Librarian II

About the position

The Librarian II position at Johns Hopkins University involves providing and enhancing library services within the Welch Medical Library, which supports the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health. The role requires collaboration with faculty, staff, and students to deliver integrated instruction and support research initiatives, while also engaging in the development of new services and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty, researchers, staff, students, and clinicians in assigned departments both independently and collaboratively.
• Deliver course-integrated instruction, orientations, and workshops in virtual and in-person formats.
• Contribute to library support for research projects and expert-level reviews, including systematic reviews.
• Provide direct assistance to users via email, in-person, and virtual consultations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the library's vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
• Serve on library and departmental committees and/or task forces as appropriate.
• Represent the library in the professional community through association membership, presentations, and publications.

Requirements

• MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or an advanced related degree.
• Two years of related experience.

Nice-to-haves

• An additional related advanced degree.
• Professional experience working in an academic health sciences library.
• Expertise with advanced information technologies and information management tools.
• Knowledge of information-related competencies in undergraduate and graduate education across medicine, public health, and nursing.
• Experience in teaching evidence-based practice to health professions learners.
• Creativity in approaches to active adult learner engagement.
• Interest or background in librarian involvement in systematic review process and methodologies.
• Understanding of the research and data life cycles.
• Knowledge and use of emerging technologies and software.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities to support training and coursework.