University of Washington: Academic Personnel: University Libraries

Location

Seattle, WA, United States

Open Date

Nov 01, 2023

Description

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON AND THE UW LIBRARIES  

The University of Washington ranks 2nd among universities in the amount of federal grant and research dollars received with close to 1.5 billion dollars in total research funding. Ranked number 14 in the world in Shanghai Jiao Tong University rankings and number 10 in U.S. News and World Report’s Global University rankings, the UW was named one of the world’s most innovative universities by Reuters. For more information, please visit www.uw.edu.

Serving all three UW campuses, the Libraries is an integral partner in the education, research, clinical care, and service mission of the University. Beyond the strength of its extensive collections and digital resources, the Libraries is recognized for its excellent programs and services, innovative learning and research spaces, faculty partnerships, global reach, assessment efforts and diverse award-winning staff. The Libraries is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism into all aspects of our work and organizational culture. To learn more about UW Libraries, please visit https://www.lib.washington.edu.

NNLM Region 5

The UW Health Sciences Library (HSL) serves as the headquarters for the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Region 5 program under a 5-year cooperative agreement grant with the National Library of Medicine (NLM), an agency of the National Institutes of Health. As one of seven regions in the NNLM, Region 5 includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and U.S. Territories and Freely Associated States in the Pacific. The mission of the NNLM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve the public's health by providing U.S. researchers, health professionals, public health workforce, educators, and the public with equal access to biomedical and health information resources and data. For more information about the structure and purpose of the NNLM, please visit https://nnlm.gov/about/about-nnlm.

THE POSITION

The UW Health Sciences Library has an outstanding opportunity for Executive Director, Network of the National Library of Medicine, Region 5. Reporting to the NNLM Region 5 Principal Investigator, the Executive Director provides leadership for all aspects of the NNLM Region 5 program including supervising the personnel, setting direction, and managing the budget, preparing reports, and evaluating the program. The successful candidate will bring a dedication to outreach and educational programs which increase access to quality health information; be skilled in managing a high-performing unit; possess strong networking and collaborative skills; and have vision for national and regional programs that shape the future of the NNLM.

This position is not tenure eligible. Please see the Librarian Personnel Code for the Librarian promotion process.

This position is eligible for hybrid work.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Leadership and Grant Management

• Negotiate, plan, set goals and objectives, implement, evaluate, and execute the terms of the NNLM Region 5 grant with NLM in collaboration with the Region 5 Assistant Director and the Principal Investigator (PI)
• Act as the primary liaison to the NLM
• Represent the NNLM Region 5 program at national and regional level conferences and meetings
• Oversee the preparation and management of the annual $1 million budget
• In cooperation with other NNLM Regions, Offices, and Centers, serve on the Program Committee of the National Network Steering Committee and other NNLM committees and working groups
• Direct, oversee, and monitor Region 5 funding opportunities by creating, soliciting, reviewing, and supporting applications for subcontracts and awards from network members
• Oversee reporting using performance metrics defined by the grant
• Serve as a resource regarding human subject research determination questions and issues by maintaining a level of expertise in the subject matter to facilitate discussions with NLM
• Act on behalf of the PI, in the absence of, or at the requests of the PI

Grant Proposal Development

• Collaborate with staff and Region 5 network members to write compelling proposals for annual and supplemental funding and carryover projects requiring sponsor approval
• Ensure timely submission of annual progress reports and other required federal reporting documents
• Coordinate planning of the NIH/NLM five-year cooperative agreement application and submission including scope definition; project and lead identification; responsibility assignment and timelines for submission; and writing, reviewing, and editing of application materials

Supervision and Communication 

• Recruit and supervise 5 FTE staff
• Understand and abide by the Libraries Personal Communication Responsibilities. Communicates appropriately, effectively, and positively. Plays an active role in staying informed and participating in Libraries and unit meetings, activities, and events

RANK

Position will be at rank of Associate Librarian or Librarian, depending on qualifications and background. See the Librarian Personnel Code for librarian rank appointment criteria.

BENEFITS

Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the University of Washington Retirement Plan on a matching basis. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment.  Vacation is accrued at the rate of 26 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. No state or local income tax. A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. 

SALARY

The base salary range for this position will be $7,700-$10,400 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. An Administrative Stipend will be established at the time of appointment. Other compensation associated with this position may include a relocation incentive payment and a moving allowance.

ANTICIPATED START DATE

While we hope to fill the position by Winter 2024, we are happy to work with the successful candidate to explore opportunities for an earlier or later start date.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and a more socially just society and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace
• 5 years of supervisory experience in an academic, research, healthcare or governmental setting, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Work experience with managing grants in a library, academic, or related setting
• Experience with preparing, writing, and submitting grant proposals, and acting on grants that have been awarded
• Demonstrated experience in planning, evaluation, and project management
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace

Preferred

• Progressively responsible experience working as a librarian in a health sciences library
• Federal grants management experience
• Familiarity with NNLM programs and services
• Demonstrated working knowledge of processes surrounding NIH grants including both budget administration and annual reporting requirements (RPPRs)
• Experience managing communications on behalf of a program or organization

Application Instructions

Applications received by 8:59 p.m. PST/11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, December 1, 2023, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling biweekly basis at the discretion of the unit.

The following documents are required as part of your application for this vacancy:

• Cover letter (addressed to Laura Lillard, Director, Libraries Human Resources)
• Curriculum vitae or resume (include a telephone number, mailing address, email address and salary requirements)
• List of three references who are knowledgeable of your qualifications for this position, one of which must be your current supervisor (include telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses, and specify current supervisor)
• Equity Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Statement*

*UW Libraries Equity Diversity Inclusion (EDI) Statement Guidelines

Equity is a core value of the UW Libraries and an integral component of the Libraries 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. We aspire to become a truly inclusive and equitable organization. We actively support the University in sustaining diversity, creating inclusive experiences for the UW community, and confronting institutional bias and structural racism. In your application, please include a separate statement of no more than one page detailing your experience supporting or contributing to equity, diversity and/or inclusion in areas such as, but not limited to, librarianship, professional development (e.g.,  presentations, publications) and/or service and your vision for supporting or contributing to the Libraries’ commitment to providing equitable services and resources to all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.

University of Washington Libraries Home Page is http://www.lib.washington.edu.

For questions about this position, or questions regarding potential disability accommodations, please contact Laura Lillard at libjobs@uw.edu.