Literature Searching

• Using bibliographic databases including MEDLINE (Ovid and EBSCO), CINAHL (EBSCO), and Cochrane (Ovid)
• Designing a search strategy with controlled vocabulary (i.e. MeSH), keywords, and advanced search techniques (i.e. proximity, truncation, etc.)
• Sharing results using citation managers like RefWorks and EndNote.

Systematic & Rapid Reviews

• Applying literature searching skills with clear documentation for maximum transparency
• Expertise in overall systematic review process and methodology
• Familiarity with key frameworks like PRISMA and STROBE

Data Management

• Designing and implementing research data management plans in accordance with NIH policies
• Creating efficient and transparent workflows for file naming, storage, and archiving

Collection Development

• Act as primary contact with vendors for all digital resources
• Analyzing print and digital collections to identify strengths, gaps, overlap, and uniqueness of the collections
• Compiling usage data for annual statistics and renewal decisions
• Implementing a demand-driven acquisition model to complement traditional acquisition workflows

Instruction

• Actively engage with users to understand their needs, build collaborations, and promote library services
• Create and deliver a wide range of information literacy services to users, including classroom teaching, LMS courses, and individualized instruction
• Produces documentation on general and subject-specific areas to aid in library instruction, including online tutorials, videos, and other effective technology to maximize accessibility

Project Management

• Manage teams and timelines to complete projects on schedule
• Implement regular communication to stay on top of upcoming tasks and provide necessary assistance
• Leverage collaborative tools to enhance transparency and communication

Data Analysis

• Practical knowledge of data analytics in Excel and Google Sheets
• Intermediate skill with SQL
• Able to create data visualizations and dashboards using Google Sheets, Excel, Power BI, and Tableau

Writing and Editing

• Skilled in editing to improve clarity and completeness by correcting grammar, punctuation, misstatements, spelling, and ambiguity
• Practical knowledge of multiple writing formats, including APA, MLA, AMA, and Chicago 
• Experience with the scholarly journal publishing process

Virtual Work

• Ten years of experience working fully remote or hybrid
• Strong communication skills using email, phone, Teams, SharePoint, Zoom, and more
• Comfortable working with distributed teams or alone with minimal supervision

• 04/2024 – 05/2025

  Executive Director

  Region 5, Network of the National Library of Medicine

• 04/2021 – 03/2024

  Medical Librarian

  St. Luke’s Health System

• 05/2019 – 03/2024

  Research Health Science Associate

  Portland VA Health Care System

• 08/2016 – 05/2019

  Health Sciences Librarian

  Washington State University, Spokane

• 04/2016 – 08/2016

  Library Assistant

  Providence Sacred Heart