Biology and Bioinformatics Librarian

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Required
  • Advanced degree in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, computational chemistry, chemical informatics or a related discipline is required.
  • Experience in the use of high-level programming languages such as R, Python, or MatLab for complex data analysis, as well as with the use of markup languages such as R Markdown, Jupyter notebooks, or LaTeX for scientific authoring.
  • Familiarity with bioinformatics and/or cheminformatics toolkits, databases, next generation tools, algorithms, and websites, such as NCBI, ENSEMBL, HGMD, and Ingenuity Pathway Analysis and similar systems.  General experience with desktop tools used for molecular biology.
  • Solid understanding of the statistical principles behind current best practices in high-throughput scientific data analysis.
  • Knowledge of the literature in the physical and life sciences.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the academic research environment and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with Stanford researchers and principal investigators.
  • Strong data presentation and visualization skills.
  • Ability to contribute to the development and implementation of new or improved services and resources in support of research and teaching is required. 
  • Demonstrated capacity to work effectively and collegially with faculty, students, and library staff.  Ability to perform effectively in and contribute successfully to a diverse workplace environment.
  • Evidence of the ability to communicate effectively, both orally, in writing, and through online platforms.
• Preferred
  • Additional advanced degree in information science, library science, or a related discipline is preferred.
  • Work experience in an academic setting, including support for advanced research, the use of research data, and instruction.
  • General knowledge of collection development principles and practices is preferred and is required for appointment at the Librarian 3 rank.  Experience in the selection of scholarly materials, particularly in areas of biology and bioinformatics, is preferred.
  • Experience providing direct end-user support with library resources and materials.
  • Experience teaching information or technical resources.
  • Understanding of common methods (such as APIs) for programmatic acquisition of large data sets, and experience with data cleaning and manipulation.  Experience with query languages (e.g., SQL) is desirable.
  • Certification (or willingness to be certified) as a Carpentries instructor (https://carpentries.org/) is strongly desired.

For consideration at the Librarian 2 rank:

• Three or more years of experience in bioinformatics research, academic library, or related setting with evidence of capacity to work at a high level of responsibility or a combination of education and relevant experience.

For consideration at the Librarian 3 rank:

• Five or more years of experience in bioinformatics research, academic library, or related setting are required for appointment at the Librarian 3 rank.  Experience in a similar organization with evidence of capacity to work at a high level of responsibility or a combination of education and relevant experience in a non-library environment will be considered as equivalent.

Physical Requirements*:

• Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
• Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.