Apologies for cross posting -
Dear all - the following advert has appeared in the the latest issue of
Library and Information Appointments
Information Specialist
£27,241 including London Weighting
We are looking for an enthusiastic information specialist/librarian to
join the Clinical Evidence team at the BMJ Publishing Group. Clinical
Evidence is a compendium of the best available research findings on
common and important clinical questions, it is updated and expanded
every 6 months.
Role and responsibilities:
This role includes
Literature searching according to Clinical Evidence Procedures
Critical appraisal
Data checking
Liasing with Clinical Evidence authors and editors
Ordering research papers
Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have:
a postgraduate qualification in library or information science
at least two years experience in a biomedical library or similar
environment
skilled in searching Medline, Embase, Cochrane and other databases
a keen interest in evidence-based medicine
be numerate and computer literate
familiarity with the medical literature is essential, as critical
appraisal is an important aspect of the role
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant will be a good communicator, be able to
prioritise and work accurately under pressure in order to keep up with
publishing deadlines. Clinical Evidence is an evolving product, so
flexibility within a team environment is important.
Please apply in writing/by email enclosing CV to:
Sam Vincent
Clinical Evidence
BMA House
Tavistock Square
London
WC1H 9JR
Email: [log in to unmask]
Closing date : 25th October 2002, 5pm.
Previous applicants need not apply.
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Sam Vincent
Clinical Evidence, BMJ Publishing Group
BMA House, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9JR
Tel: 020 7383 6317 Fax: 020 7383 6242
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