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Posted: 21-Dec-22
Location: Stanford, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 97425
Educational Programs and Services (EPS) is home to departments and programs that are central to the educational mission of the Stanford University School of Medicine. We serve all populations of students and trainees who participate in the School's programs: Stanford MD, MS, MSPA, and PhD students; visiting MD students seeking clinical clerkships; postdoctoral scholars and medical fellows; and medical practitioners seeking further professional enrichment. Our goal is to provide a Stanford School of Medicine experience worthy of our students' and trainees' talents, aspirations, and dedication.
Department Information
Stanford University School of Medicine's Lane Medical Library accelerates scientific discovery, clinical care, medical education and humanities through teaching, collaboration, and delivery of biomedical and historical resources. The library is a state-of-the-art medical library within the Medical Student Education group which supports Stanford Medical Center's research, education, and patient care objectives. Lane Library supports its mission to accelerate scientific discovery in part by curating a collection of print and digital knowledge resources relevant to the in-depth research, graduate-level education, and clinical patient care performed by the Stanford Medicine community and its affiliated hospitals and clinics. We are proud of our rich history dating back to 1882.
Job Purpose
Stanford Medicine is seeking a motivated and resourceful Research and Instruction Services Manager (Librarian 3) to lead a team of library staff in support of the education and research initiatives of Stanford Medicine. Reporting to the Director, Research and Academic Collaboration, the Manager, Research and Instruction Services oversees the day-to-day operations of the Research and Instruction Unit, the Lane Liaison program and research data and literature review support services.
The Manager actively collaborates with all units of the Library to improve processes and services. They are responsible for the evaluation and assessment of services related to outreach and instruction and develop and implement new programs to meet the demands of faculty, students, and staff in supporting their clinical and research needs.
As part of the Research and Instruction team the manager engages in activities comparable to other librarians in the unit by providing research consultations; developing portals and web pages to facilitate user access to resources; offering orientations and instructional sessions; serving as a liaison to key clinical and research departments or centers and well as performing literature searches, advising on data management plans, and/or collaborating on systematic reviews.
We are seeking dynamic candidates with demonstrated potential to lead our efforts and provide innovative approaches while maintaining a tradition of excellence. The position works closely with other staff to influence and achieve our collective goals in support of the school's research, clinical and educational mission.
This position will be based on the Stanford campus and will be considered for an option of telecommuting (hybrid of working 2-3 days on-site), subject to operational need.
Core Duties
- Supervise three or more library staff in the Research and Instruction Unit.
- Identify opportunities for new services to support the needs of students, faculty, and clinical staff. Conversely, identify services and practices to retire.
- Systematize service delivery within the unit and across the liaison program.
- Formulate policies and propose plans for programs or services, implement and ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
- Lead Lane Liaison program.
- Oversee the development and implementation of end-user training including the development of web-based tutorials and in-person classes, workshops and orientations. Including assessment plan for such a program.
- Run Lane's research services in support of grant-funded research, curriculum revision, systematic reviews, bibliometrics and patient care. Train and support library staff to use service tools effectively.
- Recommend library materials and information resources to support education and patient care.
- Other duties may also be assigned.
Education & Experience (Required)
Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries and five years of experience in a relevant library setting with evidence of capacity to work at a high level of responsibilities or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required)
- Deep understanding and engagement with the range of library operations, trends and practices.
- Evidence of professional contribution and achievement beyond the library may be expected at this rank.
- Demonstrated success in engaging with colleagues across the University and beyond in a collaborative and construction fashion.
- Ability to manage projects, develop policies or drive library initiatives across functional lines.
- Ability to interact with internal or external developers to evaluate and recommend modifications of software, online databases or digital resources. Understanding of software development life cycle and ability to interact effectively with staff engaged in software development.
- Demonstrated success in independently performing complex job functions such as collection management reviews, preparation of major exhibits, developing policies for business practices.
- Evidence of engagement in relevant professional or academic communities.
- Consistent display of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated evidence of strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to supervise professional librarians and library staff (Supervisory experience preferred)
- Solid understanding and application of Evidence-Based Medicine and educational pedagogies.
- Advanced level of searching competence with experience executing systematic reviews, meta-analysis or related research projects.
- Ability to think creatively and identify new areas of library service across the institution.
- Ability to work as part of a small, highly collaborative team.
- Ability to easily network and influence both internally and externally across the organization.
- Capacity to meet expectations in a changing environment
- Flexibility while influencing others to improves processes and implement change.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and instructional skills.
- Demonstrated teaching ability using a variety of educational pedagogies
- Enjoys working as part of a small, highly collaborative team
- Demonstrates patience, political savvy, and a sense of humor when obstacles present themselves
- A Master's Degree in Library Science or the international equivalent
- Previous experience working in a health sciences library
Physical Requirements
- Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasps lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
- Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
- Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions
- May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.
Working Standards
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $98K to $115K per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
- Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
- A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
- A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
- Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
As an organization that receives federal funding, Stanford University has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement that will apply to all university employees, including those working remotely in the United States and applicable subcontractors. To learn more about COVID policies and guidelines for Stanford University Staff, please visit https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/working-stanford/covid-19-guide/interim-policies/covid-19-vaccination-and-surveillance-testing
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
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