Librarian I/II, Research and Instruction

Wayne State University, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Detroit, MICHIGAN

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Librarian I/II, Research and Instruction at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.


POSITION PURPOSE:

The Vera P. Shiffman Medical Library welcomes qualified applicants to apply for the role of Research and Instruction Librarian. Join a vibrant, skilled and service-oriented library staff that serves the region's largest single-campus medical school and the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Shiffman Medical Library is located near midtown Detroit on Wayne State's vibrant medical campus, surrounded by partnering teaching hospitals and medical centers. This a full-time ­position reporting to the library director.  Shiffman Medical Library is part of the Wayne State University Library System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Research Support:

Conducts comprehensive literature and research data searches to support teaching and learning, research and scholarly activities, and some systematic reviews.

Consults on information retrieval strategies, research database selection, citation management and research organization tools, basic overviews of data management plan requirements, establishing research profiles, the use of altmetrics, and scholarly publishing selections.

Identifies, assesses, selects and recommends materials relevant to assigned subject areas and departments.

Participants on library and university committees that promote research and reference services.

Instruction:

Creates and delivers library workshops, orientations, both online and in-person on the efficient use of research databases, finding and analyzing the literature, and an overview of data management plan requirements along with other librarians and research services throughout campus.

Maintains an overview of eLearning technologies used to supplement library instruction.

Collaborates on special library instruction projects with librarians and faculty members.

Knowledge of bibliographic management software such as EndNote and Mendeley, as well as tools for summarizing and visualizing articles and research data.

Technology and Knowledge Management:

Contributes to the development and maintenance of the library's online presence by creating and maintaining specialized LibGuides, online learning objects, and social media posts to advance users' development of library research skills and independent learning.

Maintains current knowledge of trending technologies, digital tools, and systems that aid in the delivery of medical library services and faculty research activities.


Minimum Qualifications:

ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information sciences.

Ability to operate independently and cooperatively in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace with diverse colleagues, campus and community users.

Strong grasp of the medical library profession and of urban medical schools training future physicians in major metropolitan areas.

Eager to expand one's current knowledgebase.


Appointment/Benefits/Salary:

This is a full-time, regular, 12-month, benefits-eligible appointment as Academic Staff, represented by the AAUP-AFT on an Employment Security Status track.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, employee/dependent life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans with Fidelity, TIAA/CREF, tuition assistance, and generous paid time off.

The starting salary for a Librarian I is $59,500 and the starting salary for a Librarian II is $62,500. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply:
Submit electronically a complete application and include a detailed letter of interest, resume and three professional references to Wayne State’s online system at: https://hr.wayne.edu/jobs, position requisition #1914 by May 1, 2024.


School/College/Division:

H01 - University Libraries


Primary department:

H0110 - Shiff Medical Library


Employment type:
  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:
  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Salary minimum: $59,500
  • Salary hire maximum: $62,500

Working conditions:

Normal office environment


Job openings:
  • Number of openings: 1
  • Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.


Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.


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