SLA San Diego Chapter

SDSU Seeks Two Temporary Reference Librarians

Temporary Social Sciences Librarian
San Diego State University Library and Information Access is seeking a temporary half time (20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends) Social Sciences Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Reference, the successful candidate will provide reference (face-to-face and virtual) in all areas plus instruction and research support to the social sciences and business. The temporary librarian will also participate in instruction for basic composition classes as needed.

Temporary Latin American Studies Librarian
San Diego State University Library and Information Access is seeking a temporary half time (20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends) Reference Librarian supporting the areas of Latin American Studies, Chicana/Chicano Studies, and Spanish and Portuguese Languages and Literature. Reporting to the Head of Reference, the successful candidate will provide reference (face-to-face and virtual) in all areas plus instruction and research support to the above areas and will conduct library tours in Spanish and in English as needed. The temporary librarian will also participate in instruction for basic composition classes as needed.

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For questions and further information about this position, please contact Linda Salem, Head of Reference Services at 619-594-5148 or [email protected].

Send letter of application, resume and at least three names of reference to: Joan Shelby; Administrative Operations Assistant; Library and Information Access; San Diego State University; 5500 Campanile Drive; San Diego, CA 92182-8050. Applications may be submitted by email. Send to [email protected]. Review of applications will begin June 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

Reference and Instruction Librarian at the University of Southren California

The University of Southern California (USC) Libraries seeks a dynamic and forwardthinking information professional to contribute to the Libraries’ reference and instruction programs. The candidate is expected to be creative in identifying and solving problems. We seek candidates motivated by a passion to develop innovative library services and with an investment in the future of librarianship. This position requires a combination of skills and confidence that will transform instruction, outreach, reference and collections. The successful candidate is expected to be up-to-date on relevant library and scholarly information trends and practices and be able to apply this knowledge to have a significant, positive impact on the USC community.

Requisition ID: 007989
http://www.usc.edu/libraries/jobs/librarians/documents/280RefInstrLibrarian_001.pdf

Medical Librarian Postition in San Diego

Optimer Pharmaceuticals is looking for a Medical Librarian who can coordinate and manage the requests for documents and references, and create and maintain industry-standards level medical scientific library. Keep accurate records of the nature and number of requests and of the budget involved. Search for, develop, organize, and evaluate ways to better manage and update the reference and documents management system. Perform systematic searches of electronic databases and other sources to support clinical practice guidelines and other evidence-based documents. Maintain and assess cost-effectiveness of the Optimer Research Library.

http://optimer.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=540211

Digital Services Librarian at Bridgepoint Education, Three Positions

Bridgepoint Education is searching for three Digitial Services Librarians. These librarians will participate in reference, outreach, and library instruction activities for online students and faculty at Ashford University and the University of the Rockies.  Additionally, these librarians will develop electronic training materials and research guides that focus on library databases and services, create and maintain content on library website, and participate in library marketing and outreach activities.

There is a community that exists inside our organization. Working as a team at Bridgepoint Education, we build partnerships while providing opportunities for students and employees to grow and become their best. We nurture our employees and strive to promote from within. As a Best in Class organization, our mission is to provide Quality in all we do, infuse Caring about our community and one another, and inspire Innovative thoughts and ideas for our students and organization.

Spring Newsletter!

It's that time again! Check out the new version of the SLA-SD  newsletter.  Highlights include a member profile of Beth Autin, job interview tips from Anne Turhollow, and an Alignment Project update from Talitha Matlin. 

Download SLASDNewsletterSpring2011

Welcome New Members!

A warm welcome to all of our new and returning members, including:

• Talitha Matlin
• Laura McMahon
• Andrew Blatchford
• Bonnie J. Brown
• Patricia Alderman
• Bee Bornheimer
• Tony Moore
• Jill Moen

We hope to see you at one of our upcoming events!

Posted by Amy Bethancourt, SLA-SD Membership Co-Chair