Job Work Location:
US
Position Title:
Reference Associate
Posting Date:
09-13-2012
Posting Number:
20094133
Grade:
Band:
52 - Analyst/Associate
Level:
A-Associate
Division:
01 - DIVISION OF LIBRARIES
Category:
Administrative/Professional
Object Code:
100
FT/PT:
FT
Unit Specific Text:
Position Summary:
The Division of Libraries at New York University (NYU)
seeks a Health Sciences Reference Associate to provide a variety of
multidisciplinary reference and research services to library patrons in
person and remotely. The Health Sciences Reference Associate will
conduct library tours, information literacy classes, and term paper
clinics for students; assist library patrons with complex research,
reference, and collections inquiries and research strategies, primarily
in the health sciences and sciences; coordinate activities related to
the Bobst Library Research Commons; participate in Division of Libraries
committees and working groups; supervise one or more student
assistants; assist with content development for online research guides;
participate in various special projects and initiatives. Evening and
weekend work may be required.
Qualifications/Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in health science, science, or related field.
Preferred Education:
Advanced degree in a health science, science, or related discipline.
Required Experience:
Experience in reference, bibliographic instruction or teaching, or equivalent combination.
Preferred Experience:
2 year's experience in a library setting, especially an
academic public services unit. Familiarity with health science or
science research methods.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (include unique competencies, certification, licenses, etc.):
Excellent interpersonal, research, and oral and written
communication skills. Ability to interact with a diverse population of
students, faculty, staff and patrons. Knowledge of online research
resources and databases. Familiarity with standard office software.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (include unique competencies, certification, licenses, etc.):
Knowledge of online learning and tutorial software.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Projected Position Start Date:
Quicklink for Posting:
www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=55727
