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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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ALA-accredited Master's degree in library/information science, a health profession, health science, or related field required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience giving presentations and/or teaching.

• Experience searching literature databases.

• Experience using Microsoft Office products.

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience in an academic or healthcare setting.

• Education and/or experience in life sciences.

• Experience searching MEDLINE and other biomedical databases.

• Experience promoting information resources via innovative, technology-based methods including social media outlets.

• Experience providing information or customer services.

• Experience collaborating with a broad range of faculty, staff, and students.

• Commitment to continuing professional development and participation in professional activities.

• Interest in pursuing Medical Library Association's Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) Credentials.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Teaching classes, facilitating Interprofessional Education sessions, developing LibGuides and other instructional materials

• Conducting literature searches and maintaining searching technical skills

• Providing departmental coverage, fulfilling reference/research requests and consultations

• Providing presentations across campus on specific resources

• Assisting with outreach exhibits, presentations, and classes

• Serving on library and university committees

• Acting as liaison to an assigned college, department, and/or unit

• Participating in Library programs, services, and strategic planning processes

• Contributing to special projects and department workflow as designated

• Coordinates the Library's promotions and digital engagement activities to increase awareness of knowledge-based tools for education, research, and clinical use

• Utilizes social media best practices and tools for creating posts and tracking engagement

• Maintains working knowledge and adherence to UAMS Communications & Marketing policies for social media, branding, and other related promotional requirements

• Collects, writes, and promotes Librarian/Informationist activities via campus and regional newsletters and outlets

• Acts as Library Liaison to the College of Pharmacy

• Contributes to workflow for the department's many services including assignment to special projects or other duties.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.