The Librarian is considered an expert in providing high quality research to Toxicologists and other subject matter experts as well as managing the CTEH digital library of approximately 70,000 items in Readcube/Papers, as well as a small physical library. They will work seamlessly with various experts in assisting to cite their reports using Readcube Papers SmartCite. The Librarian should be very familiar with advanced online searching in PubMed and utilization of MeSH subheadings. They will also need to be familiar with interlibrary loan policies (experience with EFTS, DocLine, and OCLC Worldshare highly preferred), collection development and management, and working with various vendors necessary to having a successful library program. Proofreading competency is also preferred. Familiarity with any citation manager (Endnote, Mendeley, Zotero, etc.) is required but experience with Readcube/Papers is highly preferred. Experience conducting systematic literature review searches is not required, but highly preferred. Knowledge of legal searches, scientific regulations, and general federal/state regulation research is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be confident in their ability to troubleshoot technical problems between Microsoft Word, ReadCube Papers, and Microsoft Sharepoint. This person must be able to work independently after initial training and be self-driven enough to regularly engage with our experts.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE
Manage all interlibrary loan requisitions for the company and keep accurate records for said requisitions as required by the National Library of Medicine lending program
Assist in finalizing reports through adding citations and proofreading
Selects, acquires, catalogues, classifies, circulates, and maintains library materials and collections. This can be electronically in ReadCube/Papers (or other electronic system) or physical.
Develops, manages, and implements various databases and information systems to catalogs and access information.
Assist with maintaining a CTEH style guide for citations, mostly based on APA 7th Edition
Weekly discussions with experts on literature searches needed and other research opportunities
Maintain billable work level
Keep reference library of academic, federal, state, and various testing regulations maintained
Establish SOPs for library processes
Train backup personnel for times when librarian is absent/unavailable
Assist with business development projects
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & CREDENTIALS
A bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Sciences or English from an ALA Accredited university is required
A Master of Library and Information Science, Master of Library Science or equivalent degree is preferred
Preferred background is specialization in special libraries, legal libraries, health science/medical libraries and/or prior scientific/medical/legal background
A paralegal degree certification/degree and/or JD would be a significant plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Interlibrary loan practices
Citation management
Collection development and management
Ability to multitask and work under pressure
Through understanding of library principles and methods of archiving, circulating, and organizing materials
Ability to perform exhaustive research when required
Ability to learn and understand technical content.
Detail-oriented and organized
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to listen and problem-solve and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Dynamic, motivated, and results-oriented creative thinker and problem-solver.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with strong customer-service skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient with Microsoft Sharepoint use
Proficient with ReadCube/Papers greatly preferred, but other citation management software (Endnote, Mendeley, Zotero, etc) also considered
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Occasional overtime and/or evening/weekend support
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works in an office environment.