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Health Sciences Librarian & Medical Education Lead, Dartmouth College, (Hanover, NH)

Job Description

The Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries at Dartmouth College are seeking a dedicated educator to lead library integration into the Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) program, representing the first four years of medical education culminating in the MD degree. The ideal candidate will use best practices in teaching, instructional design, and learning assessment to serve the evolving needs of our community.

While health sciences experience is preferred, our primary focus for this position is on teaching. We have a highly collaborative and supportive team, and are open to mentoring a librarian new to health sciences.

Position Duties

  • Leads the integration of library resources, services, and instruction into the UME curriculum; supporting the development of research and evidence-based practice skills in Geisel medical students.
  • Leads the creation of user-friendly online learning objects such as research guides, video tutorials, and modules in the learning management system (LMS) that represent the latest best practices in pedagogy, universal design, and instructional design.
  • Coordinates the assessment and evaluation of education programs provided by the Health Sciences and Biomedical Librarians to all Geisel and DH community members.
  • Provides information and research consultation services addressing faculty, staff, student, and patient information needs. Conducts expert literature searches in support of education, research, and clinical care.
  • Supports Geisel researchers by providing consultations to support publishing including the identification of appropriate journals for submission, investigating submission requirements, and providing open access title analysis and comparisons.
  • Participates in systematic and scoping review service, providing expert search services and other expertise as needed.
  • Serves on and supports Geisel, DH, and Dartmouth committees and initiatives as appropriate.
  • Represents Geisel and the Dartmouth Libraries in relevant local, regional, and national organizations; participates in Geisel and Dartmouth Libraries task forces and committees as appropriate.
  • Keeps abreast of advances in health sciences, academic librarianship, educational technologies, learning assessment, and pedagogy/andragogy.
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Qualifications

  • ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and/or information science, or a combination of an advanced subject or professional degree (Master of Education, etc.) combined with relevant academic library experience.
  • At least 2 years of related experience.
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching both in-person and online, including familiarity with inclusive teaching and universal design best practices.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with diverse stakeholders.
  • Educational background in the health or life sciences or two years of experience in an academic library is preferred.

Hours & Compensation

  • 40 hours per week
  • Hiring range: $67,386-$84,233

How to Apply

You can learn more about the position and apply at here. Review of applications will begin July 14th, and will continue until the position is filled. If you have questions, contact Tiffany Garrett ([email protected]).