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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Public Health Librarian to join our team and support the information needs of public health professionals, researchers, and students. As a Public Health Librarian, you will be responsible for curating, organizing, and providing access to a wide range of public health information resources. You will play a critical role in supporting evidence-based practice, research, and policy development by ensuring that users have access to the latest and most relevant information in the field of public health.
In this role, you will collaborate with public health departments, academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and community groups to identify information needs and develop tailored services. You will provide reference and research assistance, conduct literature searches, and offer training on information literacy and database usage. Additionally, you will manage digital and print collections, evaluate new resources, and stay current with emerging trends in public health and information science.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in library and information science, with specialized knowledge of public health topics. Excellent communication, organizational, and teaching skills are essential, as you will be working with a diverse range of users and stakeholders. Experience with health sciences databases, systematic reviews, and data management is highly desirable.
Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining public health collections, providing expert research support, delivering instruction sessions, and participating in outreach activities. You will also contribute to the development of library policies and procedures, and may be involved in grant writing or project management related to public health information initiatives.
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health outcomes by empowering professionals and communities with the information they need to make informed decisions. If you are passionate about public health and information services, and enjoy working in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide reference and research assistance to public health professionals and students
- Conduct literature searches and systematic reviews
- Develop and maintain public health information collections
- Deliver instruction and training on information literacy and database use
- Collaborate with public health organizations and academic partners
- Evaluate and recommend new information resources
- Manage digital and print library resources
- Participate in outreach and community engagement activities
- Support data management and research projects
- Contribute to library policy and procedure development
Requirements
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- Knowledge of public health concepts and terminology
- Experience with health sciences databases (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL)
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and teaching abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Experience with digital library tools and technologies
- Familiarity with systematic reviews and evidence-based practice
- Organizational and project management skills
- Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have supporting public health professionals?
- Describe your familiarity with health sciences databases.
- How do you approach conducting a systematic literature review?
- What strategies do you use to teach information literacy?
- Can you provide an example of a successful outreach project?
- How do you stay current with trends in public health information?
- Describe your experience managing digital library resources.
- What role do you see librarians playing in public health policy?
- How do you handle competing priorities and deadlines?
- Are you comfortable working with diverse user groups?
