Description

Job Description

The Network of the National Library of Medicine, Region 1 seeks a creative and collaborative Outreach and Education Librarian. This position will play a vital role in advancing the initiatives and priorities of the National Library of Medicine, the Network of the National Library of Medicine and Region 1.

The Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM), Region 1 Regional Medical Library, located at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL), provides funding support, health information outreach, and educational services for the following states in alignment with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) strategic plan: DC, DE, KY, MD, NC, NJ, PA, VA, and WV.

This role supports NNLM network members by providing training and outreach, fostering relationships, and leading efforts that align with the NLM and NNLM goals and initiatives. The position works in a team environment that includes collaboration with the Region 1 Office, HSHSL, UMB, and the NNLM network of other Regional Medical Libraries, Offices and Centers.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver instructional programming, contribute to online resources, provide guidance for funded projects, serve as a Region 1 representative on NNLM committees, and engage in strategic outreach to strengthen collaborations within the region.

This position is funded through a 5-year cooperative agreement from the National Library of Medicine, until April 30, 2026. The successful candidate will join a team in Year 5 of the current agreement, with library leadership planning a competitive proposal for a future cooperative agreement.

UMB and the HSHSL are deeply committed to building a community of excellence by embracing our core values. The HSHSL welcomes applications from all backgrounds including underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates invested in creating and enriching an inclusive environment through their work and interactions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides instruction through workshops, webinars, symposia, and multi-modal formats on topics aligned with the NLM and NNLM priorities and initiatives.

• Creates instructional resources, including research guides, tutorials, and online materials.

• Actively promotes and presents information about the NLM and NNLM programs at events such as training sessions, meetings, exhibits, conferences, etc.

• Participates in outreach and engagement efforts to build and sustain relationships with regional stakeholders.

• Serves as a Region 1 representative to NNLM committees.

• Provides guidance to recipients of regionally funded grants.

• Collaborates with NNLM Regional Medical Libraries, Offices, and Centers to support national programs and initiatives.

• Engages in professional and scholarly activities that advance the NNLM and the HSHSL's strategic plan and mission.

• Commits to continuous learning and professional development in areas/topics related to the position.

Required Qualifications:

• ALA-Accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Evidence of a strong service orientation and ability to represent the NLM and NNLM professionally
• Ability to adjust to changing programs and tasks
• Demonstrated desire to teach and engage with health professionals, information professionals, and the public

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants without these qualifications who possess a commitment to learn and gain expertise in these areas are encouraged to apply.

• Experience developing and conducting workshops and trainings, interacting confidently with audiences in virtual and in-person environments

• Experience in academic, research, or health sciences libraries

• Familiarity with health sciences librarianship

• Project management/planning and team leadership skills

• Evidence of professional and scholarly activities

• Knowledge of the NLM and NNLM programs, resources, and services

• Experience with learning management systems and video conferencing technologies

Work Schedule:

UMB and HSHSL supports a flexible work environment and the development of a vibrant university campus community. This position requires onsite engagement and allows for a hybrid telework agreement.

Status:

This is a non-permanent status faculty librarian appointment through June 2026, that expects active participation in professional development and scholarly pursuits to build expertise and advance in appointment rank. For more information see the University's Criteria and Procedures Relating to Appointment, Promotion and Permanent Status for Library Faculty

MINIMUM SALARY: $65,000 commensurate with experience

APPLICATIONS:

• Application materials must include a curriculum vitae/resume;

• Cover letter that describes your interest in the position and should also include a statement describing your familiarity with UMB and HSHSL's mission and core values

• Three (3) references including names, titles, relationship to applicant, phone numbers, email addresses;

• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but full consideration will be given to complete applications received by October 15, 2025.

Online Information Session:

The HSHSL is hosting virtual information sessions for interested applicants. Please consider joining one of these sessions to learn more about the position, meet the supervisor, Faith Steele, and get answers to your questions about the position.

Join one of HSHSL's info sessions via Zoom

Online Information Session Registration

• Wednesday, October 8, 2025: 11AM-12PM, Eastern Standard Time

• Thursday, October 9, 2025: 2PM-3PM, Eastern Standard Time

Benefits:

Generous benefits include choice of retirement, medical, and dental plans; 22 days of annual leave; 15 days of sick leave; 3 personal days and 14 holidays. Regular employees, as well as their spouses and dependent children, may receive tuition remission for most programs at many campuses of the University System of Maryland.

Environment:

The University of Maryland, Baltimore campus is located in downtown Baltimore, blocks from Orioles Park at Camden Yards, M&T Stadium, the Hippodrome Theater, the Baltimore Convention Center, and the Inner Harbor. The largest city in Maryland, Baltimore is vibrant and diverse with access to a variety of communities, neighborhoods and cultural centers. Baltimore City and the surrounding metropolitan area are noted for high quality-of-life indicators offering historic parks, great neighborhoods and art collections, museums, theaters and music venues.

The HSHSL is one of the largest health sciences libraries in the United States, both in terms of physical space and collection size. With a record of innovative services and programs, the HSHSL has been a leader both regionally and nationally in health sciences librarianship and education. The HSHSL employees 56 full time employees, including 25 faculty librarians. Opened in 1998, the library serves as a hub for collaboration and learning on the UMB campus. Since 1983, the HSHSL has been the home of the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM), Region 1 and is the current location of the NNLM Web Services Office.

The HSHSL serves the schools of dentistry, graduate studies, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and social work, and is open to other campus students including those from the school of law. The library supports approximately 6,700 students in six nationally ranked professional schools and interdisciplinary graduate studies programs. The university offers 97 doctoral, master's, baccalaureate and certificate programs. UMB is a 65-acre research and technology complex consisting of 57 buildings, including the University of Maryland BioPark, the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital. Read more about UMB, including its mission, vision, and core values.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request.

You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.



Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• ALA-Accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Evidence of a strong service orientation and ability to represent the NLM and NNLM professionally
• Ability to adjust to changing programs and tasks
• Demonstrated desire to teach and engage with health professionals, information professionals, and the public

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants without these qualifications who possess a commitment to learn and gain expertise in these areas are encouraged to apply.

• Experience developing and conducting workshops and trainings, interacting confidently with audiences in virtual and in-person environments

• Experience in academic, research, or health sciences libraries

• Familiarity with health sciences librarianship

• Project management/planning and team leadership skills

• Evidence of professional and scholarly activities

• Knowledge of the NLM and NNLM programs, resources, and services

• Experience with learning management systems and video conferencing technologies