Reference Librarian, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Libraries, Lubbock TX

Posted September 20, 2013

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Libraries seeks a librarian for the position of Reference Librarian at the Preston Smith Library in Lubbock, TX. Reporting to the Senior Director of Public Services, the incumbent will provide reference assistance, including mediated searches and bibliographic instruction to students, faculty, and staff and participate as an instructor for orientation and training sessions. This position includes an opportunity for non-tenure faculty appointment in the TTUHSC School of Medicine.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Provides reference assistance including mediated searching and bibliographic instruction
Provides library orientation and training sessions
Participates in library liaison program
Teach a variety of classes and course-integrated instruction
Participate in collection development activities
Contributes content to the Library web page
Assist other library staff in outreach services

Required Qualifications:
MLS/MLIS or the equilavant from an ALA-accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a medical library environment.
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, service orientated, rapidly changing environment to accomplish mutual goals.
Ability to work independently.

Compensation:
Salary: $40,621.45 with excellent benefits.

Application Instructions:
To apply, access the Texas Tech University online employment site at http://jobs.texastech.edu. Select “Search Jobs” and enter Requisition number 89630. Attach the following to the online application: a letter of application, resume or vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and continue until the position is filled.