<div dir="ltr"><div>Please share with colleagues who might be interested in these positions! Thanks!</div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>University of Minnesota Health Sciences Libraries</b></div><div><br></div><div><b>Two Positions Available</b></div>
<div><br></div><div><b>Biomedical/Research Services Liaison and Pharmacy Liaison</b></div><div><br></div><div>The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications for two positions in the Health Sciences Libraries. We seek applicants who are innovative and flexible, offer subject expertise and technology skills, and possess an understanding of research processes in the sciences to provide leadership and help shape the future of library services.</div>
<div><br></div><div>The Health Sciences Libraries (HSL) division of the University Libraries includes the Bio-Medical Library and the Wangensteen Historical Library of Biology and Medicine on the Minneapolis campus, and the Veterinary Medical Library on the St. Paul campus. The positions will report to the Associate Director for Education & Research Services and will collaborate with eight librarian liaisons in HSL as well as other science librarians across the University Libraries.</div>
<div><br></div><div>The biomedical/research services liaison will support designated academic departments and research centers affiliated with the University’s Academic Health Center, including the Medical School, the Biomedical Discovery District, and the Clinical and Translational Science Institute The successful candidate will forge relationships with researchers and graduate students to develop and offer services that respond to the University’s focus on translational science and interdisciplinary research, including the Minnesota Discovery, Research and InnoVation Economy initiative for scientific research in four critical fields: food security, brain research, robotics and advancing industry while conserving the environment. The position also will provide leadership and programmatic direction for the research support services offered by the Health Sciences Libraries.</div>
<div><br></div><div>The pharmacy liaison will support the education, research and outreach activities of the College of Pharmacy. Core responsibilities include developing collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and students of the College, and creating new tools, programs and initiatives that respond to trends in patient care, scientific research and inter-professional education programs. </div>
<div><br></div><div>The University of Minnesota’s Academic Health Center is one of the nation’s few comprehensive centers encompassing programs in medicine, nursing, dentistry, public health, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and allied health, as well as a number of interdisciplinary programs that serve the entire University. The University of Minnesota and its libraries also have a strong record of outreach and service to the state and region.</div>
<div><br></div><div>The individuals will also contribute to the knowledge base of the profession through research, publication, and professional engagement, as they work toward continuous appointment status.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Required Qualifications include an American Library Association accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience. Understanding of teaching, learning and research trends in the health sciences. Evidence of program development and project management skills. An undergraduate or graduate degree in the physical, life, health, computer or related sciences, with a demonstrated understanding of the scientific research process is preferred.</div>
<div><br></div><div>The University of Minnesota is located in the center of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for their vibrant cultural programming through numerous arts venues, extensive park and recreational systems, and an engaged and diverse community (<a href="http://www1.umn.edu/wishyouwerehere/">http://www1.umn.edu/wishyouwerehere/</a>) </div>
<div><br></div><div>For complete descriptions, qualifications and to apply go to <a href="https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=117857">https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=117857</a> (Biomedical/Research and, <a href="https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=117877">https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=117877</a> (Pharmacy)</div>
<div><br></div><div>The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>-- <br>Carolyn Rauber<br>Physics, Astronomy, and Earth Sciences Librarian<br>Physical Sciences & Engineering Library<br>
<a href="https://www.lib.umn.edu/walter/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.umn.edu/walter/</a><br>University of Minnesota Twin Cities<br>(612) 625-0317<br>
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