Research Support Librarian

Unit Summary

The HHS Knowledge Centre was established to optimize the use of evidence from research and data at HHS and its regional community to improve outcomes and experiences for patients, health care providers and the health system. In addition, the HHS Knowledge Centre aims to foster a collaborative research community in Hamilton. The Knowledge Centre comprises three programs: Knowledge Synthesis & Guidelines Development Program, Knowledge Mobilization & Research Program (Centre for Evidence-Based Implementation), and the Quality & Education Program.

Position Summary

This is a part-time (1 day per week) position, reporting to the Director of the HHS Knowledge Centre’s Knowledge Synthesis & Guidelines Development Program. The Research Support Librarian plays a key role in advancing the research mission of the HHS Knowledge Centre by providing expert information, evidence synthesis, and knowledge translation support across the research lifecycle. Working collaboratively with researchers, clinicians, trainees, and organizational partners, the role supports high quality, evidence informed research practices and facilitates the effective mobilization of research findings into practice, policy, and education.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Conduct advanced literature searching including multiple databases to best inform evidence synthesis, including meta-analyses, network meta-analyses and clinical practice guidelines to inform research programs, grant applications, quality improvement initiatives, improvements in clinical care and policy development.
• Carry out literature searches for clinical and non-clinical staff using bibliographic and non-bibliographic databases, as well as document delivery, in relation to their needs.
• Apply advanced searching techniques to main bibliographic databases in the health sciences (i.e. Medline, PubMed, CINAHL, PsychInfo) as well as non-published sources such as registries and abstract repositories.
• Coordinate peer review of search strategies and contribute to methodological advances in search methodology, including best practices in incorporating AI and other novel methodological strategies
• Build a personal rapport and a collaborative environment with knowledge synthesis collaborators, bringing together all the pieces of the information-seeking process through the use of effective probing techniques to understand what the need is, where it originates from and filling in gaps where necessary, with regards to research question formulation, search strategy consultation, knowledge management, moral support, etc.
• Collaborate with researchers and clinical teams to clarify research questions, develop search strategies, and identify high-quality evidence sources
• Advise on publication strategies, journal selection, and citation management tools.
• Support research teams with current awareness services and targeted updates on emerging evidence in priority areas.
• Participate in educational initiatives by presenting, facilitating and preparing support materials around evidence synthesis. This includes seminars, webinars and other regional, national or international educational opportunities relevant to evidence synthesis and searching of medical literature
• Support the translation of research evidence into practice, policy, and decision making through collaboration with researchers, clinicians, and organizational stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of KT products such as evidence summaries, briefing notes, presentations, and plain language materials tailored to different audiences.
• Advise on dissemination strategies, including appropriate platforms, formats, and audiences for research findings.

Schedule Work Hours

Temporary, part-time, 7.5 hours/week.

This position is temporary until July 2027.

This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work arrangement, in accordance with HHS’ Remote Work Policy.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Library/Information Sciences
• Experience in a health sciences, hospital, academic, or research-focused information environment
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced literature searches in health or biomedical databases and searching interfaces (e.g. Medline, PubMed, CINAHL, PsychInfo).
• Strong understanding of evidence synthesis approaches and evidence-based healthcare principles and practice, levels of evidence, and research methods.
• Comprehension of knowledge translation and how to bridge the gap between the knowledge creator and the knowledge user.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, consultation, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to carry out tasks with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of cataloguing and indexing principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.