{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d3f57d246bef0df2024914df","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d3f57d246bef0df2024914df","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d3f57d246bef0df2024914df","title":"Biomedical Reference Librarian","description":"LAC Federal is seeking a knowledgeable and service-oriented Biomedical Reference Librarian to provide general and specialized reference, research, and information services within a federal biomedical research library environment in Bethesda, Maryland. This position supports the advancement and dissemination of biomedical knowledge by delivering expert research assistance, literature searching, instructional support, and outreach services across a wide range of biomedical and health sciences disciplines.\n\nThe ideal candidate will possess strong reference and customer service skills, expertise with biomedical research resources, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-focused environment supporting scientists, clinicians, researchers, federal staff, students, and public users.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities\n\nProvide general and specialized reference and research assistance to NLM patrons including researchers, clinicians, scientists, students, federal staff, and public users.\n\nConduct advanced literature searches using biomedical and scientific databases such as PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library.\n\nRespond to reference inquiries received in person, by email, telephone, chat, or virtual reference platforms.\n\nAssist users with locating, accessing, and utilizing print and electronic biomedical information resources.\n\nProvide instruction and training on biomedical databases, citation management tools, research strategies, and information literacy topics.\n\nDevelop research guides, instructional materials, FAQs, and outreach content to support user engagement and education.\n\nSupport systematic reviews, evidence synthesis projects, and complex research inquiries as assigned.\n\nMaintain awareness of emerging biomedical information resources, research tools, and scholarly communications trends.\n\nAssist with collection maintenance, resource evaluation, and usage tracking activities.\n\nParticipate in outreach initiatives, workshops, exhibits, and educational programming supporting NLM services and resources.\n\nDocument reference transactions, service metrics, and project activities and prepare periodic reports as required.\n\nCollaborate with librarians, researchers, technical staff, and program stakeholders on special projects and service improvements.\n\nRequirements\n\nMaster’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution.\n\nMinimum of two (2) years of professional experience providing reference, research, or information services in a biomedical, academic, research, or federal library environment.\n\nDemonstrated experience conducting literature searches using biomedical and scientific research databases including PubMed/MEDLINE.\n\nStrong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.\n\nExperience providing instruction, training, or user support related to library resources and research tools.\n\nProficiency using electronic information resources, integrated library systems, and online research platforms.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively with scientific, technical, and general audiences.\n\nStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance and NIH badge.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience working in a biomedical, health sciences, or federal research library environment.\n\nFamiliarity with NIH, NLM, or federal scientific research programs and information resources.\n\nExperience supporting systematic reviews, evidence-based medicine, or clinical research activities.\n\nKnowledge of citation management tools such as EndNote, RefWorks, Zotero, or Mendeley.\n\nExperience developing online tutorials, LibGuides, webinars, or instructional materials.\n\nFamiliarity with bibliometric, research impact, or scholarly communications support services.\n\nUndergraduate or graduate coursework in biology, medicine, public health, chemistry, or another scientific discipline.\n\nExperience providing virtual reference or online user support services.\n\nMembership in the Medical Library Association (MLA) or Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP).\n\nReading knowledge of one or more foreign languages relevant to biomedical or historical collections.\n\nPhysical Requirements\n\nAbility to sit or stand for extended periods while conducting research, providing reference assistance, preparing instructional materials, and working with computer‑based library and research systems.\n\nAbility to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements associated with prolonged computer use, including literature searching, data entry, report preparation, and virtual reference support.\n\nAbility to occasionally lift, carry, and transport library materials, presentation equipment, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds within a library or research environment.\n\nBenefits\n\nHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)\n\nRetirement Plan (401k, IRA)\n\nLife Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)\n\nPaid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 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