The Medical Library at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University, invites applications for the exciting new Clinical Engagement Librarian position, reflecting the
school’s clinical expansion and increased involvement in the health of the community. The salary range for this particular position begins in the low $50’s and will be based on experience. Faculty appointment (non-tenure) will be in the newly minted Medical
Librarian track in the COM. Application instructions and a link are included in the description [below].
Miami is a vibrant, multi-cultural city with world-class arts, food, beaches and more. FIU is located on the western end of Miami with highway access to affordable communities. I should note that the
city has had no hurricanes in eight years.
Regards,
Dave Boilard
David W. Boilard, MLS, MPH
Director, Medical Library
Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine – GL 323
Florida International University
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-0643; Fax: 305-348-0631
CLINICAL ENGAGEMENT LIBRARIAN
Florida International University College of Medicine
Florida International University is a comprehensive university offering 340 majors in 188 degree programs in 23 colleges and schools, with innovative bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs across all disciplines including medicine, public health, law, journalism,
hospitality, and architecture. FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Located in the heart of the dynamic south Florida urban region, our multiple campuses serve over 50,000
students, placing FIU among the ten largest universities in the nation. Our annual research expenditures in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU the go-to solutions center for issues ranging from local to global. FIU leads
the nation in granting bachelor’s degrees, including in the STEM fields, to minority students and is first in awarding STEM master’s degrees to Hispanics. Our students, faculty, and staff reflect Miami’s diverse population, earning FIU the designation of Hispanic-Serving
Institution. At FIU, we are proud to be ‘Worlds Ahead’! For more information about FIU, visit fiu.edu.
Minimum qualifications include Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA Accredited Program and a minimum of three (3) years professional experience in an Academic Health Science or Clinical/Hospital Library.
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with instructional and emerging information technologies, the ability to troubleshoot technical access problems and to effectively communicate with the IT staffs at clinical sites, the ability to work independently
and collaboratively, and excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 507288 at
http://careers.fiu.edu and attach letter of interest, curriculum vitae and listing of three professional references in a single pdf file. To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be
received by March 19, 2014. Review will continue until position is filled.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer.