Systematic Review Librarian

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development funds

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Systematic Review Librarian, a 48-week tenure-line faculty role reporting to the Associate Director of HHSL. You will manage the Systematic Review Service and conduct advanced information synthesis with researchers from Penn State College of Medicine and Hershey Medical Center.

As a reference provider and departmental liaison, you’ll support clinical departments, Nursing Education, and the Physician’s Assistant

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent/advanced degree in relevant disciplines.
• Experience in collaborative research and systematic review expert searcher training.
• Familiarity with PRISMA/JBI and systematic review software (Rayyan, Covidence, etc.).
• Experience as a liaison librarian providing instruction, reference, and research support.
• Strong knowledge of print and digital information resources.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of the Libraries Systematic Review Service.
• Serve as the primary librarian for advanced information synthesis projects in collaboration with Penn State College of Medicine researchers.
• Provide reference services and act as a faculty departmental liaison to clinical departments and nursing education.

Education

MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program

Graduate degree in library or information studies

Experience in collaborative research

Liaison librarian experience

Knowledge of information resources (print & digital)

Clear communication and collaborative skills

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Tools

PRISMA/JBI

Rayyan

Covidence

Open Science workflows

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Systematic Review Librarian. This is a 48-week tenure-line faculty position reporting to the Associate Director of the Harrell Health Sciences Library (HHSL). The Librarian for Systematic Review is responsible for the management of the Libraries Systematic Review Service and is the primary librarian for conducting advanced information synthesis projects in partnership with Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center researchers. This position provides reference services and functions as a faculty departmental liaison to several clinical departments as well as Nursing Education and the Physician’s Assistant Program.

Required Qualifications

• An MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent/advanced degree in relevant academic disciplines);
• Experience in collaborative research, systematic review expert searcher training;
• Familiarity with PRISMA/JBI and systematic review software (Rayyan, Covidence, etc.);
• Experience as a liaison librarian providing instruction, reference, and research support;
• Strong knowledge of print and digital information resources;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team;
• and Demonstrated commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in a health sciences library;
• Experience in course integrated library instruction;
• Demonstrated experience with current technologies such as online meeting systems, Open Science workflows, project management tools, Microsoft products and specialized library research software.

The successful candidate may be hired at the rank of Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian. Candidate for the rank of Assistant Librarian should possess a graduate degree in library or information studies or other or equivalent/advanced degree in relevant academic disciplines; must have demonstrated potential ability as a librarian; and must show promise of growth in research and service. Candidate for the rank of Associate Librarian should possess the same qualifications as the Assistant Librarian, and further demonstrate excellence in librarianship, show evidence of an established reputation in research, and have a strong record of service to the University and the profession.

More information can be found in the Guideline for Promotion and Tenure Criteria: https://libraries.psu.edu/policies/ul-acg07.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience. In addition to a competitive salary, full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits program, generous paid time off, and tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. In addition, faculty in the University Libraries are afforded funds for professional development travel annually.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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