Introduction
Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.
About TTUHSC
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.
Position Description
Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represents the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.
Major/Essential Functions

• Provides general reference and research assistance in person and virtually chat.
• Provides advanced support for comprehensive literature searching including evidence synthesis and bibliometrics/research impact.
• Serve as a liaison to the GSBS and the Office of Research, providing specialized research, nstruction, outreach, and collaboration on curriculum integration and grant support.
• Expands the Libraries' data management service, providing data management plan consultations and support for data sharing.
• Provides guidance on data literacy and management. Develop and deliver workshops or one-on-one sessions; track participation and Position Description.
• Collect and analyze data on the use of and effectiveness of research impact services and provide regular reports. Compiles monthly statistics on reference interactions and inputs into online system (LibInsights)
• Design, revise, and promote instructional materials, tutorials, and research guides, including assigned LibGuides.
• Advises and provides feedback related to departmental goals, policies and procedures
• Contributes to the knowledge base of the profession.
• Provides consultations on scholarly communications topics, including open access, copyright transfer agreements, author's rights, and publisher policies.
• Stays current with emerging tools/technologies (e.g., AI for literature searching or ORCID integration) and integrates them into services.
  

Required Qualifications
Master's degree and one year of research/project leadership experience, or PH.D.
Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience in library research
• Support services or related role involving bibliometrics analysis, research impact assessment, or scholarly communications.
• Prior experience working with open access.
• Knowledge of copyright transfer agreements with familiarity on author's rights and publishers' policies.
• Knowledge of evidence synthesis.
  

Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Benefits
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
  

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more. Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Grade Minimum
4000
Pay Grade Maximum
11000
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Grant Funded?
No
Travel Required
None
Shift
Day
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.