Clinical Librarian, Health Sciences Library
About The Position
The Clinical Librarian at the UVA Health Sciences Library supports clinicians, faculty, and researchers with advanced evidence synthesis services, including expert literature searches, systematic and scoping reviews, clinical practice guideline support, and other high-level review methodologies. The position collaborates with clinical teams and library staff to provide user-focused services that advance evidence-based practice. The successful candidate will bring knowledge of AI tools and a commitment to developing innovative service models that enhance clinical care within UVA Health. The librarian serves as the primary library contact for the UVA Cancer Center, UVA Children’s Hospital, and the Department of Pharmacy, building strategic partnerships and responding to clinical and research information needs. The role also provides comprehensive services to UVA Health clinicians, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, and works with liaison librarians and data specialists in support of UVA Health’s clinical mission.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or a relevant graduate degree.
- Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree plus four years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree, under Department of Labor Equivalency Guidelines.
- Zero to four years of experience for the stated profile; candidates with four to nine or nine or more years of relevant post-degree experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, may be considered for an advanced librarian job profile.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AI tools.
- Commitment to developing innovative service models that enhance clinical care.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the dedicated library liaison to the Cancer Center, Children’s Hospital, and Pharmacy, providing specialized support that may include literature searching, evidence synthesis, information management, and tailored instruction.
- Provide professional information services to clinicians, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals.
- Deliver services that support evidence-based practice, knowledge management, and advocacy of relevant information technologies.
- Maintain awareness of emerging information technology trends in health care and their potential impact on clinical care and research.
- Participate in the design and implementation of innovative library services.
- Serve on library committees and teams as a liaison, communicating patron needs to inform resource development and services.
Benefits
- Benefited position; UVA benefits are referenced in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
