Systematic Review Librarian

Position

The Pennsylvania State University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Systematic Review Librarian. This is a 48-week tenure-line faculty position reporting to the Associate Director of the Harrell Health Sciences Library (HHSL). The Librarian for Systematic Review is responsible for the management of the Libraries Systematic Review Service and is the primary librarian for conducting advanced information synthesis projects in partnership with Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S.

Hershey Medical Center researchers. This position provides reference services and functions as a faculty departmental liaison to several clinical departments as well as Nursing Education and the Physician’s Assistant Program.

• Manage the Libraries Systematic Review Service and conduct advanced information synthesis projects in collaboration with clinical researchers.
• Provide reference services related to systematic reviews and act as a liaison to clinical departments, Nursing Education, and the Physician’s Assistant Program.
• Collaborate with Penn State College of Medicine and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center researchers on information needs and workflows.

• An MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent/advanced degree in relevant academic disciplines).
• Experience in collaborative research and training as a systematic review searcher.
• Familiarity with PRISMA/JBI and systematic review software (e.g., Rayyan, Covidence).
• Experience as a liaison librarian providing instruction, reference, and research support.
• Strong knowledge of print and digital information resources.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.

• 1+ years of experience in a health sciences library.
• Experience in course-integrated library instruction.
• Demonstrated experience with current technologies such as online meeting systems, Open Science workflows, project management tools, Microsoft products and specialized library research software.

The successful candidate may be hired at the rank of Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian. The Assistant Librarian should possess a graduate degree in library or information studies or an equivalent/advanced degree in relevant disciplines, with demonstrated potential and growth in research and service. The Associate Librarian should meet the same qualifications and demonstrate excellence in librarianship, an established research reputation, and a strong record of service.

More information can be found in the Guideline for Promotion and Tenure Criteria.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits program, generous paid time off, tuition discount for employees and eligible family members, and funds for professional development travel for faculty in the University Libraries.

All candidate materials must be submitted via Workday. Interested candidates are required to upload a cover letter, a resume or CV, and three professional references. Materials should demonstrate professional qualifications, related work experience, and contributions to librarianship, teaching, research, and/or service, and reflect a commitment to equal opportunity and inclusive access. References should include a direct supervisor, a colleague, and one additional reference, with clear indication of the relationship.

All references must be submitted at the time of application submission; they may be contacted later in the search process.

The University expects full-time faculty to participate in the university workspace or on-campus intellectual and educational community; remote work arrangements are generally not permitted.

Background checks and clearances are required: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Background Check. The College of Medicine/Hershey environment and related institutional context are described for informational purposes. Penn State is committed to equal opportunity and to inclusion in all aspects of employment.