Academic Support Librarian for Health Sciences
Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Primary Purpose The Academic Support Librarian for Health
Sciences develops curated collections, provides research expertise,
and delivers educational services for the School of Health
Sciences, the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and additional
programs as needed on three campuses (Sacramento, San Francisco,
and Stockton). The Academic Support Librarian for Health Sciences
makes forward-thinking contributions to learning-centered academic
support programs, projects, and services that advance 21st-century
information access and discovery while fostering scholarly
communications, research management, and digital opportunities. The
Academic Support Librarian for Health Sciences contributes to a
student-centered organization and is committed to examining and
pursuing ways to address diversity, equity, inclusion, and
accessibility ( DEIA ) within the library. Essential Functions
Develop and deliver a high-impact educational program that
strategically targets evidence-based research-intensive courses and
scaffolds learning outcomes, in collaboration with health sciences
faculty. Provide research consultation and class instructional
services, in-person and online, for assigned subject areas. Curate
health sciences collections utilizing owned, licensed, and
open-source resources, and foster resource discoverability,
visibility, and usage. Collaborates with fellow Academic Support
Librarians and student-centered academic partners to support
student success and retention through research consultations,
library instruction, and other information literacy services and
programs Partner with instructional designers and developers of
innovative pedagogies to integrate library resources and library
expertise into in-person and online education. Support digital
scholarship and open access initiatives by providing guidance on
data management, digital humanities, contributions to the
institutional repository, Scholarly Commons, and other emerging
trends and technologies. Contribute to campus information literacy
goals and assessment, and school accreditation efforts. Participate
in local, regional, national, or international organizations that
advance library and information science in health fields. Serve on
University and department committees, task forces, and teams, and
facilitate and participate in collaborative research projects and
communities with faculty, students, and other librarians, both
internally and externally as appropriate. Support and educate
faculty, staff, and students with federally funded research.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff. Minimum Qualifications ALA -accredited master’s degree in
library or information science, natural or health sciences (Two (2)
years of full-time experience in the same/similar position is equal
to one (1) year of completed post-high school education
coursework.) Two (2) years of experience providing information
services in an academic library setting. Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success in teaching and learning activities, including
understanding of best practices such as active learning,
project-based learning, or evidence-based practice to transform
student learning experiences and improve student retention. Passion
for quality library services centered around student learning and
realized through collegial partnerships. Experience with collection
curation, including the evaluation and selection of content in
print and electronic formats, and document delivery and
resource-sharing services. Knowledge of Open Educational Resources
( OER ) and creative ability to support faculty with OER
initiatives. Facility with utilizing technology to transform
research and learning experiences. Ability to manage time and
coordinate projects in a rapidly changing environment, with a
positive, flexible, and innovative attitude. Excellent
organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Committed
to advancing diversity, equity inclusion, and accessibility as core
values and strategic priorities in the library and at the
University of the Pacific Commitment to collaborative teamwork and
quality service. Knowledge of open access scholarship,
transformative agreements, Subscribe to Open funding partnerships,
and the ability to discuss, educate, and recommend options with
faculty. Understanding of data privacy concerns, particularly in
health science fields, for research subjects including the ability
to navigate and advise on Institutional Review Board ( IRB )
processes and data management planning. Experience and sensitivity
in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and
inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate
culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work. Work
Schedule Some evening and weekend work is required. The Academic
Support Librarian may support programs in all three campuses
(Stockton, Sacramento, and San Francisco).
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