Job Description

Library Services-Librarian-Full-time-Limited Term Contract

Tracking Code: req553

Faculty/Department: Library

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Limited Term

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Salary Range: Level 9 - Starting Salary, Step 1 $70,765

Posting Date: April 4, 2023

Closing Date: May 4, 2023

Job Summary:

The Ontario Tech University Library invites applications for a Subject Specialist Liaison Librarian (full-time, contract). The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of Liaison Librarians who contribute to fulfilling the Library\'s mandate of supporting the teaching, learning and research missions of both Ontario Tech University and Durham College. Collectively, the team is responsible for building and curating excellent collections necessary to support the curriculum as well as contributing to student success and engagement through provision of research and reference services and information literacy instruction, both one-on-one, in classroom settings and online. Some evening and weekend shifts may be required. Librarians are currently working in a hybrid remote work model, with a minimum of 2 days per week required on campus.

Nature of work:

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Scholarly Resources, the successful candidate will be responsible for outreach and liaison with the Faculty of Health Sciences at Ontario Tech University and Durham College. The incumbent will also serve both institutions more generally through the provision of research support and consultations (including research and publishing support), information literacy, collection development and related projects. Working in a collaborative, team-based environment, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain current awareness within Health Science fields as well as keep abreast of developments in information and digital literacies, scholarly communication, open access, digital scholarship and pedagogy, and emerging trends in higher education. The incumbent will support library assessment and continuous improvement initiatives, compile and analyze data on library services, spaces and resources, and produce reports as part of institutional program quality and accreditation processes. Responsibility for other projects or initiatives may also be assigned.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:

Information Literacy & Research Services

Collaborate in the planning, delivery and evaluation of information literacy initiatives, including the development and maintenance of the library\'s elearning content.

Teach library classes and deliver workshops for a variety of subjects and specialized services (e.g. copyright, research metrics, data and geospatial) in person and online

Effectively integrate library resources in the curriculum through faculty liaison, workshops, and class sessions

Provide both general and subject-specific reference assistance, in person, online and via telephone and through small group and individual consultations

Develop and maintain customized information resources and tools to support curriculum, research and administrative needs, including library research guides

Develop an understanding of the research landscapes at both institutions

In collaboration with institutional stakeholders, support research across the entire scholarly communication cycle, including compliance with Tri-Agency open access deposit requirements and research data management policy, publishing support, and research impact metrics

Promote and support use of specialized information and resources (e.g. bibliographic, statistical, data, geospatial, citation management tools) by the university and college community

Lead the delivery of the Library\'s Knowledge Synthesis services to support research projects undertaken by students and faculty in the Health Sciences and other disciplines

Outreach & Liaison

Promote library services and resources to the university and college community in a variety of formats and settings, leveraging multiple communication channels

Establish and maintain professional relationships and liaise with faculty, staff, students, and other library users

Collaborate with others in the library, university, college and educational community to promote library services

Participate in professional organizations and consortial initiatives

Advance the Library\'s strategic directions, such as scholarly communication, digital scholarship, open access, hosting and publishing institutional scholarly output

Collection Development

Build and manage collections that support the teaching and research needs of both Ontario Tech University and Durham College

Engage in innovative and emerging collection development practices including selection and deselection of a variety of resource types and formats (e.g. data, print, electronic, media, software)

Required Skills:

Maintain knowledge and awareness of emerging trends in higher education and academic librarianship

Proactively advance principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in the provision of Library programs, services and collections

Deep knowledge and experience in collection development and emerging practices in collection management

Familiarity with the scholarly communication ecosystem including research data management, emerging publishing models, research dissemination practices, and research impact metrics

Fluency in open practices including open science, data, open educational resources and pedagogy

Collaborative and collegial, able to cultivate strong working relationships with diverse colleagues and clientele

Creative thinking and problem solving abilities

Intellectual curiosity and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning

Demonstrated project coordination skills and the ability to prioritize work and meet multiple deadlines

Flexible and adaptable in a variety of professional contexts

Exceptional written and oral communication and presentation skills

Required Education:

MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution

• Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience:

1 to 3 years of professional library experience, preferably in an academic library setting

Referred Experience:

Experience with knowledge synthesis research methods in the Health Sciences

Previous experience supporting researchers engaged in scoping and systematic reviews

About Ontario Tech University

As one of Canada\'s newest research universities, Ontario Tech University advances the discovery and application of knowledge through a technology-enriched learning environment and the delivery of innovative market-driven programs responsive to the needs of students and industry. With more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in more than 75 programs, the university promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. The university\'s commitment to accelerating economic growth and social innovation is realized through faculty research collaborations with leading organizations such as Ontario Power Generation, IBM, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the Durham Regional Police Service. To find out more, please visit .

About Durham College

An unwavering commitment to student success, high-quality programs led by exceptional professors with real-world experience, graduates who\'ve gone on to outstanding career success and a treasured relationship with the community - Durham College (DC) has been guided by these ideals since 1967. The college has more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students as well as part-time and continuing education students and online learners. The college offers a wide range of market-driven programs in a number of different disciplines including culinary, hospitality, tourism, horticulture, business, information technology, media, art, design, general arts, science, skilled trades, justice, emergency services, health and engineering technology, enabling students to develop the skills required to meet the demands of today\'s job market. Visit to learn more.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until May 4, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university\'s policies which may also be found on our website and which may be amended from time-to-time.

Ontario Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people\'s different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the university required all students, faculty, staff and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined by our This directive was paused, effective May 1, 2022, but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts. All employees of the university will be expected to comply with the requirements of this directive.

The university recognizes faculty and staff may require accommodations. We are committed to an accommodation process in which individualized needs (e.g. for medical and religious/creed grounds) are appropriately addressed under the Ontario Human Rights Code. A is available. If you require accommodation, please contact , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university\'s

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 5/1/2023

Expected End Date: 5/31/2024

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