At UNR Med, we are dedicated to advancing healthcare through education, research, and community service. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of all Nevadans and their communities through excellence in medical education, clinical care, and research. As part of our commitment to innovation and excellence, we are seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as the Savitt Medical Library Director.

The Savitt Medical Library Director at UNR Med plays a vital role in advancing our mission by providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to the Savitt Medical Library. This individual will oversee all aspects of library operations, including collection development, information services, technology integration, strategic planning, budget administration, personnel management, policy formulation, facilities planning, and user experience enhancement. 

As a medical school, UNR Med requires a director who supports all of our institutional missions – research, patient care, education, and community engagement. The Director will collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and strategic partners to promote evidence-based practice, information literacy, scholarly communication, and research support services. Additionally, the Director will cultivate partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance resources and services offered by the library.

The Savitt Medical Library supports the students, residents, fellows, faculty and staff in the following programs:  Medical Education, Graduate Medical Education, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Sanford Center for Aging, and Speech Pathology & Audiology. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Savitt Medical Library in alignment with UNR Med's mission and values.
• Oversee the development and management of the library's collections, including print and electronic resources, to support the educational, clinical, and research needs of students, residents, fellows, faculty, and staff.
• Enhance information services and resources to facilitate evidence-based practice, research, and scholarly inquiry.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop and deliver information literacy and course-integrated instruction.
• Expand the Savitt Medical Library services in support of research including systematic review, evidence synthesis, and scholarly communication services.
• Support the Savitt Medical Library faculty in expanding their liaison roles. 
• Indirectly oversee the Savitt areas of technical services, circulation, and facilities, to ensure our user communities are receiving the best possible service. 
• Lead efforts to integrate innovative technologies and digital resources into library services and operations.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement within the library and across UNR Med.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations and consortia to expand access to library resources and services.
• Engage in professional development activities and scholarly pursuits to remain current with trends and best practices in academic librarianship.
• Maintain an atmosphere where all members of the Savitt team can work together in a positive and welcoming environment and achieve their individual and team goals.
• Develop and grow collaborative relationships with the University's main library (Knowledge Center).

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science and five (5) years of related professional work experience.

• Certification: Medical Library Association Academy of Health Information Professionals credentials preferred

Related Experience:

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic library leadership, with a demonstrated track record of success in strategic planning, leading faculty and staff, collection development, and technology integration.
• Strong commitment to customer service, user-centered design, and innovation in library services.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in academic librarianship, scholarly communication, and information management.
• Experience in budget management, grant writing, and fundraising is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a medical or health sciences library, with knowledge of specialized resources and services relevant to healthcare education and research.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and best practices in academic health sciences librarianship, including liaison work with medical faculty and clinicians.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, fundraising, and resource development to support library initiatives and programs.
• Experience in assessment and evaluation of library services and resources, including the use of data-driven decision-making to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Experience with library space planning and renovation projects, including the design and implementation of innovative learning spaces and collaborative environments.
• Active participation in professional organizations and networks related to health sciences librarianship (i.e. MLA, AAHSL) with a record of contributions to the profession through presentations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in library services and collections, with experience in developing and implementing initiatives to promote diversity and cultural competency within the library and its user community.