[Anchasl-l] Information and Education Services Librarian

[Robert James]

Duke University Medical Center Library 



POSITION:                           Information and Education Services Librarian   

DEPARTMENT/UNIT:       Information & Education Services 

REPORTS TO:                     Associate Director for Public Services 

DATE:                               Available immediately 



GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

The Duke University Medical Center Library seeks applications for an entry 
level Assistant Librarian to work in a dynamic academic health sciences 
library that serves a nationally recognized medical school and medical 
center.  Candidates must demonstrate adaptability to change, confidence in 
a fast paced, innovative organization, a willingness to learn and 
implement new approaches to library services, enthusiasm for the 
profession, creativity in the use of information technology, and a broad 
vision of the future of academic medical libraries.  Experience in library 
education services, web page and online tutorial development, and project 
management is beneficial, but not required.  Recent graduates with a 
Master's degree in Library or Information Science are strongly encouraged 
to apply. 

The Information & Education Services Librarian is responsible for 
supporting the application of evidence based practice in the Duke 
University Medical Center; developing and teaching information management 
instructional programs; applying web based technology to the delivery of 
services, participating in library strategic planning; providing 
leadership on special projects; and assisting patrons in locating accurate 
and timely information in support of quality clinical care, biomedical 
research, and health sciences education. 


GENERAL DUTIES: 
These percentages are not exact, but will vary according to priorities, 
special initiatives, and the particular aptitudes of the selected 
candidate. 

Education and Instruction   40%   
·        Promotes and supports Medical Center department applications of 
evidence-based practice in clinical, research and educational settings. 
·        Works with Medical Center departments on specialized information projects 
and services. 
·        Develops customized approaches for information, education, and training. 
·        Teaches and develops classes for information management and library 
resources. 
·        Provides library tours and orientation sessions. 
Web Pages and Online Tutorials   30%   
·        Creates and maintains web page content and links, primarily for 
Information and Education Services. 
·        Develops and updates interactive online tutorials for databases and 
information technology. 
·        Specializes in specific information management resources. 
·        Provides recommendations for the design, organization, and content of the 
Library web site. 
Leadership and Project Management   20%   
·        Provides leadership by coordinating Medical Center Library projects and 
initiatives.   
·        Actively participates in the Library's management team, committees, and 
task forces. 
·        Represents the library on campus committees and task forces. 
·        Serves as a liaison to other departments in the Medical Center.   
·        Represents the Library in professional library associations, consortiums, 
and networks.   
·        Participates in goal setting for the Information and Education Services 
department and Library. 
·        Approaches projects and planning with a broad vision of library services 
and considers innovative and alternative approaches to traditional 
services and resources. 
Reference Service and Other Assignments   10%   
·        Provides on-call reference and information services in the library. 
·        Offers in-depth information consultations in the library and Medical 
Center departments. 
·        Answers information and education questions via phone, email, and other 
communication media.   
·        Performs mediated database and Internet searches. 
·        Recommends materials for the Library's reference and circulating 
collections. 
·        Evaluates and recommends electronic resources. 
·        Provides backup for other library service units. 


QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: 

Required: Master's degree in Library or Information Science. 

Experience: 

Required:  Knowledge of library instruction and education services, information 
and reference services, database searching strategies, web pages and 
online tutorials, and  project management. 

Preferred:  Work experience in a health sciences information environment, and/or 
direct  experience in two or more of the required skills, including 
library field work or internships. 

Specific Skills and Knowledge: 

Required: Customer-service orientation; excellent organizational and communication 
skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele; ability to 
work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment; 
initiative to acquire new skills; flexibility with assignments; ability to 
set priorities and lead projects; and knowledge of principles for 
searching and evaluating electronic resources. 

Preferred: Knowledge of health sciences information resources, familiarity with 
health sciences disciplines; and a broad understanding of trends in 
academic medical libraries. 

Salary: 

Salary dependent on qualifications and experience, minimum $37,863. 

Benefits: 

Duke University provides a generous benefits package with numerous options 
for health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability 
insurance, retirement plans, health and wellness programs, and educational 
assistance.   Additional information about benefits is available at http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/main.html. 

Applications: 

Send letter of application, resume and names of three references to 
Vanessa Sellars, Assistant Director of Administrative Services, Duke 
University Medical Center Library, Box 3702, Durham NC 27710.  Review of 
applications will begin on September 15, 2005 and will continue until the 
position is filled.  Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal 
Opportunity employer. 
The Medical Center Library, a leader in advancing the role of information 
services in the Medical Center, is committed to providing the "best way to 
the best information." In support of the mission of the Duke University Medical Center, we are active partners in clinical, research, and educational 
initiatives. The Library supports staff development and encourages 
participation in local, regional, and national organizations. Our 
extensive print and electronic collections support the faculty, staff, and 
students from the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Division of 
Allied Health, and the Duke Health System. 
Duke University is located in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, an area rich in educational, cultural, and 
recreational opportunities. The Triangle, named for the three cities of Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh, is the home of several institutions of higher education (The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, and North Carolina Central University) and the Research Triangle Park, internationally recognized as a center for cutting-edge research and 
development. The Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic Coast beaches are 
also within an easy drive of the Piedmont. 



Robert James
Associate Director of Public Services
Medical Center Library
Duke University Box 3702
Durham, NC 27710

Phone (919) 660-1157
Pager  (919) 970-2783
FAX     (919) 681-7599
Email   robert.james at duke.edu
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