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The Research & Digital Humanities Librarian provides research guidance, information literacy instruction, and digital technologies collaboration and support for faculty, academic staff and students through the lenses of the Library, the Center for Research and Teaching Excellence and digital humanities initiatives. This Librarian will exhibit excellent collaborative relationships and customer service skills between stakeholders, connecting the areas of faculty development, educational technologies and academic research.

What you will do in this role:
Provide faculty-centered research services in support of teaching pedagogies, research and scholarship by collaborating with the Center for Research & Teaching Excellence, and by working closely with the Dean of the Library, the Director of Faculty Development, and the Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (URSCA).
Provide research assistance at the Research Help Desk, in one-on-one research sessions, or virtually to faculty, staff and students in collaboration with other research librarians.
Provide structured research support to all students and faculty. Including but not limited to, the senior comp project process and in associated scholarly communication areas.
Plan and teach information literacy and library instruction classes in collaboration with other research librarians.
Act as a liaison between the Library, the Center for Research and Teaching Excellence, Faculty development and humanities departments.
Train and support faculty in the use of technology for digital humanities and other interdisciplinary digital projects; and promote digital scholarship through educational technologies and the research process.
Provide guidance on best practice use of educational technologies and digital course design.

YOUR EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 1-3 years required and 4-7 years preferred of relevant professional experience.
Bachelor’s Degree required / Master’s Degree preferred specifically MLS or MLIS
Track record of achieving exceptional results.

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

The Lawrence Lee Pelletier Library is home to the library collections and the Maytum Center for Student Success. It provides a hub for student success, research, and learning outside the classroom. The Library Services desk on the main floor of the Pelletier serves as the friendly face of the library.

Library Services educates and guides members of the Allegheny community on successfully locating and using resources available through the Library, including library circulation, interlibrary loan, media equipment, research support and instruction, LMS administration, and related services.

YOUR COMPENSATION
New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role. Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience. The expected minimum salary range point for this position is $51,000 annually.

THE HIRING PROCESS
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and provide contact information for three references to the Office of Human Resources, Allegheny College, 520 N. Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335 or by e-mail to employment@allegheny.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

The State Library of PA has two paid internship opportunities available. One in Digitization/Metadata and one in Rare Collections. Applications are due by 3/17/2024. The internships are 10 weeks, starting 5/28/2024 and ending 8/8/2024. See link to application listing for more details.
Major: Library and Information Science

The Board of Trustees of the Indian Valley Public Library is seeking an Executive Director who will be responsible for overall management and operation of the library, as well as protection of the organization’s financial assets while ensuring compliance with applicable nonprofit, grantor, federal, and state requirements. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Trustees and is responsible to create the environment for the leadership, direction and growth and development of the library; to ensure that programs and services respond to community needs; to create appropriate linkages and actions to achieve the library’s programmatic and strategic outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
o Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional public library work.
o Demonstrated strength in communications both oral and written, with presentation skills.
o Extensive knowledge of collection development and principles for public libraries.
o Knowledge of hardware and software systems necessary for operation of the library and management of its resources.
o Ability to communicate the library vision and role in library services to the board, staff, and community in all forms of communication.
o Ability with fundraising, development, grant writing, and marketing the library message.
o The ability to use healthy team-building principles when working with staff, board members, community partners, and volunteers.
o Ability to act as human resource manager to acquire skilled staff and manage staffing goals to meet the demands of directives based on community need and resources.
o Financial management, fiscally responsible habits of implementing a library budget, and ability to offer lucid and accurate reporting to trustees and stakeholders.
o Ability to file all appropriate forms for OCL, Erate, and reports necessary for stakeholders and funding agencies.
o Leadership ability which includes a firm commitment to excellence in services.

Essential functions will include:
1. Oversees the administrative operations of the Library, including financial and information systems.
2. Assures high quality service delivery.
3. Implements an effective fundraising/communication/public relations program that projects a positive image of Library
4. Maintains a qualified workforce with a high level of employee engagement.
5. Provides creative leadership, vision and overall strategic direction and ensures that strategic plans are developed and implemented.
6. Supports the Board of Directors in its responsibility to govern the organization.
7. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities and is a leader in the community.
8. Adheres to the library’s mission, vision, and values.
9. Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Education & Experience:
o Required Master’s in Library Science from and ALA-accredited institution
o Required 3-5 years of experience in public library administration with demonstrated administrative and supervisory excellence.

Compensation: Indian Valley Public Library is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package including paid time off, health and dental benefits, and a 401K retirement program. The salary range is $85,000 – $95,000, depending on the skills and experience of the candidate.

Indian Valley Public Library is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. IVPL invites individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Criminal and Child Abuse background clearances required.
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter, highlighting your commitment to developing relationships within the community, to CEOSearchlv@gmail.com.

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, this position leads the work of the Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library (AHMFL), as a community resource.
The Director is responsible for its strategic direction and success. You will oversee its financial stability, community and philanthropic relations, staffing, development and operations, under the policies, directives and guidelines established by the Board of Directors.
This position has a strong presence in the library and vision for integration in the community. The Director should be able to build and maintain strong relationships with community partners. This is an on-site position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Provides support and leadership to the Board of Directors as its chief executive officer, implements its policies, plans and directives, and reports to the Board regularly on matters affecting the welfare of the library. Acts as a resource to the Board and its committees on policy development, planning and financial development.
2. Provides leadership in required resources for current operations, capital improvement, community development and financial stability. Oversees the long-range development of the AHMFL resources.
3. Provides top leadership to the organization’s philanthropic efforts, maximizing community partnerships, engaging volunteers, and cultivating top donors and community leaders. Defines the purpose and programs of the AHMFL. Oversees acknowledgement and recognition of all gifts. Offers creative input for specific donor challenges in coordination with the annual appeal.
4. Oversees operations and programs. Works with the Board and staff to anticipate and address community needs. Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs. Spearheads development, through communication with Program Directors.
5. Manages building maintenance and schedules repairs as needed. Schedules custodial services.
6. Directs, schedules and trains and evaluates the staff to carry out initiatives, assignments and programs under the approved annual budget. Encourages participation in appropriate development and training opportunities. Ensures a positive workplace culture and effective staff organization.
7. Directs the development of the strategic plan and assures the accomplishment of organizational goals and objectives. Evaluates the library collection to delegate weeding as well as selecting and cataloging printed materials and media.
8. Communicates and collaborates with government, schools, other not-profits, corporations and other organizations in the community. Defines and communicates the work of the AHMFL to the community and ensures its cause, vision, values and goals are understood.
9. Recommends annual budget for Board approval. Ensures prudent fiscal management, reporting to Franklin County Library System, as well as state reports, and applications for state aid and memberships to ALA and PaLA. Oversees financial operations through an accounting professional.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science.
2. MSL or BA with enrollment in MLS.
3. Three years’ experience in the field needed with emphasis on ability to lead and direct the work of others.
4. Ability to attract, retain, lead and motivate quality staff and volunteer leadership.
5. Demonstrated experience in community relations, financial development and management, and board and volunteer development.
6. Must be an articulate spokesperson on behalf of the AHMFL.
7. Knowledge and understanding of community resources and the ability to engage and partner these resources with the AHMFL to meet strategic objectives.
8. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and should be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
 The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, stand, bend over and must be able to move around the work environment.
 The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
 The noise level in the work environment is usually low.
FULL-TIME, EXEMPT POSITION; RATE OF PAY DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION.
THE MINIMUM SALARY IS $45,000 WITH ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION TO BE COMPETITIVE AND COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
Please submit a cover letter with desired compensation listed as well as a resume to sjames@ahmfl.org, or in person at 45 E. Main Street, Waynesboro, PA 17268 (In care of the Board of Directors).

This internship is intended for students enrolled in Masters degree in Information Sciences or Library Science programs.

Job Summary

Otsuka is a dynamic and vibrant organization made up of motivated individuals we call Otsuka-people—people who have a shared mission for creating new products for better health worldwide. We live by our purpose: defy limitation, so that others can too. This purpose gives meaning to our work and motivates and drives us each day.

Otsuka’s Internship Program offers meaningful hands-on project experiences that impact patient’s lives while providing students an opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. The internship program takes a holistic approach to education, in that students acquire both practical, applicable skills, but also gain additional experience in business and innovation as it relates to the pharmaceutical industry and the student’s area of study. Students will have the opportunity to learn to navigate the complex matrix and team environment at a global pharmaceutical company, gain the fundamental skills and knowledge in the industry and will also engage in valuable, practical job experience through the internship experience.

We have opportunities for you across our business and corporate functions!

We’re looking for the best candidates out there who want to make a difference in patients’ lives. Candidates who are hungry, innovative, and ready to make an impact within the pharmaceutical industry. Now is your chance to be a part of the innovation!

The program will be 10 weeks long, between late May and early August. This may slightly vary based on the schedule of the individual student.

Job Description

Otsuka’s Information Resource Center (IRC) provides timely, value-added intelligence and information services to enable effective business decisions in global drug development and commercialization.

We deliver competitive intelligence, clinical trials intelligence, market research, annual sales data/forecasts, biomedical literature, pipeline and marketed drug information, regulatory intelligence, and more to our colleagues across Otsuka worldwide.

The intern will have the following responsibilities:

Respond to global information requests to support business decisions.

Become proficient in processes to respond to scientific, pipeline, clinical trials, and business information requests.
Acquire skills in testing and using artificial intelligence (AI) tools including the AI literature search tool, Navigate.
Learn IRC standard operating procedures and provide feedback to streamline processes.
Develop capability in providing system support for RightFind (Otsuka’s global article ordering system).
Support IRC’s global outreach program.

Participate in training sessions to develop expertise in pharma information resources. Interactively ask questions and create polling or questions to engage attendees to obtain user experience. Provide feedback to trainers.
Manage records and support operations of global database training sessions to increase return on investment (ROI).
Support creation of engaging training modules for self-service training provided by the IRC.
The intern will complete two projects in support of IRC department goals:

2 complex intelligence requests utilizing Otsuka’s licensed information resources to support the IRC goal of increasing service utilization, generating cost savings for Otsuka.
1 training module utilizing an Otsuka licensed resource.
Qualifications/ Required

Knowledge/ Experience and Skills:

Office Skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Exposure to college-level library/information research and discovery tools.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Detail-oriented and able to adhere to well-defined and well-established departmental procedures and processes.
Have initiative and proactively strive for superior customer service and outcomes.
Interest in building and maintaining effective relationships and partnerships with internal customers and external vendors.
Demonstrate ability to think creatively to solve complex problems.
Educational Qualifications

Currently enrolled in Masters in Information Sciences or Library Science.
Completed first year of program.
Preferred interests and/or college majors: biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences, or other areas of interest.
Enrolled in an accredited college or university following the potential internship or co-op assignment
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with the Otsuka Corporate Brand including Perseverance, Unconventional Thinking, and Humility
Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment
Demonstrate ability to think creatively to solve complex problems
Exhibits eagerness to learn and ability to learn quickly

Competencies
Accountability for Results – Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving – Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity – Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication – Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration – Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development – Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request.

To ensure that you are communicating about a legitimate job opportunity at Otsuka, please only deal directly with Otsuka through its official Otsuka Career website https://vhr-otsuka.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External.

Grove City College is seeking a full-time, team-oriented, and technologically proficient librarian with an ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS) degree to fill the open position of Reference, Instruction, and Engagement Librarian.  This multi-faceted position includes coordinating with faculty to develop and present information literacy concepts for majors and general education curriculum; design instruction sessions and instructional materials, utilizing LibGuides, tutorials, and videos; provide research skills and assist students, faculty, and staff in navigating and accessing scholarly resources; promote the effective use of library resources to enhance the learning experience of students; create and coordinate programming and meaningful opportunities for student and campus library engagement. Schedule will include evenings and weekends.

Requirements:  An ALA-accredited Master of Library Science (MLS) degree is required. Library experience, either at the professional or paraprofessional level, is preferred; recent and upcoming graduates will be considered. The successful candidate will be a team-oriented, technologically proficient librarian experienced and knowledgeable in public services. Must have effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with the campus community. Basic knowledge of library information systems including circulation, book catalog, and reporting and familiarity with social media is preferred. A strong, understanding of and commitment to the Christian mission and vision of Grove City College is essential.

This is a 12-month position. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates with the appropriate skills should send their letter of interest, resume, names of 3 professional references, and salary requirements to: employment@gcc.edu.