The University at Albany, State University of New York
Health Sciences & Systematic Review Librarian - University Libraries
The University at Albany, State University of New York, Albany, New York, United States
Overview
The University at Albany is accepting applications for a tenure-track Health Sciences and Systematic Review Librarian, at the rank of assistant or senior assistant librarian. This position will serve as the primary subject librarian for the College of Integrated Health Sciences, providing research support, instruction, and collection development services, and will support systematic reviews and evidence synthesis projects in collaboration with faculty, researchers, and students. The College of Integrated Health Sciences includes programs in Social Welfare, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Policy Management and Behavior, and Nursing. The librarian will support faculty and students across these disciplines and contribute to departmental services as a member of the Information Literacy Department. Research, publication, and service to the Libraries, University, and profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing appointment (tenure) and promotion. Details regarding procedures and expectations are described in the Procedures for Promotion and Continuing Appointment for Library Academic Faculty. The UAlbany Libraries continually review organizational structure, services, and workflows and plan for future building renovations. The University is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and to fostering a community founded on dignity and respect. More information about diversity and inclusion at UAlbany is available at the listed resource.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as the primary subject librarian for the College of Integrated Health Sciences, providing specialized research assistance, instruction, and outreach. Develop and deliver instructional sessions on information literacy, health science resources, research, evidence-based practice, and systematic review methodologies. Provide expert guidance on systematic reviews, including database searching, protocol development, citation management, and research synthesis techniques. Create and maintain subject and research guides. Create educational resources and training materials related to systematic review and evidence-based practice. Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources and research support into curricula. Contribute to collection development, assessment, and deselection to align resources with teaching and research needs of the College. Promote library resources and services through outreach and programming initiatives. Stay current with trends in health sciences librarianship, systematic review methodologies, and scholarly communication. Contribute to and develop instruction-related projects as a member of the Information Literacy department. Work collaboratively with other subject librarians, faculty, and researchers to support interdisciplinary initiatives. Provide general reference and research assistance in person and virtually via chat or other electronic methods. Participate in library-wide initiatives, committees, and professional development opportunities. Fulfill functions expected of the University Libraries academic faculty, including scholarship and service to the profession, Libraries, and University. Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
Reports to: Head of Information Literacy Department Supervises: n/a May supervise employees as assigned (if no direct reports at time of filling position)
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program. Minimum of one year of experience providing reference services or research consultations in an academic library. Experience providing library instruction or teaching in an academic library. Experience or coursework related to collection development activities such as selection and deselection of library resources, collection assessment, and user information needs assessment. Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in an academic environment. Ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within a diverse campus community. Ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to the role.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience or coursework related to information resources in health sciences or related subjects. One year of experience conducting or supporting systematic reviews, including developing search strategies and using review management software. Experience with citation management tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) and systematic review software (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan). Experience with health sciences databases and resources (e.g., Medline, CINAHL, Web of Science, Ovid, Cochrane Library). Experience with outreach and programming to students and faculty. A second advanced degree (master's or doctoral) in a relevant health sciences discipline.
Working Environment
Typical office environment.
Additional Information
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Assistant Librarian, $63,000; Senior Assistant Librarian, $70,000. Special Note:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires an annual security report. The University at Albany\'s Annual Security Report is available in PDF format. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity may ask for current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment with compensation has been extended. For inquiries, contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations. THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER. Please apply online via the application system.
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The University at Albany is accepting applications for a tenure-track Health Sciences and Systematic Review Librarian, at the rank of assistant or senior assistant librarian. This position will serve as the primary subject librarian for the College of Integrated Health Sciences, providing research support, instruction, and collection development services, and will support systematic reviews and evidence synthesis projects in collaboration with faculty, researchers, and students. The College of Integrated Health Sciences includes programs in Social Welfare, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Policy Management and Behavior, and Nursing. The librarian will support faculty and students across these disciplines and contribute to departmental services as a member of the Information Literacy Department. Research, publication, and service to the Libraries, University, and profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing appointment (tenure) and promotion. Details regarding procedures and expectations are described in the Procedures for Promotion and Continuing Appointment for Library Academic Faculty. The UAlbany Libraries continually review organizational structure, services, and workflows and plan for future building renovations. The University is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and to fostering a community founded on dignity and respect. More information about diversity and inclusion at UAlbany is available at the listed resource.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as the primary subject librarian for the College of Integrated Health Sciences, providing specialized research assistance, instruction, and outreach. Develop and deliver instructional sessions on information literacy, health science resources, research, evidence-based practice, and systematic review methodologies. Provide expert guidance on systematic reviews, including database searching, protocol development, citation management, and research synthesis techniques. Create and maintain subject and research guides. Create educational resources and training materials related to systematic review and evidence-based practice. Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources and research support into curricula. Contribute to collection development, assessment, and deselection to align resources with teaching and research needs of the College. Promote library resources and services through outreach and programming initiatives. Stay current with trends in health sciences librarianship, systematic review methodologies, and scholarly communication. Contribute to and develop instruction-related projects as a member of the Information Literacy department. Work collaboratively with other subject librarians, faculty, and researchers to support interdisciplinary initiatives. Provide general reference and research assistance in person and virtually via chat or other electronic methods. Participate in library-wide initiatives, committees, and professional development opportunities. Fulfill functions expected of the University Libraries academic faculty, including scholarship and service to the profession, Libraries, and University. Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
Reports to: Head of Information Literacy Department Supervises: n/a May supervise employees as assigned (if no direct reports at time of filling position)
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program. Minimum of one year of experience providing reference services or research consultations in an academic library. Experience providing library instruction or teaching in an academic library. Experience or coursework related to collection development activities such as selection and deselection of library resources, collection assessment, and user information needs assessment. Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in an academic environment. Ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within a diverse campus community. Ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to the role.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience or coursework related to information resources in health sciences or related subjects. One year of experience conducting or supporting systematic reviews, including developing search strategies and using review management software. Experience with citation management tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) and systematic review software (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan). Experience with health sciences databases and resources (e.g., Medline, CINAHL, Web of Science, Ovid, Cochrane Library). Experience with outreach and programming to students and faculty. A second advanced degree (master's or doctoral) in a relevant health sciences discipline.
Working Environment
Typical office environment.
Additional Information
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Assistant Librarian, $63,000; Senior Assistant Librarian, $70,000. Special Note:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires an annual security report. The University at Albany\'s Annual Security Report is available in PDF format. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity may ask for current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment with compensation has been extended. For inquiries, contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations. THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER. Please apply online via the application system.
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