Research Librarian at the Schlesinger Library,
Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, Harvard University
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The Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University is dedicated to creating and sharing transformative ideas across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. The Fellowship Program annually supports the work of 50 leading artists and scholars. Academic Ventures fosters collaborative research projects and sponsors lectures and conferences that engage scholars with the public. The Schlesinger Library documents the lives of American women of the past and present for the future, furthering the Institute’s commitment to women, gender, and society.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to the Head of Research Services, the Research Librarian provides a full range of reference and research assistance and consultation to scholars from across the globe and to Harvard University students, faculty and staff, as well as the general public. Additionally, the incumbent will create and conduct library instruction sessions, support and promote the use of the Schlesinger’s collections in University-wide teaching and learning initiatives. This position is intended for a dynamic and team-orientated Research Librarian who will play a vital role in support of the Library’s research, teaching, and learning initiatives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited graduate program or equivalent education and experience.
- Three or more years of professional reference or research services experience in a special collections or archives with significant responsibilities for instruction and education.
- Knowledge of best practices and current methods in special collections pedagogy and reference services.
- Capacity to thrive as a highly collaborative team member in a future-focused environment.
- Strong public service orientation.
- Experience in the effective use of research tools (scholarly resources, citation management tools, etc.)
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