About Susan

My name is Susan Turkel and I am based in the Philadelphia, PA area.

I am a highly skilled librarian and editor with more than 20 years of professional experience. I’ve worked with a diverse set of clients across a wide range of subject disciplines using a variety of research tools. I am adept with technology and am passionate about providing excellent customer service.

Experience:

  • Freelance Researcher and Editor (2015-present)
  • Library Technology Developer, Villanova University (2022-present)
  • Social Sciences Librarian, Villanova University (2018-2022)
  • Psychology and Sociology Librarian, University of Michigan (2011-2015)
  • Outreach and Information Technology Librarian, Bryn Mawr College (2001-2011)
  • Instructional Technology Coordinator for the Social Sciences, Bryn Mawr College (1997-2001)

Education:

  • MLS, School of Communication, Information, & Library Science, Rutgers University
  • MA in Sociology, University of California, San Diego
  • BA in Psychology/Sociology, Wesleyan University