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(PERMANENT FULL TIME) LIBRARIAN - RESEARCH AND ACADEMICS
Ontario Shores Centre for MHS —Whitby, ON
- Customer service
- Research
- Master's degree
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(PERMANENT FULL TIME) LIBRARIAN - RESEARCH AND ACADEMICS
Ontario Shores Centre for MHS —Whitby, ON
Reporting to the Director of Research and Academics, the Librarian will maintain a comprehensive, clinical reference library, suitable for the requirement of…
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(PERMANENT FULL TIME) LIBRARIAN - RESEARCH AND ACADEMICS

Ontario Shores Centre for MHS -
Whitby, ON

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Permanent
1 day ago

Qualifications

Customer service
Research
Master's degree
Databases
Administrative experience
Presentation skills
Computer skills
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Research and Academics, the Librarian will maintain a comprehensive, clinical reference library, suitable for the requirement of the Centre’s varied professional and management staff and work as part of a team delivering information services and supporting evidence-based practice in patient care, health education and clinical research by conducting in-depth reference services and literature searches; developing and providing workshops related to research and critical appraisal; and establishing current awareness services. The Librarian provides clinical library services, engages in health information literacy, supports research, and promotes the library’s services and the collection staff, affiliated physicians, residents, students, patients and caregivers.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides reference services which involves interviewing, interpreting requirements, and establishing level and detail of information needed to staff and students
Responsible for conducting expert literature searches and the subsequent synthesis, analysis, editing and filtering of information to meet clients’ needs
Provides knowledge synthesis consultations
Responsible for development/maintenance of a database to maintain copyright information for scales and instruments
Provides marketing and promotion of library services to clients and staff
Actively engages in planning, collection development, special projects and best practice improvement initiatives
Using the integrated library system (ILS) loans materials and maintains/updates borrower accounts
Arranges interlibrary loans for items not owned by the Library, and completes interlibrary loan requests from other libraries through DOCLINE;
Performs core library services such as cataloguing according to the National Library of Medicine and Library of Congress classification standards;
Advising on library budget and subscription renewals
Prepares statistical reports of usage of Library resources and functions;
Prepares and delivers education sessions to enhance information research skills and prepares and disseminates online/electronic training materials and tools

Participates on Hospital committees and councils
Consult with departments on acquisition and renewal of electronic and print subscriptions and resources
Maintain an awareness of new literature and research developments in areas of mental health, applied mental health and recovery, and specialization in emerging trends in health sciences libraries

Remain apprised of methodological advances in the area of best practices in literature search and related knowledge synthesis activities (e.g. systematic reviews, rapid reviews)

Support patient use of Library including assistance with computer and printer use
Oversees Library volunteers;
Manages and produces publication of open access journal (Journal of Recovery in Mental Health) with an emphasis on:
- strict adherence to publication cycle timelines;
- timely communication with section editors, authors and reviewers; and
- coordination of high quality article production and formatting from submission to publication.

Supports the organizational online learning management system (LMS) including tasks such as:

- troubleshooting user accounts,
- performing system maintenance,
- working closely with the IT department to address system issues;
- overseeing system administration; and
- liaising with the LMS vendor to perform system maintenance and fix issues.

Performs other duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Accredited Master's degree in library/information sciences
Experience working in a health sciences library
Experience in systematic literature searches
Proficient with biomedical databases such as PsycINFO, Medline and other electronic health information resources
Advanced computer skills and experience with DOCLINE
Initiative, accountability, creativity and outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills
An enthusiastic, energetic and engaging style that inspires and motivates others
Time management skills including planning, organizing and prioritizing work
Knowledge of intellectual property and copyright laws and other relevant legislation
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and improvement of professional knowledge and skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills
Excellent customer service skills
Proven good attendance record with the capability of maintaining this same standard

Ability to perform the physical demands of the position. Experience working with various online platforms/systems/databases
Experience providing administrative oversight to online platforms/systems/databases and associated processes

Link to OPSEU Wage Table - (https://www.ontarioshores.ca/media/1821)This position is part of the OPSEU bargaining unit

Job Posting Closing: July 21st 2026, please note any applicants after this closing date will not be considered

Vacancies: 1

This is replacing an existing vacancy

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