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---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Rose Marshall <[log in to unmask]> Date: Mon, Apr 6, 2009 at 3:23 PM Subject: [collib-l] Job Vacancy To: [log in to unmask] University of South Carolina Aiken seeks a full-time Reference Librarian for a 12 month tenure track Assistant Professorship. Responsibilities include delivery of print and electronic reference services; communication about new resources to faculty, staff, and students; participation in instruction and collection development; development of innovative services and user aids; planning and updating of Library web pages. Minimum qualifications: ALA accredited MLS; expertise in the use of traditional and Web-based resources; strong commitment to public service and teamwork; excellent organizational and communication skills; familiarity with information technology and its applications in an academic setting. Preferred: recent academic library experience in reference/electronic services. Salary: $41,000 - 43,000 depending upon experience. Review of files will begin April 30, 2009, and continue until position is filled. Only complete files will be reviewed. Apply online at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=3D62437. In addition to the on-line application, please submit an electronic copy of your vita and a separate letter of application. Also, please send transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to Rose Parkman Marshall, Reference Librarian Search Committee Chair, Gregg-Graniteville Library, University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Pky, Aiken, SC, 29801. USC Aiken seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty consistent with its diverse student body and the diversity in the surrounding community. USCA is an AA/EOE. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Tue, 7 Apr 2009 16:16:50 -0400 From: Christina Moyer <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Library Intern, Eskind Biomedical Library, Vanderbilt University Library Intern – Position 00131938 Eskind Biomedical Library (EBL) at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) offers a 1-year Library Intern appointment with the possibility for extension to a second year Fellowship given appropriate demonstration of skills/knowledge and successful completion of initial training. Candidates who progress to a second year may be eligible for a regular librarian position upon successful completion of the Fellowship year. The internship is designed to provide training in a dynamic health care environment. The library operates as an Integrated Advanced Information Management System (IAIMS) library that is integrated with the Department of Biomedical Informatics and other departments as part of the Informatics Center. In this unique setting, interns have opportunities for advanced training in health science librarianship and biomedical informatics. Goals and Projects In addition to working with essential library products and services, interns experience a variety of exciting responsibilities such as filtered and evidence-based information services to VUMC clinicians; working with researchers; participating in projects to integrate filtered information provision into informatics tools; developing library research projects and scholarly communications; enhancing knowledge management tools; participating in and developing user and staff training sessions; and using their skills to assist fellow library staff and users. Training Approach The training approach is a mixture of life-long learning and project-based management. Library interns will be actively involved in various program areas or projects in order to develop or enhance skills such as leadership, setting priorities, planning, time management and allocating resources. Along with the extensive experiential training, the intern is expected to complete the library's comprehensive staff training program and may potentially audit classes in the Vanderbilt Schools of Medicine and Nursing and attend biomedical informatics seminars and grand rounds. In addition, interns are expected to demonstrate knowledge gained through the training program in skills verification sessions. This intern position offers unique exposure to all facets of an innovative and internationally-recognized academic medical center library. The program is designed for recent MLS graduates who want the opportunity to participate in a dynamic library environment as well as for librarians with 2-5 years of experience who wish to enhance their skills. Desired Qualifications The successful candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills, a high level of self-direction and motivation, demonstrated attention to detail, and proven excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills. Interns should have a demonstrated interest in lifelong learning and in contributing to the profession through research projects and scholarly communication. Interns should be very proficient with technology use and integration. Candidates should also be able to prioritize and work both independently and as part of a team. Candidates should possess a vision for the future of libraries/information services and be excited about working in a fast paced, highly demanding and dynamic environment. Candidates should be committed to working in a non-traditional health sciences library and have demonstrated interest in the biomedical sciences. Candidates with dual master’s degrees, particularly in the areas of public health, informatics, or business, are especially encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Shift hours could vary; will work 5-6 Saturdays/year. Environment The Annette and Irwin Eskind Biomedical Library is the principal health information delivery vehicle for Vanderbilt University Medical Center <http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/>. The architecturally striking facility was opened in March 1994 with state-of-the-art information management systems and technology. The library, along with the Department of Biomedical Informatics, the Information Systems, Information Technology Integration, and Network Computing Services groups, and the Vanderbilt Center for Better Health form the Informatics Center <http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/infocntr/index.html>. Members of the library work in partnership with other researchers and developers in the Informatics Center to innovate the delivery of health information to the region. Unique among academic health centers, Vanderbilt University Medical Center entrusts its Informatics Center with the responsibility for providing the essential information infrastructure for patient care, management, research and education - including the support for informatics-related research and education in clinical informatics and the field of bioinformatics (including new initiatives in genomics and proteomics); and fusing scholarly research in biomedical informatics with the dissemination of the resultant knowledge to individuals through its education programs and into operation through the infrastructure. The Medical Center, which includes a hospital and children’s hospital with 847 beds, state-of-the-art outpatient clinics, extensive research facilities, and the Schools of Medicine and Nursing, is an integral part of Vanderbilt's ten schools and colleges. Consistently rated among US News and World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools,” Vanderbilt is one of over 15 colleges and universities in Nashville <http://www.nashvillecvb.com/>, Tennessee, the state capital. With a metropolitan population of over one million people, Nashville is a major business and education center for the mid-South. Salary and Benefits The minimum salary for the position is $38,000; the salary is commensurate with experience. Following successful completion of key training modules and their corresponding verification sessions, the Library Intern may be eligible to continue into a second year fellowship position with an appropriate salary increase. Other benefits <http://hr.vanderbilt.edu/benefits/index.htm> are those of exempt staff at Vanderbilt, including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 9 paid holidays. More information about benefits is available at the Vanderbilt Human Resources Web site. To Apply Submit your resume and cover letter via the Vanderbilt Human Resources site <http://hr.vanderbilt.edu/jobs/index.htm> (http://hr.vanderbilt.edu/jobs/index.htm), job requisition number SC11899. Submit questions concerning the position to: Frances Lynch, MLS, AHIP Associate Director for Administration Eskind Biomedical Library Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN 37232-8340 [log in to unmask] Fax: (615) 936-1384 Candidates contacted for an on-site or videoconference interview may be required to give a short presentation on a topic to be assigned and provide a sample of their writing. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, persons with disabilities, and women are encouraged to apply. Background screens will be performed and education will be verified prior to employment. Please be prepared to provide required information and/or documentation. Vanderbilt is a smoke-free workplace in compliance with the Non-Smoker Protection Act, Tennessee Code Annotated 39-17-1801-1810. In accordance with that law and Vanderbilt policy, smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on Vanderbilt property.