Library Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
Research and Reference Services: Provide in-person and virtual reference support focused on evidence-based medicine, systematic searching, citation management, and biomedical information resources. Conduct advanced literature searches to support student projects, faculty research, quality improvement initiatives, and grant development.
Instruction and Curriculum Integration: Develop and deliver instruction sessions on database searching, research methodologies, information literacy, and scholarly communication. Collaborate with faculty to embed research skills into medical, nursing, and health sciences curricula.
Collection Development and Resource Management: Assist in evaluating and selecting biomedical databases, journals, and reference materials. Maintain research guides, tutorials, and online learning materials that support student and faculty research needs.
Scholarly Communication and Research Support Provide instruction on citation management tools, data management principles, and publishing options. Promote responsible use of generative AI tools in research and academic writing.
Writing Center Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
Writing Support and Consultations: Offer individual and group consultations to students and faculty, focusing on scientific writing, research integration, argumentation, clarity, and adherence to publication or disciplinary style (AMA, APA, etc.). Provide tailored support for theses, capstones, manuscripts, posters, and presentations.
Workshops and Programming: Develop and co-lead workshops on literature reviews, integrating sources, academic integrity, manuscript preparation, and the responsible use of AI in writing. Collaborate with Writing Center staff to scaffold writing support across academic programs.
Resource Development: Create handouts, guides, templates, and online resources that bridge research skills with scientific writing. Enhance Writing Center content related to citation practices, research integration, and scholarly communication.
Cross-Unit Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between the Library and Writing Center to strengthen shared initiatives and streamline student support. Participate in committees and working groups that focus on assessment, student learning, and academic success.
Miscellaneous Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
