Reference Librarian - Research Office

mcw; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

403B retirement

Competitive vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

On-campus fitness facility

Job summary

Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level librarian to provide reference and instruction services to faculty, students, and staff. Under supervision, you will develop library skills training through classes, LibGuides, online tutorials, and other materials, while supporting research, clinical and educational needs by responding to information requests and developing search strategies.

You will contact departments, present at meetings, and contribute to library services while staying

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS (ALA-accredited) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of library experience.
• Experience with health sciences information resources and databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver library training activities for medical/graduate education.
• Provide reference service and perform literature searches across databases.
• Promote library resources to departments and faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain LibGuides webpages with current content.
• Participate in continuing education to stay current in biomedical librarianship.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Reference services

Information literacy instruction

LibGuides development

Communication & collaboration

Education

MLS/MLIS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

PubMed

Web of Science

Scopus

Embase

Job description

Summary

The Office of Research helps to facilitate life-saving biomedical research at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Nine distinct units provide specialized support to meet the administrative needs of our investigators and research staff. Together we coordinate, regulate, and monitor research studies as well as provide high quality services for investigative teams. The MCW Libraries supports all institutional missions and partners by providing access to and support for information resources, and specialized services for faculty, researchers, students, clinicians, staff, and community members.

This entry-level librarian position provides reference and instruction services to faculty, students, and staff. Under the supervision of a library manager, the librarian develops and implements library skills training activities, including classroom instruction, LibGuides webpages, online tutorials, and other user training materials. The librarian supports the research, clinical, and educational needs of library users by responding to LibAnswers information requests and by developing and documenting database search strategies in library bibliographic databases. The librarian raises awareness of library services by proactively contacting departments in assigned areas and by attending department presentations and meetings to learn about the information needs of researchers, clinicians, and learners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement library training activities in support of medical and graduate student education by developing, scheduling and teaching classes and by creating LibGuides pages and online tutorials.
• Provide effective reference service by responding to LibAnswers information requests, performing literature searches in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and other databases, and by assisting other library staff with advanced information requests.
• Raise awareness of library resources and services by proactively contacting assigned departments and department faculty, staff, and students, and by providing group and one‑on‑one training sessions.
• Maintain assigned LibGuides webpages, regularly developing new content using academic health sciences library best practices.
• Participate in Medical Library Association continuing education classes to develop skills and to stay current on information resources, educational technologies and academic medicine trends.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Knowledge of health sciences information resources and the ability to develop effective search strategies in databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase, and others.
• Knowledge of instructional skills, including class design, delivery, and the creation of online learning materials. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a customer focus and the ability to build trust and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff. Critical thinking, project management, and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Master's degree or higher in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution, or equivalent

Minimum Required Experience: 2 years

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers

At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our engagements with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit‑based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we