Health Sciences Librarian

Position Description

Seattle University’s Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning Commons seeks a creative and collaborative Health Sciences librarian to support our highly ranked College of Nursing, Pre-Health, and Kinesiology programs.

We seek individuals with a passion for working with undergraduate and graduate students engaged in the health sciences, as well as the experience or aptitude to collaborate with our active Nursing and health sciences faculty. As a subject liaison, you will have responsibilities to maintain subject expertise, develop collections, provide specialized research services and instruction, and create resource guides for our health sciences programs across campus. As a member of the Research Services Team, you will be expected to provide research assistance to students, staff, faculty, and the wider community through services such as in-person and virtual research consultations. As a member of the Library Faculty, you will contribute to library-wide initiatives by serving on library, campus, and consortial committees, participate in strategic planning initiatives.

This 12-month non-tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian, is available September 1, 2022, and will report to the Director, Research Services. Rank will be determined by the level of experience of the successful candidate. The Lemieux Library is especially interested in promoting an environment of inclusive excellence and welcomes applications from candidates committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum degree required:

• MLS (Master of Library Science) from an ALA-accredited program or non-U.S. equivalent.

Minimum qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience providing research/reference services, information literacy instruction, collection development, and/or outreach services, preferably in Nursing and/or the health sciences.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and best practices in academic librarianship and/or health sciences librarianship.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism.
• Experience working with, or leading, project teams, and communicating effectively across teams.
• Willingness to support and contribute to the mission, vision, and values of Seattle University.

Desirable qualifications:

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in a health sciences related field.
• More than 2 years of experience providing library liaison services to Nursing and/or health sciences programs.
• Experience with research, scholarly publication, professional development, and service activities in areas appropriate to academic librarianship.

About Seattle University

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals who will further enrich the diversity of our educational community.

To learn more about Seattle University, including the university’s mission, vision, and values, visit https://www.seattleu.edu/about/. For information regarding the university’s 2022-2027 strategic directions, visit https://www.seattleu.edu/strategic-directions/.

Benefits of Working at Seattle University

Seattle University offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Choice between three medical plans, dental and vision insurance plans
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Employee life insurance and AD&D
• Retirement plan, 100% vested immediately, with generous employer contribution immediately available with eligible prior service
• 20 paid vacation days, with generous holiday schedule, including paid holiday break closure in December
• Paid sabbatical every seven years upon fulfilling eligibility requirements
• Tuition remission available to you, your spouse, and dependents, who can also participate in a tuition exchange with over 600 institutions
• Flexible working schedule, including remote work
• Moving expenses covered up to a certain amount
• Professional development and travel funds
• Campus store and personal technology discounts
• Access to wellness resources, including on-campus fitness center, employee assistance program that provides up to 9 free counseling sessions per incident per family member, Cariloop, eMindful, and LinkedIn Learning

Please visit the benefits section of our website https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/  to view all the perks and benefits that Seattle University has to offer.

Zoom Information Sessions

Please join us to learn more about the position and ask questions. We are offering two Zoom information sessions where we will share more information about the university, our library, and the Health Sciences Librarian position. No registration is needed—just click the link at the listed date and time (attendees will be anonymous, times are in Pacific Standard Time):

Wednesday, July 6 at 9:00 am: https://seattleu.zoom.us/j/95862509100?pwd=MjRaSUlONHROM0V5Q1k0TXMzQlBBQT09

Tuesday, July 12 at 1:00 pm: https://seattleu.zoom.us/j/95704711014?pwd=OGhsRWE3alhaQmd2UG1wMUpSckVDUT09

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply at https://www.seattleu.edu/careers and provide:

(1) detailed cover letter of application identifying the candidate’s education, experience, and achievements related to the position (1-2 pages);

(2) comprehensive curriculum vitae;

(3) statement on how the candidate can contribute to the mission, vision, and values of Seattle University, particularly the university’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In evaluating statements, the search committee considers the applicant’s awareness of inequities and challenges faced by underrepresented minority students, staff, and faculty; and how your past and present track record of activities have reduced barriers for these groups (1 page);

(4) names and contact information for three professional references who can address the candidate's experience and ability pertinent to the position. (Letters may be solicited upon submission of application).

Application review will begin July 20, 2022. Open until filled. Library Faculty appointment will be at appropriate rank, based on experience and service.