Yale University · 2 months ago
Web Services Librarian
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $145K/yrYale University is dedicated to contributing to a better tomorrow and is seeking a Web Services Librarian to enhance the Medical Library's digital presence. The role involves developing, maintaining, and assessing the library's websites while ensuring user needs are met and supporting marketing efforts.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the ongoing development, improvement and oversight of the Drupal content management system as well as the SpringShare products for the Medical Library
Work closely with a broad and diverse community of content owners to ensure that web content and interface are current, consistent, and reflect user needs
Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative studies utilizing various methods to assess user needs, preferences and trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve user experience
Work with other members of the Technology and Innovation team to design, develop and manage the web user interfaces of local applications, consistent with best practices and the needs and preferences of library users
Work with the Medical Library’s Marketing and Communications Committee to strategize content publishing to maximize the reach of the Library via a variety of channels. Manage the web-based digital signage system
Optimize the display of websites to conform to the Medical Campus’s growing emphasis on the use of mobile devices to provide educational content, and to the clinical enterprise’s support of mobile devices in clinical activities
Participate in consultation, instruction, outreach and literature search services
Ensure that the Library’s web-based content is compliant with legal accessibility requirements. Educate and coach the Medical Library’s web content creators on web accessibility issues
Develop and maintain channels of communication with individuals responsible for web-based systems within the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, and Yale-New Haven Health System, to ensure integration of library resources and services in all appropriate clinical, educational and research information systems
Serve on a variety of library-wide and medical center-wide committees
Participate in the Medical Library’s personal librarian program
May participate in disaster recovery efforts
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of the WordPress content management system
Knowledge of user-centered design
Familiarity with graphic design software
Familiarity with web analytics tools and web accessibility requirements
Knowledge of designing for mobile devices
Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially the ability to effectively communicate conceptual ideas and design rationales visually, verbally, and in writing
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Ability to solve problems creatively and manage complex workflows
Ability to apply a sense of urgency, commitment, and focus on the right priorities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with varied groups in a complex and rapidly changing team environment
Master's degree from an ALA accredited library school, or equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and experience
Demonstrated experience in developing or maintaining large and complex websites
Experience providing consultation, instruction, outreach or literature search services
Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability
Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to conclusion in a timely fashion
Experience working collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations
Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing, team environment
Preferred
Professional work experience in an academic health science library setting
Education, experience, or demonstrated interest in web development or data visualization
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$42.86MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundAlfred P. Sloan FoundationHyundai Hope On Wheels
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2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2023-01-01Grant· $1.27M
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