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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Pharmacy Librarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and organizing pharmaceutical information resources, ensuring that our library's collection is up-to-date and accessible to healthcare professionals, researchers, and students. The Pharmacy Librarian will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and research needs of our institution by providing expert guidance on pharmaceutical literature, databases, and other information resources. This position requires a strong background in library science, as well as a deep understanding of pharmaceutical and medical information. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational and communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders. Key responsibilities include cataloging and classifying pharmaceutical literature, managing electronic resources, providing reference and research assistance, and conducting information literacy training sessions. The Pharmacy Librarian will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and publishers, as well as staying current with emerging trends and technologies in the field of library and information science. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a significant impact on the quality of pharmaceutical education and research at our institution.
Responsibilities
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- Manage and maintain electronic resources and databases.
- Provide reference and research assistance to healthcare professionals, researchers, and students.
- Conduct information literacy training sessions.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and publishers.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in library and information science.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to support educational and research needs.
- Develop and implement library policies and procedures.
- Evaluate and select new resources for the library collection.
- Manage interlibrary loan requests and document delivery services.
- Create and maintain library guides and instructional materials.
- Assist with grant writing and funding opportunities for library resources.
- Participate in professional development activities and conferences.
- Supervise library staff and student workers.
- Ensure compliance with copyright and licensing regulations.
- Promote library services and resources to the campus community.
- Provide support for systematic reviews and other research projects.
- Maintain accurate records and statistics on library usage and resources.
- Assist with library marketing and outreach efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field preferred.
- Experience working in a medical or pharmaceutical library setting.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical information resources.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in using library management systems and electronic databases.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Strong research and reference skills.
- Experience with cataloging and classification systems.
- Knowledge of copyright and licensing regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Commitment to professional development and continuing education.
- Experience with information literacy instruction.
- Ability to supervise and mentor library staff and student workers.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Familiarity with emerging trends and technologies in library science.
- Experience with grant writing and funding opportunities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other productivity software.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working in a medical or pharmaceutical library?
- How do you stay current with emerging trends and technologies in library science?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you successfully managed multiple projects?
- How do you approach information literacy instruction for healthcare professionals and students?
- What strategies do you use to develop and maintain relationships with vendors and publishers?
- Can you describe your experience with cataloging and classification systems?
- How do you ensure compliance with copyright and licensing regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you provided exceptional reference and research assistance?
- How do you promote library services and resources to the campus community?
- What is your experience with grant writing and funding opportunities for library resources?