Information Specialist at Norris Medical Library, Los Angeles, California

Salary: $53,045 to $71,200

Status:Full-time

Posted:08/15/12

Deadline:11/30/12

Information Specialist

(Medical Education/Reference Librarian)  University of Southern California Requisition ID:  015109 GENERAL INFORMATION The University of Southern California Norris Medical Library seeks an innovative and energetic librarian to serve as Information Specialist and liaison to the Keck School of Medicine.  The Norris Medical Library is an academic research library serving the schools of Medicine and Pharmacy, the divisions of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, and the master programs for Public Health and Nurse Anesthesia.  The library has a strong emphasis on providing access to a wide variety of electronic information resources, and educating faculty, students, and staff through seminars on Internet resources, presentation software, database searching, evidence-based health care, mobile devices, and bibliographic management. The library contains 178,000 volumes and receives 2,968 current electronic journals. The library staff of 36.5 FTE includes 13 librarians/professionals. For additional information, see the library’s website, www.usc.edu/nml. The Information Specialist position engages actively with the faculty and staff of the medical school to develop and evaluate curriculum-based instruction and assignments in medical information retrieval and evidence-based medicine.  The librarian must be experienced in the use of emerging technologies and will instruct faculty and students on the use of devices and software.  This position collaborates with other Information Specialists in the Education and Research Services Division of the library to provide reference and consultation services and workshop instruction to the USC Health Sciences community. RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee library’s educational program for the Keck School of Medicine including the development and evaluation of course content, support materials and assignments. Works closely with faculty to integrate relevant library instruction at all appropriate points in the curriculum. Participate in Keck School of Medicine Curriculum Committee meetings and provide faculty workshops on the use of new and emerging technologies. Provide reference and consultation services to faculty, staff and students of the Health Sciences Campus. Serve on library and campus-wide committees in support of innovation and improvement of services. Participate in scholarly, professional, and service activities that enhance education and library programs. QUALIFICATIONS Masters in Library Science or equivalent degree. Minimum 1 year of professional library experience in an academic health sciences library; Prefer 3+ years experience. Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience in providing in-person or online instruction. Experience using health science information resources and conducting literature searches. Experience and facility with using current and emerging technologies. Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Demonstrated initiative and ability to manage multiple projects. STATUS/SALARY This position is in a continuing-appointment track, the USC Libraries’ equivalent to tenure.  Rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. BENEFITS 37½ hour week; 22 days vacation; sick leave; disability plan; retirement plan (TIAA/CREF and other options); tuition assistance; medical, dental and life insurance; credit union; group auto and homeowner's insurance available. How To Apply Applications must be submitted via USC’s online faculty application website: https://jobs.usc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65953 As part of the application, candidates must upload in Word or PDF a cover letter and curriculum vitae. For more information about this position, contact Daniel Grande, USC Norris Medical Library, (323) 442?1130, email dgrande@usc.edu.  USC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.