Southern Medical Program Librarian
(General librarian, full-time, Ongoing)
The University of British Columbia | Okanagan Campus
The University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus is situated in Kelowna on the traditional, unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Peoples.
DESCRIPTION:
The Library at UBC’s Okanagan campus invites applications from creative, enthusiastic, service-oriented librarians for a full-time ongoing position as the Southern Medical Program Librarian (SMP Librarian). The successful candidate will be a key member of UBC’s distributed medical program administered by the Faculty of Medicine and will have specific responsibility for library services associated with the Southern Medical Program located at the Okanagan campus of UBC.
Reporting jointly to the Associate Chief Librarian, Research & Administration, at the UBC Okanagan Library and the Regional Associate Dean, Interior, UBC Faculty of Medicine, the SMP Librarian provides leadership and vision in the creation and development of instructional programs, collections and services to the students and faculty involved in the Southern Medical Program. The SMP Librarian is active within the Faculty of Medicine, working closely with Undergraduate Librarians and designated individuals supporting the distributed program at UBC’s Vancouver campus, the University of Northern British Columbia, and the University of Victoria. The successful candidate will be a key collaborator at teaching hospitals and clinical sites within the Interior Health Authority. The Southern Medical Program Librarian prepares and monitors the annual budget for library collections and services for the Southern Medical Program. They will also provide input and direction to staff, where appropriate, who are performing functions related to the support of SMP faculty and students within the Library. Occasional weekend and evening work may be required.
A complete job description is attached to this posting and can be viewed at https://library.ok.ubc.ca/about/work-at-the-library/
ENVIRONMENT:
We are an engaged group that values collaboration, flexibility, and creativity, and we are looking for candidates who welcome the opportunity to work closely with staff, faculty, students, and campus colleagues. The Okanagan Library prides itself on being an inclusive place, a service-oriented team, and a nexus of scholarly engagement. We lead by example and empower by design as outlined in the Library’s Strategic Framework. Our work is also informed and guided by UBC’s Indigenous Strategic Plan and UBC Okanagan’s Declaration of Truth and Reconciliation Commitments.
EQUITY:
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Graduate degree from an accredited program of library, or information science, or equivalent internationally accredited program;
• Demonstrated knowledge, competencies and/or experience in reference and instruction methodologies in an academic, hospital, or research setting, with an emphasis on evidence based practice;
• The ability to travel to various locations in British Columbia as required.
ADDITIONAL PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
We at UBC Okanagan Library want to emphasize that the preferred skills and qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping and supporting our future colleague develop these preferred skills and qualifications as needed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate at a distance;
• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills;
• Proven ability to work well independently and within large and complex teams; • Commitment to developing professional knowledge and skills on a continuing basis; • Experience working in health sciences libraries and with emerging technologies; • Experience in library resource acquisition and evaluation;
• Experience in or knowledge of assessment activities to support continuous improvement of library services that enhance student learning, engagement, and retention.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT:
Please note that the work associated with this position is currently being performed remotely in response to COVID-19. In the longer-term, on campus work will resume.
This is a full-time continuing appointment with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2021. The start date is flexible depending on candidate requirements. If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment. Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year probationary appointment. Normally, such an appointment is reviewed following the second year of appointment, and a recommendation is made at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment. The successful candidate for this position will be a member of The University of British Columbia Faculty Association and the terms and conditions of appointment are governed by a collective agreement.
This position will be filled at an annual starting salary that is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between UBC and the UBC Faculty Association (http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty relations/collective-agreements/).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To ensure full consideration, complete applications are to be submitted by 11:59 pm PST on April 25, 2021.
To apply for this position, please visit the following link:
Applications for this opportunity are to be submitted in one consolidated file (PDF or Microsoft word format) and will include:
• A letter of application including a statement of citizenship/immigration status; • A detailed and current curriculum vitae detailing education, training, and work experience in the areas listed above;
• The names of three professional references with their email addresses.
Please note candidates will be required to create a profile through the UBC system in order to submit an application.
Please direct your questions to:
Lois Marshall lois.marshall@ubc.ca
Manager, Planning and Operations | Library
The University of British Columbia | Okanagan Campus
3287 University Way Kelowna BC V1V 1V7
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