FAQs
What is the main focus of the Research & Education Intern position at the Duke University Medical Center Library?
The Research & Education Intern will support various areas within the department, including reference, research services, instruction, consultations, bibliometrics/research impact, and advanced literature review searches. The role aims to provide the intern with experience in health sciences and academic librarianship.
What specific responsibilities will the intern have?
The intern's responsibilities will include assisting patrons with reference and research questions, developing and updating literature searches, working with citation management tools, participating in bibliometric projects, teaching workshops, maintaining library research guides, capturing data on library activities, and contributing to blogs and service improvement initiatives.
What is the time commitment required for this internship?
The intern is expected to commit to 20 hours per week for one year, with the potential to extend to a second year. The hours are flexible but must be completed between 8 am and 6 pm.
What academic qualifications are required for this internship?
The candidate must be enrolled in a Master's degree program in Library/Information Science. A background in STEM or biomedicine is not required.
Will the intern receive training for the various tasks they will undertake?
Yes, the intern will gain practical skills during their time in the position and will be supported in developing expertise in various areas, including searching journal article databases, citation management, and instructional techniques.
How will the intern interact with patrons?
The intern will assist patrons through various channels, including chat, email, Zoom, and in person at the library service desk.
Is there an opportunity for the intern to teach or lead workshops?
Yes, the intern will have the opportunity to teach library drop-in workshops and hold one-on-one or small group research consultations. They may also co-teach classes within the graduate health professions' programs.
Are there any opportunities to work on special projects?
Yes, the intern may contribute to bibliometric and research impact projects, service improvement initiatives, and can also help create web-based tutorials and contribute to publications as needed.
What types of databases will the intern be expected to utilize?
The intern will utilize various databases such as PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, and PsycINFO for advanced literature searches and systematic reviews.
Will the role involve administrative tasks?
Yes, the intern will help compile analytics on institutional publishing and capture data on library activities, which may include various administrative tasks relevant to library operations.