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The Value of Subject Specialization and the Future of Science Liaison Librarianship

New Journal Article: “The Value of Subject Specialization and the Future of Science Liaison Librarianship”

“The article linked below was recently published in the June 2021 issue of C&RL (College & Research Libraries).

Title

The Value of Subject Specialization and the Future of Science Liaison Librarianship

Authors

Laura Palumbo
Rutgers University

Jeffra D. Bussmann
California State University-East Bay

Barbara Kern
University of Chicago

Source

C&RL (College & Research Libraries)
Vol. 82, No. 1 (June 2021)
DOI: 10.5860/crl.82.4.584

Abstract

Through a survey of more than 200 US academic science librarians, we investigated the perceived value of subject specialization; looked for trends toward or away from science subject specialization; and analyzed predictions about the future of science liaison librarianship. Results showed that science librarians perceive subject specialization positively and predict it will continue to be necessary in the future. They also perceive that liaison relationships will remain crucial.

Source: https://doi.org/10.5860/crl.82.4.584

While functional roles appear to be growing, they were not seen as replacing traditional subject responsibilities. Results suggest a shift toward a more generalist approach; however, additional research is needed before stating this conclusively.

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Posted on: June 24, 2021, 6:45 am Category: Uncategorized

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