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Head of Health Sciences Collections, University Libraries

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Oct 20, 2026
Closing tomorrow
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$67,375 - $70,000

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Head of Health Sciences Collections, University Libraries

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Head of Health Sciences Collections, University Libraries
Classification Title Instructional Support Specialist
Department Research, Collections & Outreach
Posting Number P260209
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64417
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 08
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL4
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The University at Buffalo (UB) Libraries seek a creative, collaborative, and self-motivated individual to serve as the Head of Health Sciences Collections. The successful candidate will manage the selection, collection development, and review of information resources in all formats with a particular focus on electronic resources, in the subjects of the five Health Sciences Schools.The candidate will also play a key role in developing and refining the library’s health sciences resources to support faculty, staff, and student needs. This position requires independent judgment and data-driven decision making in managing and assessing the Health Sciences Collection. The individual will be an important part of the Health Sciences Library Services (HSLS) team and will also work closely with the Discovery Services Unit.

Primary duties will include:
  • Collaborates with fellow HSLS team members to assess the Health Sciences Collection for collection development, deselection, and accreditation needs.
  • Monitors overall growth and development of the HSLS collection.
  • Systematically selects material in all formats (print, digital, data sets, fixed and streaming multimedia, etc.) to advance research, teaching, and learning in the five Health Sciences Schools.
  • Carries out strategy, planning, problem-solving, and coordination of collections policies.
  • Consults and collaborates proactively with the Discovery Services department and others across the Libraries.
  • Manages funds allocated to the Health Sciences Collections area, including tracking purchasing.
  • Coordinates vendor and publisher relationships and communications for all health sciences resources, including trials, renewals, platform changes, and negotiations.
  • Serves as HSLS’s representative on Collections Committees and collaborates on university-wide collection development guidelines and procedures.
  • Demonstrates commitment to continued professional growth and active participation in professional activities and service.

The Head of Health Sciences Collections will report to the Head of Health Sciences Library Services and will work with librarians and staff across the University Libraries.

The University Libraries is a welcoming multicultural environment that serves an increasingly diverse constituency of patrons. Our employees, services, collections, and policies honor and reflect this diversity, and we invite individuals whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization to apply.
Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution and one year of relevant experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
  • Ability to use independent judgment and data-driven decision making in managing and assessing the Health Sciences Collection.
  • Familiarity with scholarly medical and clinical resources, including databases, e‑journals and e‑books.
  • Ability to work independently, balance tasks efficiently, and manage priorities without day-to-day supervision in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Excellent communication skills ability to tailor communications based on the audience.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the ability to support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced knowledge of resource management, acquisitions, and collection assessment.
  • Experience working in an academic library, health sciences library, special library, or with the health sciences research community.
  • Familiarity with reviewing and negotiating license agreements.
  • Experience with Alma Analytics or comparable reporting tools.
  • Proficiency with Excel for data analysis, reporting, and financial tracking.
  • Engagement in professional and/or subject discipline organizations.
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $67,375 - $70,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type Full-Time
Campus South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary In your cover letter, please highlight the most relevant qualifications you would bring to this position based on the posting, and tell us how your background, perspective, and experience will help us fulfill our mission and meet our goals. All candidates who are contacted by the search committee should be prepared to discuss how they see themselves contributing to the University’s equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts.
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Jesse Meyer
Contact's Pronouns He/Him
Contact's Title HR Officer
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-1318
Posting Dates
Posted 09/21/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants 10/05/2026
Deadline for External Applicants 10/20/2026
Date to be filled
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
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    • State Classified
    • State Professional
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    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  3. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  4. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No

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  2. Resume
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