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POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENThr.ufl.edu/benefits/
Computational Literacy LibrarianAssistant University Librarian or Associate University Librarian University of Florida George A Smathers Libraries Salary: $68,182 minimum salary at the Assistant University Librarian rank; $78,861 minimum salary at the Associate University Librarian rank. The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials. The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, discount programs, professional development and work life support. Learn more. The University of Florida's George A. Smathers Libraries seek a proactive, collaborative, and engaging Computational Literacy Librarian to contribute to and enhance an existing team that delivers data-intensive research methodology services to the University of Florida community. This twelve-month, tenure-track faculty position will help the UF community become critical users of digital technologies, such as AI powered tools, data visualization programs, data wrangling or storytelling tools, digital scholarship or data repositories, etc. The exact mix of skills that you develop over time will depend on your interests and the ongoing needs of the UF community. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that the UF community has access to the skills, tools, and support needed to effectively collect and discover research data to gain new insights and ultimately create new knowledge, as well as navigate the ethical and policy issues that surround those activities, regardless of discipline. As data becomes an increasingly critical and valuable research asset, this position will also play a role in advising the Libraries on policies and best practices related to the selection and acquisition of datasets for inclusion in the Libraries’ collections. This position will guide and support the Libraries’ efforts to use local and open-source collections to create research datasets and explore the use of machine learning and AI methodologies to facilitate research using those datasets. The Computational Literacy Librarian builds and maintains strong, collegial relationships across the Libraries and campus. These relationships support the development of collaborations and partnerships that reflect the University’s Core Values and support various services and programs that contribute to the University’s education, research, and service missions. This position provides expertise and consults users on the techniques and best practices to support the campus community’s data literacy needs to support research and learning. This position is also responsible for connecting researchers with complementary library, campus, and third-party resources and services to further support researchers’ needs. As a member of the Academic Research Consulting & Services (ARCS) Department, this position contributes to shared departmental and Library-wide goals and collaborates with existing ARCS specialists, providing services on various research methodologies and scholarly communications issues. The Computational Literacy Librarian is key in advancing the Smathers Libraries' strategic commitment to research support and contributing to campus efforts to grow the university's research enterprise. This position provides exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to apply their knowledge, shape the development of vital research infrastructure, and engage in a collaborative team serving a diverse community of scholars. The search will remain open until March 17, 2025, and applications will be reviewed as received. For a full description of the position and instructions on how to apply, please refer to the George A. Smathers Libraries faculty recruitment webpage at https://hr.uflib.ufl.edu/prospective-employees/current-openings/vacant-faculty-positions/. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of thought, skill, and experience of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people are especially encouraged to apply. Address inquiries to Joe Piazza, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at: [email protected]. The FHSLA Nominating Committee encourages you to nominate yourself or a colleague for an officer or committee chair position. There is 1 week left to be nominated for an open officer position!
Open office positions:
If you are not quite ready for an officer position, there are opportunities to volunteer as a member, chair, or co-chair for the following committees:
This is a great way to network and collaborate with colleagues throughout the state. Additionally, you earn points which can be applied towards the Medical Library Association (MLA) Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) designation. To review the full description of each position's responsibilities, please view the FHSLA Bylaws at https://fhsla.org/committees--bylaws.html . Your skills and talents are what makes this a vibrant organization. It is only through members' willingness to step up and proactively participate that FHSLA will grow and provide meaningful connections with your Florida colleagues. To nominate yourself, a friend or colleague, please email [email protected] by Friday, February 14 by 5:00pm. Thank you in advance for considering becoming more involved! Nomination Committee
 RegistrationThe FHSLA Executive Board is excited to formally invite you to this year’s Annual Meeting: Fostering Truth and Communication in Digital Health Communities, being held in Tampa, FL. In our increasingly connected world, digital platforms are integral to shaping health communication and public understanding of medical information. However, the growing challenges of misinformation, predatory publishing, and unreliable health advice online threaten the integrity of health information. This year’s meeting will bring together librarians and information professionals to discuss strategies for promoting accuracy, transparency, and trust in digital health spaces. Join us for a critical conversation focused on strengthening our ability to foster truth, integrity, and transparency in health communication and research. The event will feature distinguished guest speakers, including information professionals who study and teach misinformation, as well as a dynamic panel on predatory publishing, where professionals working to combat this issue will share their insights. Attendees will have opportunities to join us for a welcome reception with access to the Tampa Bay History Center's local treasures, participate in a mindfulness session, network with peers, and receive valuable updates from member institutions and the Network of the National Library of Medicine. Additionally, poster presentations will highlight the latest initiatives within our own community. We are thrilled about this year’s event and look forward to seeing as many members as possible. If you haven’t renewed your membership yet, it’s not too late to stay informed and be part of this exciting meeting as well as year-round programming. If you aren't already a member, you are still invited to join us! Renew your membership today and stay connected (even if you can't attend the meeting)! Please visit the FHSLA website for registration and visit details. What's Happening in Your Library?We know there are new and great things happening at your library - come share! Participants will be asked to share up to 3 slides and to present for up to 3 minutes. Has the year gone by so fast you're not sure what's new? Here's some questions to get you thinking:
Poster PresentationsWe are looking for posters on any research or work projects you have completed recently. Do you have a poster that you will be presenting at MLA, ACRL, or another conference? It will be an excellent opportunity to get a little practice presenting before the big meeting! Poster guidelines:
Please visit the FHSLA website for registration and visit details. We can’t wait to see you there! If you are interested in presenting a What's Happening in Your Library or a poster, choose yes in the registration form for the meeting, and Roxann Mouratidis will contact you with details before the annual meeting. We have two scholarships available, please send questions/applications to [email protected]! Applications will be accepted through February 7th. Librarian & Paraprofessional ScholarshipA maximum of $250.00 will be available to each member selected for assistance. Funding is designed to pay for registration and CE course. Members requesting the full amount must take a CE course. Members requesting assistance for CE courses must register and attend all sessions of the Annual Meeting, including the business meeting. For more information: Librarian & Paraprofessional Scholarship - FLORIDA HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY ASSOCIATION (FHSLA) To apply, please use this Google Form: https://forms.gle/jqLdeVJ5PfGsq3qW6 Student ScholarshipUp to two (2) student scholarships will be awarded annually. A maximum amount of $250 per scholarship will be available. This money will be used first for registration and CE courses. Any remaining funds may be applied towards hotel, travel or meals not included in the conference. For more information: Student Scholarship - FLORIDA HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY ASSOCIATION (FHSLA) To apply, please use this Google Form: https://forms.gle/TLkmbYQDjLRAuJ826 As a reminder, the annual meeting dates are March 13-14, 2025 in Tampa, FLCall for NominationsThe FHSLA Nominating Committee encourages you to nominate yourself or a colleague for an officer or committee chair position.
Open office positions:
If you are not quite ready for an officer position, there are opportunities to volunteer as a member, chair, or co-chair for the following committees:
This is a great way to network and collaborate with colleagues throughout the state. Additionally, you earn points which can be applied towards the Medical Library Association (MLA) Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) designation. To review the full description of each position's responsibilities, please view the FHSLA Bylaws at https://fhsla.org/committees--bylaws.html . We've highlighted the role of the treasurer below! Your skills and talents are what makes this a vibrant organization. It is only through members' willingness to step up and proactively participate that FHSLA will grow and provide meaningful connections with your Florida colleagues. To nominate yourself, a friend or colleague, please email [email protected] by Friday, February 14 by 5:00pm. Thank you in advance for considering becoming more involved! Nomination Committee
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