Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

*The George Washington University *


   


  The Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library at The George Washington
  University supports the educational, clinical and research needs of
  the Medical Center . The Reference and Instructional Services
  department is integrated with the School of Medicine and Health
  Sciences and the School of Public Health and Health Services
  curricula, and provides support for clinical teams and research labs.


   


  Reference Librarian (recruitment continues)


             

The Reference Librarian at the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library is an 
important member of the information and reference team of The George 
Washington University Medical Center. This position assists in the 
provision of information and instructional services to students, staff, 
and faculty of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the School 
of Public Health and Health Services, GW Hospital staff, Medical Faculty 
Associates clinical practice staff, and community-based clinic staff. 
Other duties include reference consultations, faculty Blackboard 
support, and membership on various library committees. This position 
reports to the Associate Director, Technology and Curriculum. 

 

Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the 
following:* *

   1. Provides reference and information services to patrons at the
      reference and instruction desk in the library.
   2. Performs online database search services and research
      consultations as requested.
   3. Participates in and designs formal and informal instruction and
      orientation programs for students, staff, and faculty, as well as
      community health patrons.
   4. Participates in curricular activities for School of Medicine and
      Health Sciences, and School of Public Health and Health Services,
      including Problem-oriented, Case-based Learning (PCL). 
   5. Participates in the departmental Library Liaison program providing
      instruction and informational services to various departments
      (both academic and clinical) of the Medical Center .
   6. Participates in the provision of educational courses, workshops
      and seminars for various patron groups within the library
      throughout the academic year.
   7. Contributes to the development and evaluation of web-delivered
      courses and instructional m aterials.
   8. Provides support to faculty in creating and maintaining course in
      Blackboard, as well as other educational technologies.
   9. Acts as a subject liaison for Internet resources database on
      selected health sciences topics.
  10. Investigates new technologies including Web 2.0 technologies and
      digital video to determine possible library applications.
  11. Contributes to library marketing and communication activities.
  12. Participates in orientation and training activities for new
      reference librarians.
  13. Participates in collection development activities for the
      reference collection. 
  14. Participates in community-based educational outreach activities.
  15. Assists in management of student listservs and library e-mail
      accounts.
  16. Provides research consultations to library patrons as requested.
  17. Other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

Qualifications:

Basic:

    * MLS from an ALA-accredited school or equivalent relevant Masters
      degree
    * Minimum of 2-3 years experience teaching information literacy
      skills and providing reference service or 2-3 years providing
      educational technology support in a library environment
    * Experience searching biomedical literature and full-text databases
      including MEDLINE
    * Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Camtasia or
      equivalent programs
    * Experience with course management software and development of
      online instructional modules or tutorials
    * Experience with and knowledge of Web 2.0 technologies.

 

Preferred: 

    * Knowledge of Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) and EBM resources
    * Experience providing advanced information services in an academic
      health sciences library

    * Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

    * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all levels of
      library staff and patrons.

 

The minimum salary is from $50,000, based on experience and 
qualifications, plus excellent academic benefits. The review of 
applications will begin on June 1, 2008 and will continue until the 
position is filled. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirement to 
the address below. Also provide the names and contact information of 3 
references including telephone numbers and addresses. Only complete 
applications will be considered.

 

The George Washington University Medical Center

Attention: J. Marie Miller

Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

2300 Eye Street, NW

Washington , DC 20037

 

The George Washington University is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE 
ACTION EMPLOYER.

 

 

 


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