This is an entry level faculty position within the library.

The Louisiana State University Health Shreveport (LSUHS) Library seeks a motivated, collaborative, and service-oriented Reference Librarian to provide reference service support of research endeavors of the LSUHS campus.

Job responsibilities will Include but not limited to:

• Assisting in reference services which includes systematic review service for faculty and students
• Maintain subject portal resources for the Library.

Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position.

Incumbent will maintain a customer-oriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur that customer satisfaction is met at all times.

Essential Position Functions & Duties

60%  Reference Duties

• Provides assistance with questions regarding library resources or services
• Answers difficult and complex questions for students, faculty and staff regarding multiple library resources
• Conducts comprehensive searches in online databases that may include systematic reviews
• When needed, works one-on-one or in small groups with students, faculty, and staff

20%  Subject Portal Maintenance

• Assists other faculty with the update of subject portals for student, resident, fellow, staff, and faculty benefit.
• Assist other faculty in developing ways to improve subject portals.

10% Faculty Duties

• Serves as a liaison to assigned departments or programs, consistent with established liaison program guidelines.
• Assists other faculty with classes and small-group activities.
• Participates in state, regional and national professional organizations in order to maintain knowledge of library information trends and advancements.
• Develops grant proposals.
• Looks for potential research ideas multiple faculty can take part in.
• On an occasional basis, writes newsletter or journal articles.

Non-Essential Position Functions & Duties

10% Marginal Functions

• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Applicant must meet the following qualifications:

• Masters degree (MLS, MLIS, MALS, etc.) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school of Library and/or Information Science.

• Expert in Microsoft Office program.
• Reference experience

PSN/PER Number: PSN 43420/PER 24-09-1274

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000  

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA – On-site position

The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.

• Salary is commensurate with experience and training
• Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Optional Retirement Plans

To Apply:
Locate and click on the Apply Online button located at the bottom of the screen, enter your contact information, and upload your resume/CV and cover letter. If you need assistance applying electronically, please telephone 318-675-5589.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.