Assistant /Associate Professor Job Listing at UAMS in Little Rock, AR (Job ID R0054559-1)

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Closing Date:

05/31/2024
Type of Position:
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department: AA | Library Education & Research Srvs

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: The Education and Research Services (E&RS) Department at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Library is seeking a Research & Clinical Search Services Librarian to join our team. This non-tenured faculty position reports to the Head of Education and Research Services and works in a team-oriented environment. This is an on-site, non-telework position.
E&RS faculty enjoy a variety of opportunities from working in a diverse and vibrant academic environment and contribute to the mission of UAMS. This includes improving the health, health care and well-being of Arkansans and others in the region, nation, and world.

Our department offers services in support of instructional, clinical, and research activities, such as literature searching and teaching about information resources and their use. A primary goal of our work is to promote awareness of information resource services to UAMS faculty and staff, whether they are at the Little Rock campus or spread across the state at the UAMS Regional Centers or the UAMS Northwest Campus.
E&RS faculty are engaged in a variety of professional activities, which include service to professional associations, contributions to the profession's knowledge base through research, conference presentations, creation/teaching of continuing education courses or original publications. The pursuit of expertise and improvement of professional skills are encouraged for all E&RS faculty.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• ALA-accredited MLS, MLIS, MIS, or ALA-equivalent or a masters' degree in a health profession
• 2-3 years of professional experience in a health sciences, special, or academic library
• Proficiency with health sciences databases, resources, and literature
• Experience teaching and/or making public presentations
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work collegially with world class clinicians and researchers in various arenas

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Undergraduate or graduate background or work experience in the biological or health sciences.
• Knowledge of evidence-based medicine issues and demonstrated experience with EBM resources.
• Experience as expert searcher for development of guidelines or systematic reviews.
• Ability to plan, coordinate workflows, and implement projects.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and participation in professional activities.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

RESEARCH & CLINICAL SEARCH SERVICES (RCSS) RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts expert customized literature searches for researchers and clinicians including systematic reviews/meta-analyses.
• Triages incoming RCSS requests to E&RS faculty for literature searches.
• Provides consultation services for faculty, staff and students with regard to all aspects of literature searching.
• Evaluates retrieved citations and other materials to determine closeness of fit to requestor's recall and precision requirements, expectations, or subject domain familiarity.
• Stays current on expert searching trends, methods, techniques, and database search interfaces and features.
• Develops newsletter articles and other instructional/promotional materials about search techniques & resources.
• Develops and teaches in-service training and other workshops to support evidence-based practice initiatives, guideline development, systematic review, meta-analysis, and other advanced literature searching applications.
• Designs and runs specialized reports for research needs.
• Maintains the RCSS search log and all statistics related to the RCSS.
• Assists with any special projects related to RCSS.

E&RS FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES

All research librarians participate in departmental and library faculty activities and act as a library liaison to an academic department and/or clinical or research units. They also contribute to departmental and library-wide strategic planning processes and serve on library and UAMS committees.  

REFERENCE TEAM

• Provides reference services which include responding to requests received via walk-ins, phone and email. 
• Provides consultations regarding use of biomedical resources and library services.
• Provides technical assistance (for example – use of mobile apps)
• Identifies staff training and continuing education needs and develops, implements, and evaluates staff training
• Develops self-directed learning modules, online teaching aids and user guides.
• Participates in other departmental and library-wide projects and cross-departmental teams.
• Cooperates with other staff to achieve library goals and objectives and to provide efficient and effective services.
   

EDUCATION  TEAM

• Assists with developing, teaching, and evaluating classes regarding use of library and information resources, scholarly publishing and library research methodologies.
• Participates in appropriate instructional programs or conferences supporting faculty development and/or curricula.
• Serves as a resource and mentor to other librarians participating in educational activities.

LIAISON  TEAM

• Assists in fostering partnerships between the Library and the research, educational, clinical and outreach programs at UAMS.
• Acts as Liaison to selected colleges and other research-related entities as assigned.

OUTREACH  TEAM 

• Participates on the Library's Outreach Team
• Assists with outreach classes, exhibits and presentations as needed.
• May perform other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Frequent Physical Activity:
Occasional Physical Activity:
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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