[Libs-Or] Job posting - Scholarly Communication Librarian position at Oregon Health & Science University

[Emily McElroy]

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The Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Library in Portland seeks a
Scholarly Communication Librarian who understands the complex dynamics
between publishing, technology, legislative action, and academic culture.
OHSU is the state's only comprehensive public academic health center and is
made up of the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Dentistry, and the College
of Pharmacy.  OHSU is a member of BioMed Central, Hindawi, and Public
Library of Science.  Please visit http://www.ohsu.edu/library/ or
http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/library/services/communication/ for further
information.

The Scholarly Communication Librarian will provide a leadership role within
the OHSU Library and OHSU community in support of scholarly services and
digital initiatives.  The position will lead the Scholarly Communication
Team, comprised of faculty from different library departments and the Office
of the Vice President for Research. The position will provide outreach and
promotional activities pertaining to the scholarly work product of students,
faculty and staff at OHSU, including the promotion of the Digital Resources
Library; explore new opportunities for publication; provide support
services; assist individuals in interacting with editors and publishers of
their work; analyze and select alternative methods of providing access;
support e- science initiatives; and provide community support regarding
government deposit mandates. As a member of the Library Faculty, the
Scholarly Communication Librarian participates in planning, policy formation
and decision-making relating to health sciences services, collections and
technologies.  This position requires scholarship and service that
contributes to the effectiveness of the Library, the University, and the
profession.

Position Conditions/Qualifications:
Required: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited library or information
science program; 3 years experience in a health sciences or academic library
setting; Excellent oral and communication skills; Substantial knowledge of
current trends in scholarly communication and the academic publishing
industry; Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service; Experience
in instruction and research consultation; Ability to manage multiple,
shifting priorities; Ability to work successfully in a collaborative
environment.

Preferred: Familiarity and experience with the management, development,
creation, and preservation of scholarly output and digital collections;
Leadership and evidence of contributions to the library profession;
Knowledge of health information resources; Experience with assessment and
program development; Awareness of current communication tools in health
sciences research.

Rank and Salary: This is a non-tenured twelve-month faculty position at the
level of Assistant or Associate Professor. The Scholarly Communication
Librarian reports to Emily McElroy, Head of Content Management & Systems.
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and
experience, minimum $50,000.

Applications and Nominations: To apply, please visit our website at
www.ohsujobs.com, search for position IRC32413 and apply online.
Applications should include a resume, a letter of introduction and the names
of three references. Screening of applications will commence immediately and
continue until the position is filled.

OHSU is an AA/EO employer.
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