UNT Health Science Center
Job Description

Proposed title: Emerging Technologies Coordinator

Purpose/Description 

Serves as the technology advisor for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine South Central Region (NN/LM SCR). Coordinates, promotes and implements technology based services to the region. Identifies emerging technologies that will assist regional stakeholders in providing services to their communities. The Emerging Technologies Coordinator will assess regional technological information needs, provide technical support and instruction to network members, assist other coordinators with technology issues and serve as the webmaster for the NN/LM SCR website. The Emerging Technologies Coordinator will be assigned to provide liaison services and management of sub-award recipient contracts and to the resource libraries within the states of New Mexico and Louisiana. Job duties include course development, classroom instruction and virtual instruction. This position will serve as the subject liaison to the region in the areas of technology, emerging technologies, e-Science, big data and program planning.

The incumbent reports to the Executive Director and the position is funded through a 5-year cooperative agreement (2016-2021) with the National Library of Medicine (NLM). 

Job Duties

General Responsibilities 

•	Serves as technology advisor for the South Central Region (SCR) of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine
•	Coordinates, promotes, and implements technology based services to the region 
•	Assesses regional technological information needs 
•	Provides technical support and instruction to network members 
•	Provide assistance to coordinators on technology issues
•	Researches and educates regional stakeholders in emerging trends in e-science
•	Researches and educates regional stakeholders in emerging trends in big data and data management
•	Identifies and promotes NLM funding opportunities throughout the region 
•	Serves as the webmaster for the NN/LM SCR website 
•	Serves as the liaison to the NN/LM Web Services Office 
•	Ensures the viability of SCR communications and instructional technologies (e.g. Blog, listserv, web conferencing systems, course management systems) 
•	Ensures web pages meet Section 508 compliance and accessibility requirements and adhere to web standards 
•	Monitors internet connectivity for the network and connectivity project sites 
•	Develops and provides technological information support materials (e.g., articles, fact sheets) for the SCR 
•	Researches and recommends services/products offered by software/hardware vendors based on quality and price 
•	Identifies grant and funding opportunities for technology programs 
•	Reviews proposals and helps complete applications for technology funding 
•	Promote the roles of libraries and institutions that have received or are seeking CTSA awards with a focus on community engagement 
•	Coordinates NN/LM SCR Big Data Advisory Committee meetings

Serves as state liaison to Louisiana and New Mexico
•	Identifies, establishes and maintains relationships with LA and NM network members 
•	Establishes and maintains relationships with LA and NM minority populations, and healthcare and information professionals (e.g., Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Indian Health Service, etc.) 
•	Works with resource library directors and designated outreach subcontract contacts to identify programmatic and service needs in LA and NM
•	Plans and implements appropriate services and programming to meet the health information needs in LA and NM
 
Coordinates e-licensing for the Region 
•	Assists NN/LM SCR PALs with negotiating e-license agreements that meet the needs of their institutions 
•	Develops resources and training on e-licensing issues that support the NN/LM mission 
Performs NN/LM SCR coordinator duties 
•	Serves as the subject liaison to the region in the areas of technology, emerging technologies, e-Science, big data and program planning
•	Monitors subcontracts, evaluates quarterly reports, and routinely provides feedback to NN/LM SCR 
•	Trains librarians, consumers, and healthcare professionals on NLM databases 
•	Develops and delivers distance education classes 
•	Develops course curriculum, content, and materials 
•	Notifies network members of new courses and course offerings 
•	Assesses regional educational and information needs and assists with the development of programs 
•	Staffs exhibits at conferences or meetings 
•	Conducts presentations at conferences on NLM databases and NN/LM SCR services 
•	Communicates with network members via listservs, SCR blog and Facebook 

•	Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience
Required:

ALA Accredited MLS or equivalent, minimum 2 years professional experience

Skills: 

•	Excellent presentation and course development skills 
•	Familiarity with library technology
•	Familiarity with emerging technologies
•	Web design and HTML experience 
•	Ability to work in a team environment 
•	Excellent written and oral communication skills 
•	A valid driver’s license and overnight travel is required 
     
Preferred:
•	Understanding trends within the field of e-Science
•	Experience developing data management programs and initiatives
•	Familiarity with emerging technology trends within the health sciences professions
•	Discovery Product or Integrated Library Service (ILS) system migration experience
•	Sharepoint administration experience
•	Previous experience with a content management system (i.e. Drupal)