Public Health Librarian - University Libraries

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Public Health Subject Librarian is a part of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Business (STEMB) cohort within the Research and Academic Collaboration Services (RACS) Division in the WashU Libraries. Responsible for providing outreach to the Bursky School of Public Health and to the Public Health and Society undergraduate major in Arts & Sciences. This role develops collections in a variety of material formats to support curriculum, research, and teaching; partners with faculty to integrate information literacy instruction into the curriculum; and provides research services to faculty and students. The Public Health Subject Librarian is expected to proactively collaborate with colleagues at the Becker Medical Library to support systematic and scoping reviews.

As part of the STEMB cohort, this role serves as a subject librarian to departments and/or schools as assigned, collaborates with other members of STEMB to serve shared subject areas, provides reference services in Olin Library, and conducts information literacy instruction for the College Writing program and discipline-specific courses. Additionally, this role serves on a RACS functional team to support strategic initiatives and programs across the RACS division.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Research

• Provides research services through email, chat, virtual, and in-person individual/group consultations, including participating in the on-call reference pool.
• Teaches patrons how to choose, evaluate, and use tools relevant to their research needs including databases, citation management tools, and AI powered tools.
• Identifies review service needs for Danforth campus, aligning with Becker Medical library where appropriate.
• Refers patrons to other librarians, library staff, and campus stakeholders as appropriate.

Teaching & Learning

• Designs, delivers, and assesses effective instruction in assigned subject areas and the College Writing program.
• Works with departments to integrate multiple literacies into curriculum and instruction, including information literacy, AI literacy, visual literacy, and data literacy, where appropriate.
• Designs and assesses effective online learning objects, including working with faculty to integrate library content into the campus learning management system.
• Develops and enhances teaching skills through active participation in library instruction development programming and reflection.

Collection Development

• Develops and maintains subject-specific collection policies.
• Manages, assesses, and maintains allocated collection budgets, approval plans, and physical and digital materials in assigned subject areas.
• Engages with departmental faculty, students, and staff as necessary to inform collection development work.

Outreach and Collaboration

• Liaises with departmental stakeholders in assigned subject areas, acting as a primary point of contact for faculty and students and proactively promoting library services, expertise, and resources.
• Maintains a deep understanding of all patron-facing library units to facilitate seamless service delivery, collaborating with these units and lending subject expertise where appropriate.
• Works closely with RACS colleagues through participation on functional teams to advance division-wide priorities and initiatives.
• Maintains awareness of university-wide initiatives including AI literacy programming, participating as appropriate.

Professional Development and Service

• Participates in library and/or subject-related professional organizations and committees.
• Attends or participates in conferences, webinars, and training to stay current on librarianship and subject areass
• Promotes the WashU Libraries to the University and St. Louis community through participation in committees and projects.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Occasional travel to other WashU locations.
• Must be able to work in an environment containing possible dust and mold.
• Some off-campus travel may be required in support of professional development or as part of assigned job duties.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLIS degree (or equivalent) and/or a Graduate degree in one or more related disciplines.
• Subject knowledge of public health.
• Two years of experience in an academic library.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience in a library or as a subject specialist.
• MLIS and/or Masters or PHD in Public Health.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Academic Experience, Adaptability, Analytical Reasoning, Detail-Oriented, Diversity Awareness, Flexible Mindset, Interpersonal Communication, Library Services, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Public Health, Special Collections, Teamwork Orientation, Written Communication

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email   CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu   or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.