The Libraries’ program of Research Engagement will enhance and strengthen the University’s research activities through partnerships between librarians and researchers to discover, manage, analyze, and use information and avenues of scholarly communication. The Associate Director will develop and lead libraries staff in building the program of Research Engagement.

The Health Sciences Partnership program builds and maintains relationships and partnerships with key faculty and staff of the Drexel College of Medicine, the College of Nursing & Health Professions, and the School of Public Health. The Associate Director leads a group of health sciences liaison librarians to embed information literacy and skill development into the curricula of health sciences and provide reference and research consulting. The Associate Director is the primary selector and collections manager for the health sciences resources.

M.S. in Library or Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited program

Minimum of five years of professional experience in a medical or health sciences library

Minimum of three years administrative and supervisory experience

Demonstrated participation in science or health sciences research in an academic setting

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously

Knowledge of sources and procedures relevant to health sciences reference and research; familiarity with evidence-based approaches

Experience with procedures and techniques in the selection of materials in support of health sciences research, education, and patient care

Preferred qualifications

Undergraduate degree and/or additional masters’ degree in a STEM related discipline

Experience working in a collaborative matrixed organization

Management of the Health Sciences Partnership program

Supervision of librarians with subject expertise in the health sciences;

Participation in the planning, organizing and managing of Libraries’ programs of liaison, instruction and collections;

Collaboration with health sciences key constituents and Libraries’ staff to represent Libraries across the University community;

Represent Libraries in affiliated professional associations that support medical and health sciences education; such AASHL

Participation in budget development and management;

Participation in Libraries’ managerial leadership to evaluate/coordinate cross-functional activities;

Contribute to the profession through presentations, publications and/or personal involvement in professional associations.

Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University’s acceptance of the results of the background investigation.

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.