Academic Coordinator for the Middle Atlantic Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (Faculty Librarian in Health Sciences Library System)
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System (HSLS) invites
applications for the position of Academic Coordinator for the Middle Atlantic
Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM MAR). We are
looking for an energetic, creative, innovative, and service-oriented
individual interested in being part of a collaborative team that works
together to improve access to and sharing of biomedical and health information
resources, with an emphasis on resources produced by the National Library of
Medicine. This position will be one of a team of four coordinators reporting
to the NN/LM MAR Executive Director.

  
The Academic Coordinator has primary responsibility for designing and
evaluating outreach and education programs aimed at academic institutions,
with a special focus on community colleges, research universities and
colleges/universities with programs in the health sciences, health and science
education, library science, emergency management, and environmental health.
The position will also participate in assessing needs and developing programs
for those working within academic institutions as they relate to creating data
management plans and helping scientific researchers find appropriate data
repositories to submit their data.

  
The position involves substantial travel that will include site visits,
exhibits and teaching, primarily within the states served by NN/LM MAR:
Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Delaware.

  
HSLS serves as the NN/LM MAR Regional Medical Library (RML) under a 5-year
contract with the National Library of Medicine. The current contract runs
through April 30, 2016. Pending successful re-application, HSLS will continue
as the RML for the 2016-2021 period.

  
The goal of the NN/LM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve
public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to
biomedical information, and improve individuals' access to information to
enable them to make informed decisions about their health. Eight Health
Sciences Libraries across the country function as the RML for their respective
region. The RMLs coordinate the operation of NN/LM libraries and other
organizations to carry out regional and national programs.

  
**Specific responsibilities:**  
  
Identifies academic institutions where there is an opportunity to introduce
NLM resources, and solicits proposals for training and/or other programs or
services; creates and encourages partnerships to increase access to biomedical
and health information and promote NLM resources within academic institutions.

  
Provides support, advocacy, and consultation for academic librarians at
community colleges and colleges/universities with a focus on building skills
that promote access to biomedical and health information.

  
Develops in person and online workshops and training sessions with a special
emphasis on increasing access to biomedical and health information and
promoting NLM and NIH resources; works collaboratively with the National
Library of Medicine Training Center and other NN/LM regions to share
information and to mitigate duplication of effort.

  
Serves as the liaison to academic librarians and attends regional chapter
meetings, such as ALA, ACRL, and SLA.

  
Exhibits at national, regional and local conferences and meetings reaching
NN/LM MAR target populations; submits workshop proposals aimed at educating
students, faculty, and staff about NLM and NIH resources.

  
Provides information and consultation on NN/LM MAR funding and awards;
solicits funding applications from Network members and monitors progress of
ongoing awards.

  
Consults with the NN/LM Outreach Evaluation Resource Center (OERC) and
provides consultation on effective evaluation techniques for outreach awards;
serves as regional needs assessment and evaluation liaison for NN/LM MAR
outreach programs to academic institutions.

  
Contributes articles to the MAR Newsletter.

  
Identifies newsletters and communication channels to reach staff at community
colleges and colleges/universities with programs in the health sciences,
health and science education, library science, emergency management, and
environmental health.

  
Serves as primary staff contact and provides support to the NN/LM MAR Academic
Outreach Special Advisory Group.

  
Maintains standards of accessibility for all resources created and maintained.
Accessibility must be in accordance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
and follow NN/LM guidelines for class materials.

  
**Qualifications for the Academic Coordinator are:**  
  
MLS from ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent advanced degree

Familiarity with NLM and NN/LM programs

Demonstrated knowledge of NLM resources

Demonstrated skills in oral and written communication, project management, and
problem-solving

Experience in developing classes and teaching workshops and/or seminars

Proficiency in software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Web-based
applications for online education

Willingness to travel; valid driver's license at the time of employment

Flexibility and ability to manage competing priorities

Strong service orientation and ability to work collaboratively with
colleagues, health professionals and consumers in a diverse, multi-cultural
community

Preference will be given to candidates with health sciences backgrounds;
experience in academic libraries; and/or experience in designing and providing
interactive educational classes.

  
Qualified candidates should submit applications via email document attachments
to Renae Barger, Executive Director, NN/LM Middle Atlantic Region,
[log in to unmask] Please include cover letter, CV, and names and contact
information for three professional references.

  
Review of candidates will begin on September 14, 2015 and will continue until
the position is filled.

  
Minimum starting salary is $48,000. Salary is negotiable, based on experience.
Position is a full-time, non-tenured faculty librarian. The University of
Pittsburgh is an AA/EOE/ADA Employer. The University supports diversity
initiatives and encourages minorities to apply.

  
For more information about The University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences
Library System, visit
[http://www.hsls.pitt.edu/about](http://www.hsls.pitt.edu/about).

  
For more information about NN/LM MAR, visit
[http://nnlm.gov/mar](http://nnlm.gov/mar).

  
For more information about the University of Pittsburgh, visit
[www.pitt.edu/about](http://www.pitt.edu/about).

  
Pittsburgh, PA, is an attractive city with a reasonable cost of living. Money
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