house care program for the Historical collection. Designs and executes preservation assessments and surveys as needed, and performs minor preservation treatments. Coordinates conservation and preservation treatment for the materials by University Library Preservation Department staff and by outside vendors. Educates staff in preservation issues. Supervises student assistants. Designs exhibitions for Medical Library and Cushing Center spaces including rotation of 3-4 major exhibits per year. Manages exhibit prep and loan activities. Carries out registrarial activities to maintain the collection, incoming and outgoing loans and ensures special care, security, and proper handling. Assists Librarian for Medical History with digital initiatives, including selection and assessment for materials to be digitized. Serves as a resource for Medical Library digital projects and determines the suitability of individual materials for chosen digitization techniques. Works with Physical Plant and Library Administration to maintain the environment of the locked stacks. Coordinates building environmental monitoring and provides interpretation and reports. Assists in the coordination the Medical Library’s emergency response plan; monitors and maintains emergency equipment and supplies; trains staff in emergency response procedures; responds to emergencies as needed. Leads and participates in outreach and instruction activities. Provides tours, orientations and lectures for Yale School of Medicine, Yale University and visitors to the collection. Review and manages the Adopt a Rare book program. Serves on Library and University committees as appropriate. Engages in research and service to meet requirements for promotion and is active professionally. Monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of Yale’s collections. Required Education, Skills and Experience include: 1. Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in a related discipline may be required or substituted for a master’s degree in library science. 2. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion. 3. Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing, team environment. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of preservation and conservation issues and current developments within the library, archival and preservation profession, including born digital preservation. 6. Demonstrated ability with working in a special collection environment, with some collection management experience. Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments (see range assigned to this description as noted in the posting position title). Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school, and two years preservation experience; knowledge of at least one Western European language; supervisory experience; strong project management and interpersonal skills. Salary and Benefits: We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more. How to apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is 24375BR. Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Information and Education Services Librarian - University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington

Information and Education Services Librarian - University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington. Entry Level. The Lyman Maynard Stowe Library at the University of Connecticut Health Center (UCHC) invites applications for an Information and Education Services Librarian position. This position reports to the Library’s Information and Educational Services Department. The recently renovated Library is a highly respected department providing services and resources to UCHC’s School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, and School of Graduate Studies. In addition, it serves the information needs of UCHC’s significant research programs and the John Dempsey Hospital. The library is an early adopter and advocate for new technology including the support of PDAs for students and faculty. More information about the library is at http://library.uchc.edu. The successful candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. Minimum Qualifications Required: Knowledge, Skills, Ability: Understanding of professional principles and practices of library science concepts in a university, research, public or academic health science setting; basic knowledge of specialized functional procedures; working knowledge of library systems, techniques, resources and equipment including a full range of computer based and automatic equipment/systems; ability to work collaboratively with public, technical and automated library services staff; excellent interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communications skills; ability to analyze and solve moderately complex problems relating to library methods and procedures. Education Requirements: An ALA-accredited graduate degree (Master of Library Science). Preferred Qualifications: Basic sciences undergraduate degree and/or background; experience teaching to a variety of audience levels; knowledge of searching medical and life science literature; working knowledge of Web 2.0 and current technologies. Examples of Duties: The Information and Education Services Librarian serves as liaison for departments within UCHC; helps support and further develop the application of evidence-based medicine and new information technology; teaches high level evidence-based medicine searching skills; recommends changes in library policies affecting the department; interacts with faculty and students to assess curriculum; provides reference assistance at Service Desk; serves and provides leadership in committees; teaches library skills classes; provides orientation and tours for new faculty/students; works on projects as assigned; may assist in conducting performance evaluations; interviews and makes recommendations in hiring temporaries; participates in the hiring of professionals; may prepare reports and correspondence; assists with department and library long range planning; recommends purchases of library materials and equipment; attends professional meetings and participates in professional organizations; performs related duties as required. Schedule: 40 hours weekly; 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday. Flexibility necessary to accommodate departmental needs. Applications: Interested and qualified candidates please apply on line to http://jobs.uchc.edu and indicate search number 2014-776. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and references with your application. We're looking at candidates on a rolling basis. Full Time Equivalent Minimum Salary: $58,178.

Librarian, Web Services (Librarian 2-4) - Yale University Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, New Haven

Librarian, Web Services (Librarian 2-4) - Yale University Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, New Haven. Position Focus: Reporting to the Head, Library Technology Services & Support, this position is responsible for developing, testing, implementing and maintaining Medical Library websites and other technology initiatives in support of the educational, research and clinical needs of Yale Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, the Yale-New Haven Hospital and other affiliated institutions of the Yale-New Haven Medical Center . The Web Services Librarian works closely with fellow Medical Library staff, others within the Medical Center community and the larger Yale Library to create the best digital environment for library users. Required Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s degree from an ALA- accredited library school, or equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and experience. Experience working collegially, collaboratively, and independently with varied groups, within and across a complex organization and a rapidly changing, team environment; experience in the creation and development of large and complex websites. Demonstrated ability working with: Drupal; best practices/standards in web design, development and content administration; HTML, CSS JavaScript, PHP, usability and accessibility is required; Ruby, Python, and/or Java is preferred. Demonstrated excellent project management, systems documentation, and written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability using graphic design tools (e.g., Photoshop, Fireworks or similar), and demonstrated familiarity with diverse metadata formats (e.g. MARC, MODS, Dublin Core), and institutional repositories. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, to solve problems creatively, and to effectively build partnerships and promote the benefits of change in an academic culture that often values ambiguity, diversity of opinion and historic precedent. Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments (see range assigned to this description as noted in the posting position title). Librarian ranking information: Click here for more information. How to apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS requisition ID for this position is 23176BR. Please be sure to reference #23176BR in your cover letter. Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

Evening & Weekend Access and Delivery Services Supervisor / Supervisor 2 - Yale University, New Haven

Evening & Weekend Access and Delivery Services Supervisor / Supervisor 2 - Yale University Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library, New Haven. Schedule: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week); Sunday–Thursday, 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm; Occasional recess days and holidays required. Position Focus: Reporting to the Head of Access and Delivery Services for the Medical Library, this position provides direct oversight for the library’s evening and weekend access and delivery services. The Manager assists in planning and implementing new services, and supporting and improving existing services. Supervises and works closely with the entire Access and Delivery Services (ADS) Team and student assistants to provide users valuable services that support their information and research needs. Motivates and coaches staff to ensure excellent customer service, cultivates teamwork, and promotes a culture in which change is welcomed and supported. Responsible for a range of managerial duties relating to access and delivery services in the Medical Library. Principal Responsibilities: 1. Manages the daily work of the ADS team to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of access services operations, including reserves, document delivery, interlibrary loan and stacks maintenance operations, and all services provided at the circulation and information desks. 2. Supervises 3 FTE Clerical and Technical staff and 4 students. Hires, trains, coaches, and evaluates staff and student assistants. Motivates staff and is responsible for ensuring high quality public services and productivity. 3. Develops, recommends and participates in planning and implementation of new policies and innovative services, and interprets policies for staff. Writes documentation and revises the staff policies and procedures manual. 4. Responsible for process and workflow improvement, including investigating technologies to successfully accomplish the work of the department. Responsible for inventory control and trouble-shooting technical and software issues. As appropriate assists with relations and negotiations with other departments and external vendors. 5. Schedules staff hours. Ensures service desk coverage during holidays, recess periods, and occasions of inclement weather. 6. Ensures that the physical library is an inviting and welcoming space for visitors. Works with University Security to guarantee the safety of patrons, staff and collections, and ensures that proper security measures are followed. Works closely with Facilities when necessary to maintain a safe and functional environment in the evenings and weekend hours. 7. Oversees stacks maintenance and projects. 8. Advances the initiatives of university departments, including but not limited to maintaining databases for the Yale Center for Clinical Investigation and creating bibliographies with persistent URLs in support of the Internal Medicine Curriculum. 9. May also participate and coordinate the activities of other related services and operations in conjunction with other units such as the Library Shelving Facility and West Campus operations. 10. Required to work occasional holidays and recess days. 11. Maybe required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. 12. May be assigned to work at the West Campus Yale University located in West Haven, CT. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in related field and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Skills and Abilities: 1. Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and work in a team environment. 2. Supervisory skills and project management experience. Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines. 3. Experience and strong commitment to public service. Excellent customer service skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Excellent computer hardware and software skills, including demonstrated proficiency in using multiple Microsoft Office applications. 5. Flexibility, agility and enthusiasm for working in a changing, technology-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse work environment. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references should be submitted by creating an account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration – the STARS req ID for this position is 22693BR Please be sure to reference #22693BR in your cover letter. Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

Public Services Librarian - Quinnipiac University Health Sciences Library, Hamden

Public Services Librarian - Quinnipiac University Health Sciences Library, Hamden. We are still growing and this is a unique opportunity to join the new team responsible for rapidly expanding library services. The Health Sciences Library, located on Quinnipiac University North Haven campus, seeks a dynamic, motivated and service-oriented librarian responsible for developing and delivering innovative information services in the health and basic sciences. Reporting to the Associate Director of the Health Sciences Library, the Public Services Librarian will support the Frank H. Netter, MD School of Medicine, the School of Health Sciences, and the School of Nursing. Overview: Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Public Services Librarian to support and collaborate with medical, nursing, and health sciences faculty to integrate electronic information resources into the curriculum. This position will provide innovative library instruction and information literacy programs, including faculty outreach and developing collaborative teaching and learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. The successful candidate will also serve as a liaison to assigned academic departments and provide consultation, technical assistance and creative expertise to tailor instructional resources to faculty and student needs. Responsibilities: Serves as a library liaison to assigned academic departments to support their curricular and educational needs; Routinely interacts and communicates with students and faculty to assess information needs in support of curriculum and research; Provides reference assistance to library users in person and electronically; Participates in classroom instruction on information literacy, problem-based learning, and evidence-based practice; assists in design and development of instruction; Serves on library and university committees; Participates in scholarly activities and professional development. Qualifications & Special Instructions to Applicants: A Master’s degree (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program is required; Minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience required; Experience at an academic health sciences library preferred; Education and/or work experience in health sciences fields is a plus; Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required. To Apply: Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a resume and a thoughtful cover letter describing your interest in the position, and explaining how your background and experience qualify you for this position. https://administrative-careers-quinnipiac.icims.com/jobs/1396/job. Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the university community and we welcome candidates who would enhance that diversity.

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, offers you the opportunity to team up with bright, motivated people like yourself who share your values, enjoy a sensible work/life balance and make a real difference in the lives of others. For over one hundred years, the Hospital has remained committed to its mission of delivering outstanding patient care to the central Connecticut community. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is actively seeking a Librarian (30 Hours/week) to join the staff of the Health Sciences Library. Job responsibilities to include the following: Provide advanced information services, including evidence-based research and document delivery using multiple online databases to library patrons. Conduct orientation sessions and individual and group library instruction. Responsible for processing and cataloging new items in the collection. Working in collaboration with the Library Manager, supporting departmental planning, collection development, program development and evaluation, and outreach. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: M.L.S. [ALA-accredited] and 1 year of experience, preferably in a health sciences library. Requires advanced knowledge of several computer-based information retrieval systems (e.g., MEDLINE, OVID, CINAHL) and the Internet. Knowledge of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) classification system and nomenclature (MeSH). At The Hospital of Central Connecticut, we take pride in our outstanding staff. We strive for the perfect balance of career and lifestyle. So we’ve created an environment with a healthy respect for you, your career and your life. Each member of our staff, regardless of where they work, contributes to fulfilling our mission of excellence in the delivery of health care, education, and research. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about this position and to apply online, please go to http://thocc.org/jobs/.

Library Technician II, Circulation Dept. - UConn Health Center Library, Farmington

Library Technician II, Circulation Dept. - UConn Health Center Library, Farmington. At the UCHC library, this class is accountable for acting as a working lead for assigned lower rank library staff members, or performing the most complex supportive services in a library function. Work Schedule: Tues-Thurs 10am-6:30pm, Fri 10:30am-7pm, Sat 8:30am-5pm. Examples of Duties: Responsible for opening and closing the library on Saturday, closing on Friday. Instructs patrons on the use of the library, policies and procedures. Assists with hiring, training, scheduling, directing student workers. Maintains the training material for student workers. Assists with recovery and billing of overdue and lost library material. Maintains the Reserve and audiovisual collections. Assists with maintaining accurate links to library e-resources. Helps with space utilization projects and studies. Fills in for Interlibrary Loan as needed. Attends to library physical plant maintenance, liaison to facilities management. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of library science techniques and practices. Knowledge of advanced library systems, resources and equipment including applicable computer based and automated systems. Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal skills. Ability to analyze and solve problems relating to library methods, policies and procedures. Ability to understand and operate across more than one area of library activities. Some supervisory ability. Preferred Qualifications:. Experience in the Circulation department of a college or university library. Considerable computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office. Ability to promote library services. General Experience: Four (4) years' supportive experience in library work including acquisition, cataloging, circulation, interlibrary loans and reference. Special Experience: Two (2) years of General Experience must have involved library tasks at or above the level of Library Technician 1. Full Time Equivalent Minimum Salary $52,686.00. Full job description and application can be made online at: employ.uchc.edu/employment/index.html, click the Careers link/Find Jobs link/ Administrative.

Librarian 2, Night Supervisor - University of Connecticut Health Center, Lyman Maynard Stowe Library, Farmington

Librarian 2, Night Supervisor - University of Connecticut Health Center, Lyman Maynard Stowe Library, Farmington. 2013-630. The night supervisor assumes responsibility for all departmental services evenings and weekends. Provides patron reference services utilizing library systems, material and database searching. Teaches classes as assigned. Hires, trains, schedules student workers. Assists with the hiring of other staff. Maintains the Voyager patron database and oversees patron registration. Manages the Reserve system for Library materials. Oversees space/stack utilization projects, studies and statistics. Processes Interlibrary loan requests. Recommends, develops, updates departmental policies and procedures. Prepares statistical reports. Assists with departmental long range planning. Assists with performance evaluations. Attends professional meetings and participates in professional organizations. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Required—Knowledge, Skill and Ability: Considerable knowledge of professional principles and practices of library science concepts in a university, research, public or academic health science setting. Considerable knowledge of library systems, techniques, resources and equipment. Knowledge of interrelationships between public, technical and automated library services. Considerable Interpersonal skills and customer service skills. Considerable oral and written communication skills. Ability to analyze and solve moderately complex problems relating to library methods and procedures. Some supervisory ability. Experience and Training—General Experience: A Master's Degree in Library Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association, plus one (1) year of post graduate degree employment in a relevant area of professional library work. A minimum of one (1) year of experience must have been at a level equivalent to Librarian. 1. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with an Integrated Library System. Considerable computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office. Ability to multitask. Ability to promote library services. Experience in a college or university library. Work Schedule: Sunday 1:30pm - 10:00pm, Monday - Thursday 2:30pm - 11:00pm. 30 minute unpaid meal break. Full Time Equivalent Minimum Salary $60,179.00. For more information and to apply: https://jobs.uchc.edu.

Library Manager - The Hospital of Central Connecticut

Library Manager - The Hospital of Central Connecticut has an excellent opportunity for a Library Manager to join our Health Sciences Library. Reporting to the Director of Medical Education, the Manger will direct the activities of the Health Sciences Library, including strategic planning, development, evaluation, and outreach functions. Administrative responsibilities include: personnel management, space planning, fiscal management, collection development, outreach, quality improvement, and maintenance of resource-sharing arrangements with library consortia. Direct Service responsibilities include: advanced computer information retrieval, reference, and teaching. The qualified candidate will have an MLS with three years of relevant health sciences library experience. Expert knowledge of several computer-based systems including: biomedical online information databases and web services (e.g. Medline via NLM’s PubMed; DOCLINE; OVID databases; OCLC cataloging and ILL) is also required. Skills in using automated library system applications and proficiency in MS Office are also essential. For more information, and to apply online, please visit our website at www.thocc.org/jobs. AA/EEO M/F/D/V.

Librarian, Reference & Instructional Services - St. Joseph College School of Pharmacy

Librarian, Reference & Instructional Services - St. Joseph College School of Pharmacy, Downtown Hartford. The Pharmacy Librarian will develop and deliver sophisticated information services and resources to the students, faculty and staff of the School. A self-motivated, enthusiastic and user-oriented librarian is being sought to run the library of the new School of Pharmacy. Responsibilities ( include but are not limited to ): Plan and set goals for the Pharmacy Library. Coordinate support services from the main campus library with the daily management of the Pharmacy Library. Provide proactive customer-oriented service, including library instruction, for the School of Pharmacy. Provide general reference services to the School of Pharmacy. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy Library, including setting hours and developing procedures for administering services. Included services are reserves, interlibrary loan and circulation. Develop the collection and manage the budget for the Pharmacy Library. The Pharmacy Librarian will serve as the library liaison to the school faculty. The librarian will be responsible for assembling reports, meeting with the Pharmacy administration, and recommending changes regarding the access to library services and the adequacy of resources. Implement and monitor the technology resources of the Pharmacy Library. Implement automated systems for library material access and assist clients to use these systems. Develops content for the library Web site. Other responsibilities as assigned. Planning, budgeting, and prioritizing multiples tasks. Writes and implements policy under the supervision and approval of the Library Director. Provides graduate-level instruction in and environment of sophisticated technology. Qualifications: Master's of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution required. Professional experience at a medical or health library preferred. Subject background in health or life sciences preferred. Ability to interact effectively with students, co-workers, and external contacts. Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong customer service orientation. Demonstrated teaching ability. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows environment. Solid working knowledge of academic library and reference applications required; familiarity with other specific applications used by the College a plus. Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Grade 24. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, salary requirements and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references to hr@sjc.edu. Saint Joseph College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/D) that values diversity; people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

CME Facilitator - The Hospital of Central Connecticut

CME Facilitator - The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking a highly detailed, well-organized individual to manage the Continuing Medical Education (CME) program. Under the direction of the Library Manager, the CME Facilitator will be responsible for CME planning, managing the CME application process, and tracking, monitoring and reporting within the CME program. Requirements include a minimum of two years of administrative support experience, demonstrated organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and demonstrated attention to detail. The ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization is also essential. We offer outstanding pay and benefits including up to $5,000 per year in pre-paid tuition. Salary range $15 to $22 per hour, depending upon experience. Please send a resume to Patricia Lowicki at plowicki@thocc.org.

Librarian - Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, a 414-bed teaching hospital, seeks a Librarian for a 30 hour/week position in the Medical Library located on the New Britain campus. Reporting to the Library Manager, the Librarian provides advanced information services, including reference and computer-based information retrieval. Participates in education program, including orientations, library instruction, and computer-based information retrieval instruction. Leads and serves as the primary information source for the Hospital’s CME program. In collaboration with the Library Manager, supports departmental planning, interlibrary loan, routine library maintenance, collection development, program development and evaluation, patient education and outreach. Requirements include M.L.S. [ALA-accredited] and 1 year of experience, preferably in a health sciences library. Requires advanced knowledge of several computer-based information retrieval systems, including: computer-accessed resources, e.g., online, networked databases (e.g., OVID, MEDLINE, CINAHL); the Internet. Experience with CME coordination is preferred. Salary range is commensurate with experience; $33,750 for new MLS graduates. We also offer a rich benefits program that includes low cost medical/dental, LTD and Life, generous paid time off and pension plan. Please email resume to Patricia Lowicki at plowicki@thocc.org.

Health Sciences Librarian - Sacred Heart University, Fairfield

Health Sciences Librarian - Sacred Heart University, in Fairfield, Connecticut, the second-largest Catholic university in New England, seeks a health sciences reference librarian. Collaborating with other librarians and faculty colleagues, the health sciences reference librarian establishes and fosters relationships and services in support of the research, instructional and resource needs of the students and faculty of the University’s Health Professions Departments. The principle duties and responsibilities of this position include: selecting subject specific resources; teaching introductory and/or subject-specific information literacy courses and instruction sessions; advocating on behalf of the academic programs in library planning; participating in the delivery of public services and the management of the Department. The health science reference librarian will be or expected to become a provisional member of AHIP (Academy of Health Information Professionals), and to move towards regular membership and AHIP professional competencies. Requirements: MLS from an ALA accredited program of Library Science. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Creativity in teaching and the development of user services. Previous experience in a health sciences library or a related degree is strongly preferred. Please apply online at www.sacredheart.edu/jobs.cfm. Click on “Administrative and Staff Opportunities.” We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits and compensation package. Ecumenical in spirit and led by the laity, Sacred Heart University is dedicated to excellence in academics and to the Catholic intellectual and liberal arts traditions. We are looking for individuals who value the University’s Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and support its commitment to the intellectual and ethical development of our students. Sacred Heart University is an EOE/AA employer.

Librarian I, Consumer Health Librarian, Special Projects - University of Connecticut Health Center

Librarian I, Consumer Health Librarian, Special Projects - University of Connecticut Health Center. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Knowledge and understanding of the practice of librarianship in a university, public or academic health sciences library; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; some supervisory skills. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: General Experience: A Master's Degree in Library Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association. Some familiarity with on-line databases and bibliographic utilities. Substitutions Allowed: Six (6) years' professional library work, including acquisition, cataloging, circulation, interlibrary loans, and reference. Special Requirements: Extensive computer keyboarding and Internet searching skills and knowledge of general computer software including MS Office Suite. High level of written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills; ability to work independently. Basic knowledge and understanding of the health care field and medical terminology. Some travel to other libraries and health organizations may be required. Preferred Requirements: Knowledge of and experience working in a health sciences library. Knowledge of Connecticut health resources. Experience using health databases including PubMed, Medline Plus and government resources. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Assist with the development and rollout of a comprehensive Connecticut GoLocal health services database that will be linked to consumer health topics in the National Library of Medicine's MedlinePlus database. Assist in collecting, evaluating and assigning metadata to information about local health services using a controlled vocabulary. Enter, edit, and approve data records using a standardized format and data style guidelines in the National Library of Medicine-hosted database. Help recruit, train and supervise volunteers from other libraries in developing the Connecticut GoLocal database. Develop a maintenance schedule and update data records to ensure their accuracy and currency. Assist with other GoLocal project activities including outreach, training, and publicity. Assist with other Healthnet consumer health activities including outreach, reference and training. Assist with other library special projects as assigned. Performs designated tasks to learn and understand the full range of departmental services; develops/implements projects; explains library policies to clients; may prepare correspondence and assist with reports; assists with department long-range planning; attend professional meetings and participates in professional organizations; utilizes on-line databases and/or bibliographic utilities; assigns, supervises and trains staff; performs related duties as required. Schedule: 20 Hours/Week; Schedule to be determined; Flexibility for occasional evening or weekend hours needed. Full Time Equivalent Minimum Salary: $55,347 (50% = $27,673). Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Closing date is December 30, 2009.

Librarian - Hospital of Central Connecticut

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, a 414 bed teaching hospital, has a full time opening for a Librarian for the Health Sciences Library. Reporting to the Library Manager, the Librarian provides advanced information services, including reference and computer-based information retrieval. Requires advanced knowledge of several computer-based information retrieval systems, including: computer-accessed resources, e.g., online, networked, and CD ROM databases (e.g., OVID, MEDLARS, EPIC, MEDLINE, CINAHL, HEALTHSTAR); the Internet, including the World Wide Web, telnet, FTP, and electronic mail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) classification System and Nomenclature (MeSH). Basic word processing skills. Other responsibilities include participation in education programs, including orientations, library instruction, and computer-based information retrieval instruction. In collaboration with the Library Manager, the Librarian supports departmental planning, collection development, program development and evaluation, and outreach. Minimum requirements include a MLS from an ALA accredited program, and a minimum of one year of experience, preferably in a health sciences library. We offer outstanding benefits including medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and pre-paid tuition of up to $5000 per year. Annual salary is up to $54,700. Please send a resume to Patricia Lowicki in Human Resources at plowicki (at) thocc.org. Phone 860-224-5576.