Abstract

This 40 minute talk reflects on a liaison librarian’s first experience as an embedded member of a systematic review research team. It explores how established relationships with the School of Medicine enabled research involvement, and examines the practical, professional and emotional challenges of contributing to a complex health literacy review. The presentation considers how confidence, reflective practice, peer support and continuing professional development helped bridge knowledge gaps. It concludes by highlighting the wider impact on teaching, professional identity, research engagement and the visibility of library expertise within academic research partnerships.