MAR announced the inaugural issue of our quarterly newsletter–The MAReport.

Our goal is…

• to spotlight various aspects of our services and NLM resources
• to highlight a Network member
• to announce classes and training for the next quarter, and
• to touch on any number of possible topics in future issues

Make sure to sign-up to receive future issues using the Subscribe feature. Also, please share the newsletter with colleagues and friends:  http://nnlm.gov/mar/newsletter/.

Make sure to check out the various free classes and training opportunities MAR is providing over the next couple of months.  A brief list includes:

• Combatting Information Fatigue: Health Information Resources for Veterans (online)
• 10-Step Approach to Service Continuity Planning (online)
• PubMed for Experts (in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA)

The third in our series of resources for National Preparedness Month addresses the concerns of pet owners during an emergency or disaster.  According to the 2011-2012 American Pet Products Association, 72% of U.S. households own at least one pet.  Translated into numbers, approximately 78.2 million dogs and about 86.4 million cats are owned in the United States.  The Ready Campaign, FEMA, Citizen Corps, American Red Cross, and the Humane Society of the United States have developed a community pet preparedness toolkit for owners or pet caregivers.  The toolkit contains links to pet-friendly lodgings, Ready Campaign Pets Toolkit, a trifold brochure that you can print for your consumers and community members, plus much more to explore.

Michelle Burda

Network & Advocacy Coordinator

National Network of Libraries of Medicine

Middle Atlantic Region

Presenters:

James Honour, Member Services Coordinator, NN/LM MCR

Michelle Burda, Network & Advocacy Coordinator, NN/LM MAR

Date:  September 19, 2012 / 1 – 2 pm (ET)

Location:  Free, Online:  https://webmeeting.nih.gov/memberservices

Description:  You must be a DOCLINE user with access to DOCLINE to take the class.  The hands-on part of the class requires attendees to log into their DOCLINE account to complete the exercises.  (1 MLA CE credit)

1. Beforehand, test your connection to ensure Adobe Connect will run on your computer: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm. (NOTE: Only use Firefox or Internet Explorer)
2. Log-in at https://webmeeting.nih.gov/memberservices and allow Adobe Connect to call your phone.
3. If you’re unable to connect online, then join us by phone:  1-866-519-2800, Participant Code:  848754.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field. At least six years of progressively more responsible professional experience in a large medical university library system or health-associated organization with emphasis on financial planning and administrative services. Three years shall have been in a managerial capacity. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the electronic scholarly resources marketplace with special emphasis on those resources which support an academic health sciences center, including its multiple schools, research institutes and major teaching hospitals.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Scholarly Information/University Librarian (AVP/UL), the University Libraries Assistant Director for Administration and Special Projects is responsible for selection of a comprehensive suite of scholarly electronic resources provided to UMDNJ faculty, students and staff in support of UMDNJs missions in research, academics and clinical care. In addition, is responsible for the financial planning, distribution and management of the Libraries’ $7 million annual budget. This university-wide position ensures that all Libraries’ personnel actions (hires, terminations, evaluations, etc.) are accomplished and compliant with UMDNJ policies. The UL Assistant Director for Administration takes a leadership role in special projects including strategic planning, evaluation, and assessment activities.

http://umdnj.hodesiq.com/job_detail.asp?JobID=3248061&user_id=

Christine Davidian, MS

Electronic Resources Librarian
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
4170 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
215-871-6432 | 215-871-6478 fax

The George T. Harrell Health Sciences Library at Penn State Hershey seeks an experienced Clinical Outreach, Liaison & Instruction Librarian.  The incumbent will report to the Associate Director / Coordinator for Education & Instruction.   This is a faculty position, may be multi-year contract or tenure track based on qualifications, experience, and preference.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Director, the Clinical Outreach, Liaison and Instruction Librarian will coordinate the Harrell Health Sciences Library Liaison Program; develop and implement clinical support services including a systematic review service, electronic medical record integration, and integration of consumer health information into the patient portal; provide general reference service; and participate in user-centered library instruction.  The Librarian will also participate in collection development activities, serve as a liaison to one or more academic departments, participate in the maintenance and support of the Harrell Library Webpage, will contribute as a member of the Library Advisory Team, and will participate in strategic planning and evaluation of library programs, services, and resources. Critical skills include the ability to function effectively in a team environment, flexibility and the capacity to embrace change in a dynamic and evolving organization, and a facility for cross-departmental communications.  He/she will contribute to the profession through librarianship, teaching & learning, service, research and involvement in professional organizations.

Responsibilities:

* Coordinate the library Faculty Liaison Program.
* Actively engage with faculty, students, and staff in assigned areas, maintain and cultivate strong working relationships to support the needs of clinical communities.
* Analyze trends in departmental teaching and research programs,  stay abreast of scholarship in the disciplines themselves, and use this knowledge to respond to departmental needs.
* Oversee, develop, and implement clinical support services including, systematic review services, electronic medical record integration, and integration of consumer health information into the patient portal.
* Determine the impact of services and resources offered via ongoing assessment.
* Promote library services and collections, answer clinical and reference questions, conduct literature searches, and provide consultations.
* Provide information on a range of library issues, including scholarly communication.
* Work collaboratively with faculty and students to assess and integrate information literacy skills within the medical school curriculum.  Teach information literacy and evidence-based practice or other specialized classes in cooperation with library teaching faculty.
* Participate in collection development activities and in the maintenance and support of the Harrell Library Webpage.
* Contribute to the profession through research, writing, service, and involvement in professional organizations.

Qualifications:

* MLS/MLIS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution.
* Minimum of 5 years health sciences library or health care/biomedical environment experience.
* Biomedical/bioscience database search skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, service oriented, rapidly changing environment to accomplish mutual goals.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills; and a strong public service orientation.
* Demonstrated commitment to professional development and potential for promotion.

Preferred:

* Experience working with clinicians, nurses, and students.
* Subject background in the health or life sciences.
* Understanding of biomedical knowledge representation, i.e. MeSH and/or other UMLS vocabularies.
* Project management experience.

University Libraries:

Penn State, a land-grant institution, is a member of the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), a consortium of the Big Ten universities plus the University of Chicago.  In its special “Paths to Professions” section on September 13, 2010, the Wall Street Journal published results of a survey of industry recruiting executives, with Penn State named the No. 1 overall institution in the nation for producing the best prepared, most well-rounded graduates who are most able to succeed once hired.

The Penn State University Libraries are a strategic asset to Penn State, advancing intellectual discovery, information literacy, and lifelong learning, all in support of the University’s strategic goals in teaching, research, service, and outreach. Based on current Association for Research Libraries investment rankings, Penn State is among the top ten research libraries in North America and actively participates in the initiatives of the CIC.  A Penn State student survey completed in 2010 found overall student satisfaction with the Libraries to be at the top of its category. Our faculty and staff have roles involved in the entire lifecycle of scholarship and research, from inception and creation to access and preservation. We are the largest public-mission library in the northeastern region of the United States, and, with physical collections at each of Penn State’s 23 campuses found in all regions of the Commonwealth, the Libraries are also the most geographically dispersed. They serve approximately 6,000 faculty and 44,000 students at University Park, and more than 92,000 students university wide.

Penn State Hershey, located approximately 100 miles from University Park, is the medical campus of Penn State University.

Penn State Hershey:

Penn State College of Medicine at Penn State Hershey Medical Center confers the doctor of medicine degree and, in conjunction with Penn State’s Graduate School, offers doctor of philosophy degrees in anatomy, biochemistry, and molecular biology, bioengineering, bioinformatics and genomics, cell and molecular biology, chemical biology, genetics, immunology and infectious diseases, integrative biosciences, microbiology and immunology, molecular medicine, molecular toxicology, neuroscience, pharmacology, and physiology.  The College of Medicine offers Master of Science degrees in anatomy, laboratory animal medicine, public health sciences, homeland security, neuroscience, and physiology.

The Penn State Hershey campus is located in Hershey, PA a suburban community approximately twelve miles from Harrisburg, the state capital.  The fourth largest employer in Central Pennsylvania, Penn State’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center provides jobs for more than 6,950 area residents.  Hershey Foods Corporation, also headquartered in Hershey, is Central Pennsylvania’s second largest industry.  Hershey is within a 3 hour drive of New York, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia.

Compensation:

Salary and rank commensurate with experience. Excellent fringe benefits include liberal vacation, excellent insurance, state or TIAA/CREF retirement options, and educational privileges.

Application Instructions:

Send a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to Search Committee, The Pennsylvania State University, Box HYCL-MEDL, 511 Paterno Library, University Park, PA 16802, or to lap225@psu.edu.  Please be sure and reference Box HYCL-MEDL in the email subject line.  Review of candidates will begin on October 10, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.  The selected applicant will be required to successfully complete a background check consistent with the job responsibilities prior to beginning employment.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

Job Title: Assistant Director, Clinical Services
Organization: Weill Cornell Medical College
Location: New York, New York

Status: Full Time, Academic/Faculty
Starting Salary: 67K

We have revised the minimum requirements for this position. Additional Health Sciences degree no longer required.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Director, Clinical Services, Weill Cornell Medical Library, will build dynamic, collaborative relationships within the clinical and allied health departments of Weill Cornell Medical College, New York-Presbyterian Hospital and its affiliates.   Implements and evaluates innovative clinical support services and contributes to the development of research and knowledge within the health sciences.  Reports to the Associate Director, User Support, Research and Education, Weill Cornell Medical Library.

Position Activities:

• Maintain and cultivate strong relationships to support the needs of allied health and clinical communities.
• Supervise the library’s clinical support team.
• Oversee, develop and implement clinical support services including, clinical librarianship program, systematic review service, and electronic medical record integration.
• Determine the impact of services and resources offered via ongoing assessment.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and students to assess and integrate information literacy skills within the medical school curriculum. Teach information literacy and evidence-based practice or other specialized classes in cooperation with library teaching faculty.
• As a member of the user support team, answer clinical and reference questions, conduct literature searches, provide consultations and promote the use of library services and resources.
• Keep abreast of new developments in education, information resources and clinical outreach services.

Minimum Requirements:
Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program. An additional graduate degree in the health sciences or related field preferred.  Minimum of five years health sciences library or health care/biomedical environment experience. Three to five years of leadership/supervisory experience. Experience working with clinical teams. Demonstrated experience in the use of bibliographic research and clinical tools. Excellent technical, written and verbal communication skills and teaching/presentation skills. Able to work collaboratively in a team environment. Demonstrated initiative, the ability to manage multiple projects and a commitment to professional development.

Applicants should send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 references to Anny Khoubesserian, Administrative Manager, Weill Cornell Medical Library, 1300 York Ave., New York, NY 10065-4896, or e-mail to arevod@med.cornell.edu.  The Weill Medical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship or veteran status(EOE/M/F/D/V).

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) announced the winner of their app developer challenge ““Now Trending: #Health in My Community.” Mappy Health is a web based application for local public health departments to use to track health concerns in real time in their communities using twitter.

Mappy Health: http://www.mappyhealth.com/

Press Release: http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2012pres/09/20120913a.html

http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/slideshow/2012/09/10/30-best-ipad-apps/?intcmp=features#slide=1

PDF available from the National Academies Press

From the use of personal products to our consumption of food, water, and air, people are exposed to a wide array of agents each day—many with the potential to affect health. Exposure science investigates the contact of humans or other organisms with those agents (that is, chemical, physical, and biologic stressors) and their fate in living systems. Exposure science has been instrumental in helping us understand how stressors affect human and ecosystem health, and in efforts to prevent or reduce contact with harmful stressors. In this way exposure science has played an integral role in many areas of environmental health, and can help meet growing needs in environmental regulation, urban and ecosystem planning, and disaster management. There are increasing demands for exposure science information, for example to meet needs for data on the thousands of chemicals introduced into the market each year, and to better understand the health effects of prolonged low-level exposure to stressors. Recent advances in tools and technologies—including sensor systems, analytic methods, molecular technologies, computational tools, and bioinformatics—have provided the potential for more accurate and comprehensive exposure science data than ever before. This report provides a roadmap to take advantage of the technologic innovations and strategic collaborations to move exposure science into the future.