Reference and Research:

Provide high quality reference and research support to teaching, clinical, and research faculty in response to their information needs to support education, grant preparation, clinical care delivery, and research.

• Provide in-depth and on-demand research consultation services for individuals and small groups.
• Provide expert search services for systematic reviews and other intensive research projects.
• Collaborate with library systems team to maintain and improve the library web presence, expand technical capabilities of staff and program, develop new technology-based services, and plan for future directions.
• Work with the Information Resources and Collections Services team to evaluate and recommend information resources, synchronizing the Library’s collections, web, and electronic health record presence with clinical, research, and educational needs.
• Perform general reference duties: answer reference questions, conduct expert literature searches, consult on faculty publications and presentations, meet with faculty to assist with their research.

Teaching and Education:

In collaboration with the Associate Director of Libraries and the Research and Education Services team, plan and implement strategies for integrating the library's expertise, resources, and services into education, research, and clinical care.

• Guide faculty, staff, and students in the effective use of library services and resources to support evidence-based practice.
• Design and teach curriculum-integrated instruction sessions in person and virtual learning environments
• Apply adult learning theories, principles, and practices to support teaching and learning.
• Develop and maintain webpages and LibGuides for specific disciplines and subjects.
• Create online tutorials focused on resources and information skills in support of distant students and just-in-time training.
• Participate in planning and presenting in-person and online library instruction programs and activities, including new student/faculty orientation, information resource tutorials, and participation in university wide events.
• Plan and participate in university events such as student and faculty orientations, and other outreach activities
• Participate in faculty meetings, retreats, and other meetings as appropriate.

Liaison Service:

Serve as liaison to students, faculty, and staff for education, outreach, instruction, research, and collection services for assigned disciplines.

• Provide client-centered services, including teaching and instruction, reference and research support, and collection development.
• Serve as primary point of contact for faculty and students in assigned liaison areas to ensure coordination of services, and to meet curricular needs.
• Assist with drafting responses on findings that address replacement, reduction, and refinement.
• Cultivate relationships through campus engagement, and actively work towards establishing productive relationships with departmental faculty, staff, and students to integrate the library’s resources in curricula and research projects.
• Seek opportunities to collaborate and establish partnerships with faculty members and departments within the liaison school.
• Develop outreach activities and communication to promote library resources and services.

General Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the university's academic life, represent the library on university committees, and build collaborative and inclusive relationships throughout the university and clinical enterprise.
• Actively participate in professional activities through presentations or publications regarding innovative library practice or programs in health sciences libraries using principles of evidence-based library and information practice (EBLIP)
• Pursue professional development opportunities and maintain awareness of evolving trends in library and information science.

Education

• ALA-accredited Masters degree in Library Science

Preferred Experience

• Experience in evidence-based teaching and practice
• Experience working with and knowledge of clinical and biomedical research resources.
• Experience using one or more bibliographic formatting programs, e.g. RefWorks and EndNote.
• Experience teaching adults using emerging technologies and instructional methods.
• Experience providing reference services and group instruction, preferably in a health sciences library setting.
• Experience in a setting where traditional, place-centered services and electronic information access services are integrated.
• Experience in leading committees, and in project design and implementation.
• Demonstrated experience and facility implementing and maintaining technology in providing library services.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and providing both in person and virtual education sessions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Attributes

• Knowledgeable about technology (theoretical and skills-based) and applying it to improve services
• Knowledgeable about the concepts of information literacy, including an in-depth understanding of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
• Knowledgeable about the concepts of information organization, storage, retrieval and transfer, including the application of computer, instructional, and other information management technologies
• Knowledge of issues and trends in higher education including instructional technologies and academic scholarly publishing
• Knowledgeable about best practices in the provision of liaison services to academic units
• Knowledgeable about evidence-based library and information practice (EBLIP)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact, work in, and lead teams; consensus building skills
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively across organizational lines and in collaboration with colleagues throughout the University to build strong relationships
• Ability to provide leadership and to work effectively with diverse groups, creating an environment of mutual respect
• Ability to work effectively in a changing organizational and technological environment
• Ability to innovate and to proactively advocate new opportunities and challenges
• Advanced bibliographic expertise in searching and managing information
• Commitment to execution and results orientation
• Strong commitment to quality service
• Proven commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
• Commitment to continued professional growth and active participation in professional activities and service
• Strategic visioning and planning for new and emerging technologies in an academic health sciences library environment
• Program assessment and evaluation: gathering and utilize ongoing feedback of services

The University offers competitive benefits: 22 days’ vacation, 15 days sick leave, 13 holidays, hospitalization, major medical, surgical-medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance at up to 3 times one’s annual salary.  State and alternative retirement choices are also available.  For a summary of benefits, see: http://academicdepartments.musc.edu/vpfa/hrm/benefits/index.htm

Faculty rank is targeted at Instructor or Assistant Professor.

Salary is commensurate with education/experience. A minimum of $60,000 for the candidate with the required education and appropriate experience.  

The Medical University of South Carolina is a Drug Free Workplace and adheres to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. MUSC conducts a pre-employment (post offer) drug screen as a part of the pre-employment process for all new hires.

The MUSC Libraries are proud to serve one of the nation’s few stand-alone academic health science centers and the oldest medical school in the South. As a vital biomedical information resource and partner in the mission of the Medical University of South Carolina, the Libraries advance research, education, and patient care across the University and the state of South Carolina. We foster the creation of new knowledge, support the education of health professionals, promote lifelong learning, and ensure timely access to information for informed healthcare decisions—all while preserving the historical record of MUSC and the health professions in South Carolina.

Our team works in a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment where flexibility, innovation, and professional growth are highly valued. Faculty and staff are encouraged to embrace new responsibilities, develop new skills, and actively contribute to positive change. We also invest in our people through a robust professional development program that equips staff with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities they need to thrive and bring their best selves to their work. With opportunities to collaborate through liaison librarianship, learning commons services, and community outreach initiatives, working at MUSC Libraries means building meaningful professional relationships with colleagues and diverse constituencies. 

The Libraries’ programs include a state-of-the-art learning commons, five computer classrooms, the Public Information and Community Outreach program, University Archives, and the Waring Historical Library. In addition, we are proud to serve as the headquarters for Region 2 of the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM), offering programs, services, and dedicated support for NNLM members across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

By joining our team, you will become part of an organization deeply committed to innovation, collaboration, and engagement, ensuring an ever-expanding information environment that supports education, research, and clinical care. 

For additional information on the MUSC Libraries, please visit the Library's web site at http://www.library.musc.edu/

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Founded in 1824 in Charleston, MUSC is the state's only comprehensive academic health system, with a unique mission to preserve and optimize human life in South Carolina through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates more than 3,200 students in six colleges – Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy – and trains more than 900 residents and fellows in its health system. MUSC brought in more than $300 million in research funds in fiscal year 2023, leading the state overall in research funding. MUSC also leads the state in federal and National Institutes of Health funding. Learn more about our academic programs. 

As the health care system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality and safest patient care while educating and training generations of outstanding health care providers and leaders to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond. Patient care is provided at 16 hospitals (includes owned or governing interest), with approximately 2,700 beds and four additional hospital locations in development, more than 350 telehealth sites and nearly 750 care locations situated in all regions of South Carolina. In 2023, for the ninth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston the Number 1 hospital in South Carolina. Learn more about our patient services. 

MUSC has a total enterprise annual operating budget of $5.9 billion. The nearly 26,000 MUSC family members include world-class faculty, physicians, specialty providers, scientists, students, affiliates and care team members who deliver groundbreaking education, research, and patient care. 

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. 

Review of applications will begin Oct 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Complete the application and submit a cover letter, resume/cv, and the contact information for three references. For more information and to apply, please go to  https://musc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MUSC/job/Charleston/UNIV---Research-and-Education-Informationist---Library_R-0000049956

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.

For further information and clarification of this position please inquire to Ms. Shannon D. Jones via e-mail joneshan@musc.edu or telephone 843 792-8839