About the Library

Our Mission

The mission of the UCSF Library and Center for Knowledge Management is to advance science, foster excellence in teaching and learning, and promote health through the collection, development, organization, and dissemination of the world's health sciences knowledge base.

As the campus library at UCSF, the Library supports the mission of the University.

Locations

What's New

Stay informed about library services and resources. Get the headlines in a monthly email.

Policies

Including policies on our primary clientele, food and drink in the building, privacy, and services for users with disabilities.

Collections, Services, and Projects

- Library Statistics
- Sponsored Projects in the Library
- Strategic Planning
- The Library Budget, 2010

Center for Knowledge Management (CKM)

This innovative division of the Library concentrates resources and expertise to develop digital knowledge bases, electronic tools, and the sophisticated computing and communications infrastructure required for the Library.

Library Staff

Under the direction of Karen Butter, University Librarian and Assistant Vice Chancellor, Library Services and Instructional Technology, the Library is staffed by approximately 100 employees.

- Organization chart [pdf]
- Staff directory with contact information.

Job Openings

Staff and academic positions, how to apply, benefits.

Parnassus Library Architecture

Opened in September 1990, the Kalmanovitz building was designed by Esherick, Homsey, Dodge & Davis. The interiors of the 120,000 gross sq. ft. building were designed by SMWM and feature maple, cherry, and spruce wood on five floors. The building is named after Paul and Lydia Kalmanovitz.

Art and Music in the Library

Art exhibits and musical performances in the Parnassus Library.

Support the Library

Make a tax-deductible donation or dedicate a bookplate through the Honor with Books program.