Unit Associate Director, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Permian Basin, (Odessa, Tx)

Posted March 2, 2026

Description

Are you a visionary library leader passionate about empowering health professionals to pioneer breakthroughs in medicine, nursing, and beyond? At Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC), we’re seeking a dynamic Unit Associate Director to helm our vibrant Permian Basin Library Unit in Odessa. Nestled in the energy-rich Permian Basin, this role isn’t just about managing a library—it’s about curating a launchpad for evidence-based discoveries, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and bridging cutting-edge resources with the diverse communities of rural West Texas. Imagine transforming a welcoming study hub into a beacon of innovation, where 3D-printed medical models spark clinical ingenuity and AI-driven tools fuel lifelong learning. If you’re ready to champion health equity and drive high-impact outcomes in an underserved region, this is your chance to make an indelible mark

Responsibilities

As Unit Associate Director, you’ll orchestrate a symphony of daily triumphs and strategic wins, blending leadership with hands-on inspiration. Here’s what success looks like in this role:

Champion a Values-Based Culture: Embody TTUHSC’s ethos through exemplary attendance, collaboration, and courteous service—setting the tone for a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Empower Learners with Transformative Instruction: Craft and deliver captivating sessions on information literacy, evidence-based medicine, research data management, and AI tools for SOM, SON, and SOHP courses—equipping students and faculty to excel in clinical practice and pioneering research.

Optimize Operations and Spaces for Maximum Engagement: Partner with our Executive and Managing Directors to evolve the library into a buzzing nexus of study, teamwork, and interprofessional innovation, adapting nimbly to campus pulses.

Build and Nurture a Stellar Team: Mentor staff with goal-setting, coaching, evaluations, and growth pathways, fostering resilience and creativity that supercharge service excellence.

Ensure Safety, Compliance, and Inclusivity: Safeguard a secure, accessible space that celebrates diversity, free from incidents and rich in equity for every health sciences trailblazer.

Curate Forward-Thinking Collections: Scout and spotlight digital/print treasures aligned with regional health priorities—prioritizing open access and data analytics to boost ROI and scholarly firepower.

Amplify Outreach and Partnerships: Collaborate with our Assessment and Outreach Committee on community workshops, exhibits, and events that extend TTUHSC’s reach, enhance health literacy, and forge enduring ties with Permian Basin stakeholders.

Pioneer Tech and Makerspace Magic: Team up with the Methodology Lab to roll out accessible 3D scanning, printing, and AI services, positioning our library as a trailblazer in health innovation.

Guide Strategic Evolution: Provide data-driven insights to leadership on operations, hurdles, and horizons, driving system-wide improvements in library relevance and impact.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related area plus five years of progressively responsible management experience OR a combination of education and/or years of progressively responsible management experience to equal a minimum of 9 years.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree from an ALA-accredited library or information science program.
At least five (5) years of experience in library management, including two (2) years in a health sciences or academic library setting with demonstrated leadership in operational oversight, staff supervision, and service development.
Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) certification from the Medical Library Association.
In-depth knowledge of health sciences library practices, including evidence-based information services, research data management, or open access initiatives.
Expertise in emerging digital technologies relevant to health sciences libraries, such as AI-driven research tools, data visualization platforms, virtual collaboration environments, or digital preservation standards.
Proven ability to assess institutional needs and adapt library services to evolving trends in biomedical research, health informatics, and educational pedagogy.
Strong project management skills in developing new service models, partnerships, and outreach programs that enhance user engagement and institutional relevance.

Hours and Compensation

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members

Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type Full Time

Salary $99,197.17

Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

How to Apply

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