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Johns Hopkins University
Librarian II/Informationist II (The William H. Welch Medical Library)
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A Librarian helps people find information that they need in a library or in other collections or sources, including electronic databases. Organizes and catalogues library materials, plans library programs, and orders new materials or equipment. May work in school libraries or special information centers within government agencies or businesses; may specialize as a law librarian or medical librarian.
$66,323 / year median in Maryland
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Librarian II/Informationist II (The William H. Welch Medical Library) Johns Hopkins University - 4.0 Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $55,145 - $96,760 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Community relationship building Full Job Description Affiliated Office Address Baltimore, MD, United States Requisition
ID 122328
Date Created August 25, 2026 Job Family Libraries, Archives & Museums Job Subfamily Libraries Job Function Libraries and Museum Exempt Status Exempt Shift Type Full Time Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Worksite 02-MD:
Mount Washington Campus Work Modality Hybrid:
On-site 60-89% of hours worked (Ex:
3-4 out of 5 days/week) We are seeking a Librarian II/Informationist Il who will provide and grow our deeply embedded library services and work as an information expert alongside faculty, staff, fellows, residents, and students in the Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, and the Johns Hopkins Health System. This position will be able to take advantage of a highly flexible work environment, build partnerships with user communities engaged in research, education, and clinical initiatives, and develop new services. Candidates will have an interest in and/or expertise in emerging services and technologies such as research impact analysis, scholarly profile systems, advanced teaching and learning methods, and application of AI tools. They will also have a demonstrated track record of self-motivation, strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, a growth mindset, and a personal commitment to excellence and innovation. This position reports to the Associate Director of Informationist Services. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Assist library staff & patrons with non-routine questions through analysis of inquiry and resolution with appropriate staff. Support a wide range of services with standard and non-standard workflows. Resolve issues based on knowledge and experience. Initiate the development of new workflows and/or enhancement of workflows. Lead or actively participate in collaborative department projects, by lending expertise and analysis of issues and/or needs, and coordinates completion of assigned work. Lead special projects as assigned and/or identifies and prioritizes projects with supervisor. Demonstrate expertise in a specific area of library related work as listed above. Train and mentor new librarians and staff. Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for their department and the JH libraries and routinely lends expertise to JH libraries special interest and other collaborative groups and efforts. Continue to develop professional relationships Provide specialized knowledge of how aspects of information management apply to their unit or department's goals, processes, or workflows. Represent JH libraries in public forums, including meetings, conferences, and collaborative initiatives. Advance the libraries' and university's mission through service to the department, institution, and profession. Actively engage in networking, professional development, and other scholarly activities. Establish strong working relationships and communication workflows with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders. Other duties as assigned. Additional Position Specific Duties & Responsibilities Work independently and collaboratively to support faculty, researchers, staff, students, and clinicians in assigned departments. Contribute to the library's support of research projects and expert-level reviews, including systematic reviews, by providing project consultations and participating as appropriate. Deliver course-integrated instruction, orientations, and stand-alone workshops in both virtual and in-person covering clinical- and research-specific information resources and tools. Knowledgeably guide and refer patrons to other library experts as needed for research data management and services, scholarly publishing, and bioinformatics topics. Provide basic research metrics support for faculty and departments Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in Library Science or related field. Two years of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Professional experience working in an academic health sciences library. Interest or background in librarian involvement in the evidence synthesis review process and methodologies.Classified Title:
Librarian II Role/Level/Range:
ATP/04/PC
Starting Salary Range:
$55,145 - $96,760 Annually ($75,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group:Full Time Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pmFLSA Status:
Exempt Location:
Hybrid/Mount Washington Campus Department name: SOM Admin Welch Informationist Services Personnel area: School of Medicine Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:JHU Equivalency Formula:
30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.EEO is the Law https:
//www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance