Informationist II
| Published | November 21, 2024 |
| Location | Baltimore, MD |
| Category | Academic |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Apply Here | https://jobs.jhu.edu/job/Baltimore-Librarian-II-MD-21205/1233645800/ |
| Cover Letter Requirements | Required |
| Minimum Compensation in Local Currency | $53,800 |
| Maximum Compensation in Local Currency | $94,400 |
| Hourly or Salary? | Salary |
| Pay Grade | Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PC |
Description
Informationist II
Johns Hopkins University and Medicine is a world leader in advancing biomedical, clinical, and public health research, and providing clinical care. With its top-ranked health sciences schools, affiliated hospitals, and health system, Hopkins is committed to setting the standard for excellence in education, research, clinical care, and global engagement to improve human health. Within this dynamic environment, the Welch Medical Library serves the information needs of the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health, and the Johns Hopkins Health System including its hospitals. The Library seeks to hire a Librarian II to provide and grow our deeply embedded library services and work as an information expert alongside faculty, staff, fellows, residents, and students in assigned units across the health science schools and health system.
The successful applicant will be able to take advantage of a highly flexible work environment, build partnerships with user communities engaged in research, education, and clinical initiatives, and develop new services. Candidates will have an interest in and/or expertise in emerging services and technologies such as research impact analysis, scholarly profile systems, advanced teaching and learning methods, and application of AI tools. They will also have a demonstrated track record of self-motivation, strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, and a personal commitment to excellence and innovation. This individual will join the library’s Informationist team, which is: actively collaborating on research projects across assigned departments; embedded in the medical, public health and nursing curricula and has targeted outreach in graduate medical education; participating in clinical informationist services; and engaged as co-authors on evidence synthesis projects. The position reports to the Associate Director of Informationist Services.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Work independently and collaboratively to support faculty, researchers, staff, students, and clinicians in assigned departments.
- Deliver course-integrated instruction, orientations, and stand-alone workshops in both virtual and in-person formats.
- Contribute to the library’s support of research projects and expert-level reviews, including systematic reviews, by providing project consultations and participating as appropriate.
- Provide direct assistance to users via email, in-person, and virtual consultation (e.g., addressing reference questions or other relevant library service inquiries).
- Work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues to support the library’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
- Serve on library and departmental committees and/or task forces as appropriate.
- Represent the library and serve the broader professional community through relevant association membership and engagement, presentations, and publications.
Minimum Qualifications
- MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or an advanced related degree.
- Two years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- An additional related advanced degree.
- Professional experience working in an academic health sciences library
- Expertise with advanced information technologies and information management tools.
- Knowledgeable about information-related competencies in undergraduate and graduate education across medicine, public health, and nursing.
- Experience in teaching evidence-based practice to health professions learners.
- Creativity in approaches to active adult learner engagement.
- Interest or background in librarian involvement in systematic review process and methodologies.
- Understanding of the research and data life cycles.
- Knowledge and use of emerging technologies and software
*Welch Medical Library will provide professional development opportunities to support training and coursework for otherwise well-qualified candidates.
**Please include a CV and cover letter with application.
Classified Title: Librarian II
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PC
Starting Salary Range: $53,800 - $94,400 Annually ($70,480 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Admin Welch Informationist Services
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.