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Rich Rexroat started at the Health Sciences Library in 1979. That year:
The Mizzou Libraries Instagram account was mentioned in a BuzzFeed article last week! Congrats to our Instagram coordinator Taira Meadowcroft and the rest of the Instagram team, which includes Kate Anderson, Grace Atkins, Michelle Baggett, Abbie Brown, Shannon Cary, Eric Cusick, Ashley Granger, Mara Inge, Charlotte Landreth and Sean Witzman. Also thanks to the other staff members and librarians who have submitted content.
The University of Missouri Libraries have an immediate opening for a Research Support Librarian.
Working with health sciences research teams at all stages of the research cycle, this individual provides literature reviews; assists with discovery, management, archiving, and visualization of research data; assists investigators in locating publishing venues that will provide the highest possible impact and visibility for their work; tracks research impact after publication through article level metrics; consults on posters and publications, and helps plan open access strategies for the dissemination of research outputs.
Responsibilities and duties:
Working with health sciences research teams at all stages of the research cycle from proposal development to publication and beyond, including:
This position will be hired at the appropriate rank of Librarian, according to the qualifications of the final candidate. For information regarding title and rank, please review the MU Libraries’ Librarian and Archivist Governance Document found at http://library.missouri.edu/staff/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2014/02/Governance-Document_rev2014.pdf.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
To Apply: Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic with Job ID 28490. A cover letter, contact information for three references and CV are required. Preference for applications received by December 15, 2018. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Other Information: The J. Otto Lottes Health Sciences Library serves the University of Missouri Health System, a comprehensive academic health center that includes MU School of Medicine, MU Sinclair School of Nursing, MU School of Health Professions, and MU Health Care, with a workforce of over 8000 people.
It is part of a campus library system known collectively as MU Libraries. The MU Libraries belong to the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA), and the statewide MOBIUS consortium. The Health Sciences Library is one of 7 regional libraries in the Midcontinental Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine.
In the recently released strategic plan, Flagship for the Future, The University of Missouri set ambitious goals for enhancing its research enterprise, including opening a Translational Precision Medicine Center in 2021, developing a comprehensive research growth plan for the academic medical center, and doubling research and industry funding and recruiting 300 new research faculty campuswide by 2023.
MU Health Care consistently receives recognition as a leader in providing high-quality health care services. In 2014, MU Health Care was ranked among the top hospitals in the state by U.S. News and World Report, and eight adult specialties were recognized as “high performing”.
The University of Missouri was founded in 1839 in Columbia, Mo., as the first public university west of the Mississippi River and the first state university in Thomas Jefferson’s Louisiana Purchase territory. Today, MU is a $2.2 billion enterprise and an important investment for the state and nation.
MU provides all the benefits of two universities in one: It is a major land-grant institution with a statewide mission of service to citizens and Missouri’s largest public research university. Considered one of the nation’s top-tier institutions, Mizzou is one of only 34 public universities, and the only public institution in Missouri, to be a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU).
The state’s most comprehensive university, MU offers more than 300 degree programs through 18 colleges and schools. Many departments also work closely with the University Extension program to bring the benefits of research to Missouri citizens. The University of Missouri has a statewide network of 10 research parks and business incubators, each designed to help faculty, entrepreneurs and businesses collaborate to move innovative research to the marketplace.
Mizzou has a diverse enrollment with 35,000 students from every county in Missouri, every state in the nation and 120 countries. MU’s nationally prominent faculty bring discoveries into the classroom, publish more than 1,600 books and scholarly articles each year and spend about $237 million annually on scientific research. The National Science Foundation has recognized MU as one of the top-10 universities in the country for undergraduate research opportunities. Mizzou graduates more than 8,000 students annually, granting 27 percent of all bachelor’s degrees, 23 percent of master’s degrees and 62 percent of all doctoral degrees earned at Missouri’s public universities.
Located in central Missouri with easy access to St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia, MO is consistently ranked one of America’s best places to live because of its excellent quality of life. For more information on the MU Libraries, the University, and Columbia, please visit the following:
Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Diversity Commitment: The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.
I’m writing to ensure that everyone is aware that Rich Rexroat, Assistant Director for Technical Services and Circulation at HSL, will retire at the end of November. Rich has worked for the Libraries since 1979, and he has made many positive contributions to the Health Sciences Library.
Ann and I have been talking about the staffing needs of the Health Sciences Library over time, and we have believed during all of this time that we have a desperate need for a research-focused librarian who can provide support for our research faculty and students. It is a tough call, when there are so many needs everywhere, but this gap in our staffing is glaring. Therefore, we will be seeking a public services librarian for the vacant position instead of a technical services librarian. The person in the new position, which we hope to post as a Research Support Librarian, will report to Diane Johnson.
Beginning in December, Amanda Sprochi will continue to work with Corrie Hutchinson to help cover cataloging needs across the library system. She will continue to work at the HSL, and report to me regarding the HSL collection. Terri Hall will once again report to me as she did for many years, since we already work closely on our most difficult issues. Diane Johnson will continue to take care of collection development, which she has done since Shelley Worden retired. Renita Richmond will continue to report to Amanda, assisting in technical services, with no substantive change in her duties.
Rich has asked that we not have a system-wide retirement event for him. He prefers a low-key approach to his big day. We are honoring his wishes, and I hope that you will send him a note or give him a call as you would like.
Deborah Ward
The University Libraries will give Student Service Awards for December graduates who have worked with the Libraries for four years. Please contact Nicole Whyte at whyten@missouri.edu if you have a student worker who fits those criteria.
As we approach Thanksgiving Break, it’s time to send an update on facilities work that will be happening in the Libraries.
Room 114, Phase 2 project:
On Fri, Nov 16, new booths will arrive for Room 114 in Ellis Library. The furniture will be rearranged when the booths are installed. The new booths are Phase 2 of furniture and electricity improvements funded by the Enhance Mizzou student fees and in full cooperation with ULSAC. Phase 2 should be complete by the end of break on Wed, Nov 21.
IC2, Ellis Library, warranty work:
The computer surfaces for the IC2 tables will be fixed on Mon/Tue (Nov 19-20). The SITE team will be on hand to move computers for the furniture repair technicians.
IC2, Ellis Library, warranty work:
The furniture repair technicians will also be changing out the fabric for the booth seats and the rolling computer chairs. The work should be complete by the end of day on Tue, Nov 20.
Thanks,
Kathy
Hello everyone,
November is here, which is hard to believe. The cold weather is here, too, and the end of the semester is already looming. We’ve been a little slow getting to our strategic planning, but most of the campus is right with us. The campus plan came out a few weeks ago, and I am hoping to finish with the Libraries’ plan soon. For those of you unable to make it to that meeting, this is a chance to have some input. The campus has five large goals, and included here are some Library goals. Feel free to add any more you’d like to see, or to submit other ideas or questions to rashj@missouri.edu by Nov. 16.
In other news, lots is happening with space planning, but we still don’t have any firm dates. Watch for more news soon. I’ve asked the Ellis Space and Facilities Advisory Committee (ESFAC) to work with staff who may be affected, and I hope to have more to share later. Otherwise, things seem to be going along well, aside from the usual budget stuff.
You all are doing a wonderful job serving our students and keeping operations moving along. The new Special Collections classroom is busy, and I know that the inclusion of the Libraries in MU Connect is going well, too. Technical Services soldiers on and gets work done in ways most of us don’t see. Kudos to all.
I will be away from the Libraries starting next week until after Thanksgiving, so I’m going to wish you all a good holiday now. Sorry to miss the MULSA celebration, which is always fun. As usual, email me with questions or concerns as needed.
Ann