F/T - eCommerce Taxonomist - Long Island

eCommerce Taxonomist for Growing Long Island Industrial company

 

Our client, a stable, rapidly growing Industrial distributor, is seeking a Taxonomist for their substantial online database of products.  Degree in Library Science or related training, MLS preferred plus 3 years in eCommerce.  Experience with Endeca, CoreMetrics, and related technology, Information Architecture and some knowledge of SEO/SEM.

 

Great benefits including 401-K, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP).

If you have what it takes, we would like to speak with you for this or other possible roles.  Please send your resume to Kate Pollara

Kate.pollara@infocurrent.com

or call me for further details

Ph: 212-642-4321

InfoCurrent, 530 Fifth Avenue , 21st floor, New York , NY 10036

 

InfoCurrent is an executive search and staffing firm specializing in Information Resources personnel in the Library, Records, Competitive Intelligence, Digital Asset Management, SEO/SEM and related fields.  InfoCurrent is a division of Corestaff.

P/T - Reference Librarian - ASA Institute

Reference Librarian

ASA Institute seeks an evening and/or weekend reference librarian for midtown Manhattan location.  

Requirements

MLS degree (or nearly completed) required.

About 

ASA is a growing, 2 yr. associate degree Middle States accredited college with main campus in downtown Brooklyn.  http://www.asa.edu/

To apply

Please send resume to lperahia@asa.edu

F/T - Curator, Avery Classics, Rare Books - Columbia University

Curator of Avery Classics (rare books)

The Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library seeks a knowledgeable,
creative, and collaborative individual for the position Curator of
Avery Classics. Reporting to the Avery Library Director, the Curator
will provide leadership and administration for collection development
and resource management of the Avery Classics (rare books) collection.
The Curator will develop and conduct reference and instruction service
programs related to the collection, and coordinate development of
public programs and digital projects for Avery special collections.
Specific duties:


Collection development & management

* Working with the Avery Library Director, the Avery Classics Curator
sets the collection development policy and establishes collecting
priorities for the Avery Classics collection.

* The Curator manages the Avery Classics acquisitions funds, selects
and purchases new materials for the Avery Classics collection. The
Curator oversees management of Avery Classics collection of more than
40,000 rare books including:

On-site stack maintenance and responsibility for the security and
environmental controls of Avery Classics on-site storage facilities.

* Supervises one full-time rare books clerical assistant, and
occasional grant-supported staff, student workers and/or interns.

* Coordinates movement of collection materials to and from ReCAP
(CUL’s remote storage facility) in collaboration with Avery Library’s
Head of Access Services.

* Coordinates rare materials cataloging with CUL’s Bibliographic
Services and Collection Development Group (BSCDG).

* Coordinates conservation and preservation of Avery Classics
materials in collaboration with CUL Preservation and Conservation
staff.

Awareness, outreach & instruction

* Leads efforts to promote and expand the use of Avery Classics
through awareness, outreach and instructional activities. Participates
in programs and services offered through the Avery Library reference
and instruction team.

* Develops exhibitions, public programs, publications and digital
projects to promote awareness and use of the Avery Classics
collection.

* Works closely with faculty to build an instructional services
program for Avery Classics with particular emphasis on service to the
teaching and research programs of the Graduate School of Architecture,
Planning and Preservation (GSAPP) and the Department of Art History
and Archaeology.

* Responsible for on-site and remote assistance for the Avery Classics
collection, and responds to requests for reprographic services,
permission to publish, and loans to exhibitions.

* Participates in the Avery Library reference services including
online and in-person general reference and consultation services.

Digital programs coordination

* Works with the Avery Library Director to envision, develop and
coordinate the Avery Library digital projects program based primarily
on the holdings of Avery special collections. The Curator will
participate in expanding existing projects and coordinate creation of
new Avery digitization projects, websites and electronic publications
in collaboration with the Avery Library staff, the Avery special
collections team and the Libraries Digital Programs Division.

Qualifications

Required:

* ALA-accredited masters in library or information science; extensive
knowledge of rare books.

* Advanced degree in architecture, architectural history or related
disciplines, or demonstration of subject expertise in scholarly or
curatorial practice related to architectural disciplines.

* Reading knowledge of one or more European languages; reading
knowledge of Latin, German, Italian or French preferred.

* Demonstrated experience in teaching and research support.

* Enthusiasm for outreach and cultivation activities.

* Familiarity with digital project development and management,
digitization and web technologies.

* Strong organizational skills and excellent oral and written
communication skills.

* Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of people,
including professional colleagues, students, faculty, and visiting
researchers.

* Personal commitment to service and professional growth and development

The Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library is one of the most
comprehensive architecture and fine arts library collections in the
world. Avery collects a full range of primary and secondary sources
for the advanced study of architecture, historic preservation, art
history, decorative arts, city planning, real estate, and archaeology.
The Library contains 500,000 volumes including more than 40,000 rare
books, and receives approximately 1,900 periodicals. Avery’s Drawings
and Archives collection includes 1.5 million architectural drawings
and records. The Avery Library is home to the Avery Index to
Architectural Periodicals, the only comprehensive American guide to
the current literature of architecture and design.

Columbia University Libraries/Information Services is one of the top
five academic research library systems in North America. The
collections include over 10 million volumes, over 100,000 journals and
serials, as well as extensive electronic resources, manuscripts, rare
books, microforms, maps, graphic and audio-visual materials. The
services and collections are organized into 22 libraries and various
academic technology centers. The Libraries employs more than 550
professional and support staff. The website of the Libraries at
www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb <http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb> is the
gateway to its services and resources.

For immediate consideration, please apply online at:
academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54050

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Salary: $54,000-72,000, depending on experience.

F/T (temporary) - Outreach and Public Services Archivist - Brooklyn Historical Society

The Brooklyn Historical Society Othmer Library in Brooklyn, NY seeks an enthusiastic, skilled candidate for a temporary appointment, grant-funded position of Outreach and Public Services Archivist. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Library and Archives.

Primary responsibilities:

The Outreach and Public Services Archivist will play a key role in the three-year project Students and Faculty in the Archives: Cultural Organizations, Colleges, and Critical Thinking, a project of the Brooklyn Historical Society working in conjunction with college faculty to build a pedagogical model for the use of historical archives by students, with the goal of building their research and critical thinking skills, leading them to greater success in their first year of college. The project will engage undergraduate students in research with archival and special collections in curriculum exploring Brooklyn’s 19th-century history and issues of slavery, abolitionism, and the American Civil War. The project is an extension of In Pursuit of Freedom, a collaborative project currently underway to tell the story of abolitionism and the Underground Railroad in Brooklyn.

The successful candidate will coordinate with and facilitate communication among all project participants at BHS and participating colleges; provide instructional services, reference and research support for project faculty and students; participate in faculty summer institute and assist faculty in identifying relevant collections for their curriculum planning; facilitate use of collections in student websites and exhibits; and generally be expected to cultivate a forward-looking, collaborative environment and maintain high user-centered service standards for the project.

In addition and in support of the library’s larger mission, the archivist will provide reference assistance in person and via mail, phone, fax, and email; provide a range of public services including teaching workshops, bibliographic instruction, and leading tours for the various constituencies that BHS serves; and participate in other projects to enhance and promote access to the Library’s special collections and facilitate the use of collections by a varied and growing number of users in an active and evolving library, archives, and special collections.

Required Qualifications:

· Masters in Library and Information Science or History, or equivalent degree, with a specialization in archival studies or special collections.

· A minimum of two years of professional experience in archives or special collections, including reference and bibliographic instruction and/or teaching; familiarity with trends and usage of special collections.

· Strong planning, time management and supervisory skills. Evidence of initiative and creativity in problem solving. Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and with a sense of humor in a changing environment.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; comfort with public speaking.

· Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse range of constituents and otherwise get along with colleagues, faculty, students, visiting scholars, and the public.

· Ability to use IT applications in an archives and/or library environment, including imaging technology, databases, content management systems, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

· Occasional evening or weekend availability.

· The capability to supervise students and volunteers. The ability to lift boxes of materials weighing 40 lbs and to climb a ladder and bend over to retrieve materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Masters degree in history. A working knowledge of U. S. history is needed; knowledge of 19th-century Brooklyn or New York history is strongly preferred.

· Experience providing training in technical areas; interest in emerging technologies.

· Teaching experience or demonstrated knowledge of pedagogy and instructional design.

· Experience creating exhibits or supporting exhibition staff.

· Demonstrated engagement with the profession through conference attendance and presentations, publication, and/or involvement with professional organizations.

Compensation:

Mid- to high- forties, dependant upon qualifications and experience; benefits include medical and dental coverage and support for professional development. Grant funded for a term of three years.

To Apply:

Please send resume, cover letter, and name and contact information for three references to Chela Scott Weber, Director of Library and Archives, at apply@brooklynhistory.org. Subject line of the email should read: Outreach Archivist Application [your last name]. No phone inquiries, please.

The position is available beginning January 1, 2011

The Brooklyn Historical Society is dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Original post: http://archivesgig.livejournal.com/190971.html

F/T - Collection Development Associate - ARTstor

Collection Development Associate

ARTstor New York, NY

ARTstor is a nonprofit organization that makes available a digital image library designed to enhance education and scholarship in the arts, architecture, the humanities, and social sciences. The ARTstor Digital Library is currently used by more than 1,300 educational institutions and museums worldwide. In addition, ARTstor is developing a web-based image management software platform called "Shared Shelf" to facilitate the storage, maintenance, access and use of images.

The Collection Development Associate will assist in the process of acquiring, developing, and announcing collections from various educational institutions, museums, photo archives, and individual scholars in the United States and abroad for the ARTstor Digital Library. The Collection Development Associate will work with the Director of Collection Development and Communications to coordinate collection development administrative matters as needed. This position will report to the Director of Collection Development and Communications.

Responsibilities

• Draft collections descriptions and other collections-related communications materials for the ARTstor website, print materials, and user services announcements.
• Track progress on collections in negotiation and in production/metadata development.
• Research potential collections that may be valuable to the ARTstor Digital Library.
• Assist the Director of Collection Development and Communications in handling queries from potential contributors or partners.
• Assist the Director of Collection Development and Communications in discussions with and presentations of ARTstor to museums, scholars, librarians, photo archives and other content owners.
• Develop and edit collections-related features and communications materials (e.g. Sample Topics, Travel Awards, collection announcements and descriptions, etc.) as necessary.
• Represent ARTstor and present the ARTstor Digital Library at conferences and meetings and cultivate relationships with potential contributors.
• Collaborate across ARTstor departments to facilitate collection-building and to help communicate collection development efforts internally and externally.
• Share in the organizational effort to communicate the aims and mission of the ARTstor Digital Library.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

This position requires excellent communication skills, and experience working collaboratively with internal staff and external organizations. The candidate must be diplomatic, highly organized, and extremely detail-oriented, and be able to work independently as well as in a collegial team environment. The individual should also have a thorough knowledge of art history, and possess exceptional writing and speaking skills. BA in art history and knowledge of MS Office required. Advanced degrees in art history, fluency in foreign languages, and knowledge of online information systems and digital images are highly desirable. This is a full-time position in ARTstor’s New York office and may require travel.

About ARTstor

ARTstor is an equal opportunity employer. ARTstor offers a competitive salary based on experience, excellent benefits, and a collegial working environment. Nominations and applications, including a cover letter, resume and salary history should be emailed to:  collectionassociate@artstor.org

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No telephone calls please.
Original post: http://www.artstor.org/our-organization/o-html/careers-coll-assoc-10.shtml

P/T (temporary) - Researcher/Development and Membership - MoMA

P/T (temporary) – Researcher –Development and Membership – Museum of Modern Art

 

The Museum of Modern Art is seeking a temporary part-time Researcher to join its Development and Membership team. Please see responsibilities and requirements below.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts donor and prospect research on individuals, corporations and foundations via online and standard research sources.  Prepares and writes donor and prospect profile reports for use by Museum staff. Creates and maintains research files on members/donors.

 

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree. Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail. Strong written and verbal skills. Ability to produce under deadlines. Familiarity with Lexis-Nexis, internet, Foundation Center and other reference materials. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database work. Development experience preferred along with art interest.  Reports to Development Researcher.  Work schedule will be 3 days per week.

 

TO APPLY: Please submit resume and cover letter to lisa_caputo@moma.org by December 1. Please reference the position title in the subject line. No phone calls please.

 

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

 

F/T - Junior Research Analyst/Global Pharma Practice - Consulting Firm/NJ

Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Products Practice
Junior Research Analyst
New Jersey

Our client, a leading international management consulting firm, has exciting opportunities in their New Jersey office. The Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Products Practice (PMP) is looking for a Junior Research Analyst to join its growing team in the health care sector. As a PMP analyst, you will develop in-depth, distinctive, and innovative research and analyses, keep up to date with industry developments and help our consultants apply cutting-edge industry knowledge to client problem-solving.
Detailed Description:  As a member of the PMP knowledge team, you will assist client service teams by collecting, analyzing and synthesizing information and conducting research and knowledge development within the pharmaceutical and medical products sectors, including the areas of branded drugs, generic drugs, biologics, vaccines, diagnostics, and medical products. You will:
* Support engagement teams with targeted information and analyses, and conduct short-term research in support of long-term projects
* Provide synthesis, analytical approaches and insight into the practical implications of their analysis within tight deadlines, via client-ready end products
* Serve as a knowledgeable “thought partner,” able to engage successfully on problem-solving and on PMP knowledge development initiatives
* Learn and advise engagement teams on direct access sources that enable them to start basic research on their own
* Develop effective knowledge sharing, an extensive external network, and broad awareness of best practice external knowledge on healthcare

Desired Skills: The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and will possess the following:  
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
* Experience in conducting business or academic research
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Experience in managing multiple, simultaneous demanding deadlines
* Inquisitive, investigative nature
* Superb people skills, strong team-orientation, and a professional attitude
* A high level of initiative
* Intellectual curiosity and an uncompromising commitment to quality


Background/Training:
* Outstanding academic record; undergraduate degree required; advanced degree is a plus
* Basic understanding of the U.S. healthcare sector, notably current trends, key product characteristics and major players; previous experience in these sectors is helpful but not a prerequisite
* Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word, Power Point and basic business tools

    For consideration, please email cover letter, resume and references to:                
   Angela Dzikowski, Pro Libra Associates   800-262-0070 adzikowski@prolibra.com

F/T - Senior Analyst/Health Care Practice - Global Consulting Firm/NJ

Position:                    Senior Analyst (Health Care Operations) – Health Care Practice Area (HCPA) for Global Consulting Firm
Office:                        New Jersey
Reports To:                Health Care Practice Area, Knowledge Team Manager (KTM)
Level:                         Full-time (exempt)
________________________________________________________________________

Our client is seeking a strong candidate with experience and passion to fill a Health Care Practice Area Senior Analyst position within their Knowledge Team. The HCPA Senior Analyst will focus of on Health Care Operations (i.e. manufacturing, supply chain, etc.). This professional will support the Health Care Practice through managing and processing research requests, assisting consultants with industry specific problems, working closely with case teams and providing analysis to drive insight into specific client issues.

The Health Care Practice Area Senior Analyst will interact with both local and international teams and use an extensive collection of internal and external information resources to gather, filter, synthesize, package and deliver information to case teams. This professional will participate in and manage Health Care Practice Area analysis projects under the guidance of senior Health Care Practice Area consultants and analysts.

 Our clients Health Care practice helps companies grasp the strategic implications of changes in the market environment and exploit them to build competitive advantage. A substantial portion of their work is with the world’s major Pharmaceutical and Biotech companies, but their clients also include institutions across the entire spectrum of the health care industry, including medical technologies, payers and providers.

Roles and Responsibilities (all should apply; there may be additional activities)

•       Provides support for client work
-      Sometimes as full case team member (typically at partial capacity); joins client meetings as credible expert; takes positions and draws conclusions on a range of external and internal issues

-      Takes initiative to ensure proposal or client teams put their best foot forward; connects people and suggest most appropriate products, tools, and analytics

-      Functions as sparring partner for Principals and PLs (what are the right analyses, where to take the work)

-      Draws conclusions and synthesizes results across multiple work streams, and communicates these effectively

-      Assists others in navigating the knowledge network by connecting them with materials and people

-      Provides guidance to other KT staff and consulting staff on complex research requests and topic-related issues; puts requests into context, provides richness of expertise




•       Supports development of the Health Care Practice (HCPA)
-      Helps manage agenda for topics at HCPA events

-      Presents at the HCPA meetings and other internal events

-      Identifies and fills gaps in commercially-relevant topic knowledge

-      Establishes and promotes an internal topic network

-      Tracks and shares trends (client needs/practices, competitor activities, academics and practitioner best practice) as needed to maintain and refresh commercially-relevant topic expertise

-      Helps build capacity by coaching and training more junior KT staff and junior consulting staff on practices, analytic techniques and topic knowledge

-      Participates in the recruiting/hiring process for the HCPA and other KT members (e.g., interviewing) as needed

•       Promotes innovation by recognizing new concepts and facilitating their capture

•       Supports the local office

Profile

Background:
•       4+ year of relevant Health Care industry research and analysis experience within the industry or a consulting firm or the equivalent (e.g. specialized academic research/internship)
•       Familiarity with HCPA Operations, i.e. manufacturing and supply chain topics from relevant case experience, previous experience in a biopharma manufacturing or operations organization, etc.)
•       University degree with demonstrated high academic achievement required (preferably in business and/or relevant course work), post graduate degree preferred

Skills:
•      Good knowledge of the health care industry, especially around HCPA Operations
•      Strong analytical skills
•      Proven research and database capabilities
•      Excellent written and oral communication and interviewer skills
•      Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate with all levels of seniority
•      Service-oriented and proactive
•      Autonomous, able to tolerate ambiguity, self-motivated
•       Able to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple parallel tasks


For consideration, please email cover letter, resume and references to:
adzikowski@prolibra.com
Angela Dzikowski, Pro Libra Associates
800-262-0070

F/T - Biopharma Specialist/Heath Care Practice - Global Consulting Firm/NJ

Position:  Topic Specialist (Biopharma commercial) – Health Care Practice Area (HCPA) for Global Consulting Firm
Office:      New Jersey
Reports   To:  Health Care Practice Area, Knowledge Team Manager (KTM)
Level:     Full-time (exempt, MSS)
________________________________________________________________________

Our client is seeking a strong candidate with experience and passion to fill a Health Care Practice Area Topic Specialist position within their Knowledge Team.  The HCPA Topic Specialist will focus on Biopharma Commercial topic. This position is part of the Knowledge Team and will report to the Knowledge Team Manager of the Health Care Practice Area.

This professional will support the HCPA Commercial Biopharma sector within the global Practice in managing the topic, executing topic strategies, managing topic-specific research requests, and acting as an expert for case teams.  The successful candidate will work closely with, and be a thought-partner to, the Topic Area Leader(s).

Health Care Practice:
Our clients Health Care practice helps companies grasp the strategic implications of changes in the market environment and exploit them to build competitive advantage. A substantial portion of our work is with the world’s major Pharmaceutical and Biotech companies, but our clients also include institutions across the entire spectrum of the health care industry, including medical technologies, payers and providers.

Roles and Responsibilities (all should apply; there may be additional activities)

•       Provides support for our client work
-       Establishes credibility with clients and case teams as a topic expert; takes positions/draws conclusions on a range of external and internal issues; is recognized as the global expert within the firm in an important topic area (in this case the biopharma commercial topic)
-       Participates in case team meetings in expert role (e.g., coaches team members) and interacts with clients as needed
-       Takes a lead role in supporting partners and principals on proposal and lead preparation
-       Assists others in navigating the Knowledge network by connecting them with materials and people

•       Supports development of the Health Care Practice
-      Helps manage agenda for topics for HCPA events at the regional and global level

-      Develops ideas for, proposes and leads HCPA research initiatives such as Tier 1s

-      Develops specialized knowledge that can be leveraged across the practice; regularly presents own original content in HCPA and client settings

-      Helps develop key HCPA tools where applicable (i.e., if pertain to biopharma commercial topic area)

-      Edits external and internal HCPA publications/communications as appropriate

-      Represents the HC practice at external events


•       Promotes innovation by recognizing new concepts and facilitating their capture

•       Supports the local office – training KT colleagues / consultants

Profile:

Background:
•      7+ years of relevant work experience (relating to the HCPA industry within the Biopharma Commercial sector, e.g. relevant case work, previous experience in a biopharma sales or marketing organization, previous experience in a specialized consultancy in this area, etc. ) or 4+ years of consulting firm experience within relevant topic area
•      University degree with demonstrated high academic achievement required (preferably in business and/or relevant course work), post graduate degree preferred

Skills:
•      Demonstrated analytical skills
•      Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate with all levels of seniority
•      Well developed computer skills including knowledge of all MS Office products
•      Service-oriented and proactive
•      Autonomous, tolerance to ambiguity, self-motivator
•      Excellent written and oral communication skills
•      Able to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple parallel tasks
•      Occasional travel
•      Experience with the HCPA related sources preferred

For consideration, please email cover letter, resume and references to:
adzikowski@prolibra.com
Angela Dzikowski, Pro Libra Associates
800-262-0070

F/T - Senior Information Specialist - Investment Bank/NYC

Senior Information Specialist/Direct Hire
Investment Banking Position New York City

Successful candidate will provide high quality research deliverables to specific banking verticals for this global financial investment bank. Uses judgment based on prior experience when choosing resources for deliverables and is responsible for decisions regarding data costs that bankers incur. Strong working knowledge of the (FIG) Financial Institutions (Group) databases, (AM BEST, SNL, Nielson, Dealogic, SDC + others).

Requirements:
·      Five to seven years experience producing secondary research and analysis in a business research setting.  Broad knowledge of standard secondary research sources, financial data services and corporate documents.

·      Understanding of global investment banking and capital markets. Intimate knowledge of Financial Institutions subject matter and sources including but not exclusive to Banking, Insurance, Asset Management and Financial Technology.

·      Ability to apply source knowledge to research projects that produce complete, cost effective results.

·      Communication skills required to confidently deliver and explain research findings to client staff - both verbally and through written summaries and analyses.

·      Ability to interact with senior members of IBD and Procurement groups.

·      BA/BS required.  Masters in Library and Information Science, Business/Finance, or other relevant specialty desirable.


Please call for additional details


Please contact Angela Dzikowski at 800-262-0070
Email: adzikowski@prolibra.com
Pro Libra Associates, Inc.

F/T - Senior Information Specialist - Financial Services/NYC

Senior Information Specialist - Financial Services for our New York City client

Responsibilities:

 Independently works on and consistently completes complex level research focusing on quantitative and qualitative requests specific to an industry vertical.

 Manages a consistently high volume of research requests by rapidly determining the complexity level of each project. Prioritizes competing demands and manages time effectively. Does not need supervision to complete these tasks.

 Uses judgment based on prior experience when choosing resources for deliverables and is responsible for decisions regarding data costs that bankers incur.

  Responsible for sharing industry knowledge regarding databases or work procedures. Clearly communicates this knowledge by documenting tip sheets or holding instructional classes for other members of the center.

  Delivers actionable results in a structured format that meets or exceeds the client’s expectations.

 Partners with key staff within the industry group to improve the flow of relevant information. Attends weekly all staff meetings.

 Provides expertise and guidance to business managers and senior management on key resources and products for the assigned vertical.

 Provide high value research to support strategic decisions on companies, industries and emerging business topics.

 Support the development and implementation of information strategy through the management, use and deployment of key information resources, tailored to local requirements.

 Oversee direction of work to offshore team and ensure they are leveraged appropriately.

Qualifications:

 Five to seven years experience producing secondary research and analysis in a business research setting. Broad knowledge of standard secondary research sources, financial data services and corporate documents.

 Understanding of global investment banking and capital markets. Familiarity with a subject specialty and practices.

 Ability to apply source knowledge to research projects that produce complete, cost effective results.

If you have what it takes, we would like to speak with you for this or other possible roles.  Please send your resume to Kate Pollara

Kate.pollara@infocurrent.com

or call me for further details

Ph: 212-642-4321

InfoCurrent, 530 Fifth Avenue , 21st floor, New York , NY 10036

 

InfoCurrent is an executive search and staffing firm specializing in Information Resources personnel in the Library, Records, Competitive Intelligence, Digital Asset Management and related fields.  InfoCurrent is a division of Corestaff.

F/T (long-term temporary) - Project Archives Assistant - MoMA(Queens)

Project Archives Assistant
The Museum of Modern Art
(New York NY)

The Museum of Modern Art is currently seeking a two year Project Archives Assistant to work with our Project Archivist on processing the archives of MoMA P.S. 1.  MoMA PS1 is one of the oldest and largest non-profit contemporary art institutions in the United States.  This position will be located in Queens.

The incumbent in the position will:

- Physically process files including removing staples and paperclips, re-housing photographs and fragile documents, and photocopying news clippings and other fragile materials

- Provide preliminary description of some materials

- Aid in reorganizing materials

- Re-box files and label folders

- Assist in the maintenance, editing, and correction of the finding aid data, associated lists and bibliographies, and final finding aid for the collection

- Any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above


Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Art History, work towards a Master’s degree or MLS preferred, and prior general office or museum experience.  Previous archives experience preferred.  Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft Access, and archival professional standards and policies preferred.  Strong organizational skills, ability to initiate and work with a minimum of supervision.  Experience with computer data entry and retrieval.  Ability to lift and move boxes up to 40 pounds.

Please submit resume and cover letter, which must include salary requirements, to jobs@moma.org.  Please reference the position title in the subject line.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation. required.  Familiarity with DACS, EAD,

Website: http://www.moma.org

P/T (temporary) - Library Assistant - Watson Library(Met Museum of Art)

Part-time library assistant (Chinese or Japanese language)

 

 

The Watson Library seeks a paid temporary part time assistant to help with the processing of Chinese and Japanese language materials.  The position is available immediately, lasting until May 2011, and will pay $15 per hour.   The assistant will work up to14 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 9:00 and 5:00.  After initial training there is the possibility of working on Saturday.  Please submit resumes to Min.Xu@metmuseum.org for consideration.

 

Duties:

• Copy catalog CJK materials
• Search vendor listings of new material for possible purchase
• Key in order records and update them when book arrive.

Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with the Pinyin Romanization system or the Japanese Romanization system.
• Native Chinese or Japanese language skills preferred.
• Previous library work experience including using OCLC Connexion preferred.

F/T - Head of Cataloging and Metadata Creation - NY Historical Society

HEAD OF CATALOGING AND METADATA CREATION

The New-York Historical Society

Organization

The Library at the New-York Historical Society is one of the oldest
independent research libraries in the United States.  Collection
strengths include local history of New York City and State; colonial
history; the Revolutionary War; American military and naval history;
religion and religious movements, 18th and 19th century; the
Anglo-American slave trade and conditions of slavery in the United
States; the Civil War; American biography and genealogy; American art
and art patronage; the development of American architecture from the
late 18th century to the present; and 19th and 20th century
portraiture and documentary photographs of New York City.  The
collections include 2 million manuscripts, 500,000 photographs,
400,000 prints, 350,000 books and pamphlets, 150,000 architectural
drawings, 20,000 broadsides, 15,000 printed maps, 10,000 newspapers,
10,000 dining menus, and vast collections of other ephemera.

Responsibilities

The Library of the New-York Historical Society is seeking an
experienced, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking librarian to join its
management team as Head of Cataloging and Metadata Creation.
Reporting to the Director of Library Technical Services and Digital
Initiatives, the position is responsible for: supervising, training,
and evaluating staff in cataloging and metadata creation; performing
original cataloging of books, pamphlets, serials, archival
collections, and other formats; supporting the Library’s digital
program through the creation of metadata for digital collections;
performing quality control and catalog maintenance, as needed;
developing and maintaining cataloging policies and metadata standards;
creating and updating written documentation for the department;
gathering statistics and drafting reports on cataloging projects;
developing creative solutions to address cataloging backlogs;
assisting in developing and drafting grant applications for new
projects; keeping up to date with new trends, issues and standards in
library cataloging and metadata; and working closely and
collaboratively with other Library departments.

Requirements

MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; at least three years’
professional experience cataloging and creating metadata in a research
or academic library setting; experience supervising professional and
paraprofessional cataloging staff, volunteers, and interns; knowledge
of USMARC 21 formats, AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification, DACS, and rules
for descriptive cataloging of rare materials; experience with
cataloging monographs, serials, and archival materials; experience
with non-MARC metadata schema; demonstrated leadership ability; good
attention to detail; excellent oral and written communication skills;
flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as
collaboratively.

Preferred

Significant experience working with rare books and special collections
materials; knowledge of American history; familiarity with emerging
standards and technologies relating to cataloging and metadata;
experience with the Ex Libris Aleph cataloging system; experience with
the CONTENTdm digital assets management system; strong record of
participation in professional organizations relevant to the position.

Compensation

Salary in the $50,000s, commensurate with experience.
For consideration please send cover letter, resume, salary
requirements, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three
references to hr1@nyhistory.org. In the subject line please reference
the job title.  The New-York Historical Society is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.

F/T - Library Services Onsite Analyst - New York City

Library Services Onsite Analyst at Copal Partners

Location: Greater New York City Area
URL: http://www.copalpartners.com

Type: Full-time

Experience: Associate

Functions: Finance, Research, Consulting, Analyst, Project Management 

Industries: Financial Services, Research, Information Services, Banking, Libraries 

Job Description

This role is based out of the NY offices of one of Copal’s clients, a large international investment bank. The role involves coordinating between the client and the India-based Copal team in order to provide library services support for the client.

Responsibilities:

•Analyst will work onsite in the New York office of the client and closely coordinate with Copal’s India team to support and manage required library services tasks, and manage the relationship between Copal and the client.

•Analyst will be closely involved in all aspects of the client’s library services activities, such as retrieving Company fillings (annual reports, quarterly fillings, company presentations), Market / industry data (e.g. from public agencies, industry associations) , External research reports (e.g. Equities / Credit / Macro research), Broker reports and External consulting reports.

•Analyst will be involved in conducting news-runs that can be person, company or industry specific. Analyst will be involved in quick reference requests such as compiling / synthesizing share prices, exchange rates, trading volumes, and other capital markets data.

•Analyst will also conduct ad-hoc reference requests such as retrieving and summarizing dividend histories, league tables, M&A activity, shareholder information, and economic data.

Skills

-Strong academic background with minimum of bachelors degree
-Strong source and database searching, as well as information seeking skills.
-Ability to evaluate information for reliability and usefulness, and extract information from a source appropriately.
-Ability to organize information from multiple sources and present it in an easily understandable manner.
-Strong project management / multi-tasking skills / ability to work against tight deadlines
-Very strong written / verbal English skills and the ability to work in a team environment
-Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Company Description

About Copal Partners

With over 1,200 professionals, Copal Partners provides research, analytics and library services to a number of the world’s largest investment banks, private equity firms, hedge funds and Fortune 1000 companies. The firm has its research and analytics centre in Delhi, and business development offices in London, New York, Hong Kong and Dubai.

The firm is a proven leader in the outsourced research and analytics industry, and was recently named as the #1 Outsourced Financial Research and Analytics company by the Black Book of Outsourcing.

Deutsche Bank, Citigroup, and Bank of America Merrill Lynch are investors in the company.

Board Members include Andrew Melnick (Chairman), former Head of Research and Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs, and Sir Sushil Wadhwani, former member of the Monetary Policy Committee at the Bank of England and Head of Equity Strategy at Goldman Sachs.

Additional Information

• Local candidates only, no relocation (Greater New York City Area).
• No third party applications.

Contact

adria_linder@copalpartners.com

F/T (long-term temporary) - Financial Service Researcher - New York City

FINANCIAL SERVICES RESEARCHER

LONG TERM TEMP ASSIGNMENT

NEW YORK CITY

Our client, a financial services firm, has an excellent long term temp opportunity for an experienced financial services professional. You must have current financial experience and use all the financial databases.

. 3-5 years experience in a financial services firm

. Must demonstrate current knowledge of financial databases:

ie: Bloomberg, Hoovers, Capital IQ, S&P, Moody’s, All Thompson

Financial databases, 10k wizard, Pacer, Profound etc.

. Ability to develop research strategies and complete assignments

using financial databases.

. Excellent oral and written communications skills a must.

. Must be available for long term temp assignment starting Nov/Dec.

. MLS a plus.

Send resume in Word to: Donna Conti at:

donnaconti@earthlink.net

F/T - Reference/Instruction Librarian/Health - Hunter College

Job Title:	Instructor or Assistant Professor - Reference/ Instruction Librarian - Health (2 Vacancies)
Job ID:	3590
Location:	Hunter College
Full/Part Time:	Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:	Regular

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs teaching, research, and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise as noted below.  Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned.

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Reporting to the Head Librarian, CUNY School of Public Health, the Reference/Instruction Librarians for Public Health and Health Professions in this faculty - level, tenure track position provide general and specialized reference services and library instruction; assist patrons with database searching and with accessing sources of statistical information;serve as faculty liaison with one or more health sciences departments; develop general and course-specific instructional materials and topic guides in all formats; participate in collection development and web content development; manages special projects; supervises part-time hourly staff; and other duties as needed. May be required to work at multiple Hunter Library locations. Position is avaliable November 2010.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

For Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor designations: Ph.D. degree in area(s) of expertise, or equivalent as noted below.  Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. For Instructor designation: A Master's degree in area(s) of expertise, and/or active progress toward a Doctorate, or equivalent as noted below.  Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Instructor: MLS or equivalent from an ALA - accredited institution. (2nd Master's required after 5 years). Assistant Professor: MLS or equivalent from an ALA - accredited institution and an additional Master's degree or doctorate. Two to three years experience providing reference services in an academic or health sciences library. Experience with electronic resources, online searching, course intergrated information literacy, Web 2.0 technologies , and collection development. Subject degree in science or social sciences. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: ability to meet requirements for promotion and tenure. Advancement degree in science, social science, or one of the health sciences. Aware of trends in health sciences education and evidence - based medicine. Experience with New York City - specific sources of statistical information.

COMPENSATION

Instructor: $39,399 - $65,267; Assistant Professor, $42,873 - $71,073 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits. 35 - hour, 5 - day workweek, including evenings and/or weekends.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY  EMAIL OR MAIL. DO NOT APPLY ON LINE AT THIS JOB BOARD. Send resume and names (with addresses, telephone, and mail addresses) of a least three current references to: Daniel Cherubin Associate Dean & Chief Librarian Hunter College Libraries 695 Park Avenue New York , NY 10065 Stephanie.Tetro@hunter.cuny.edu

CLOSING DATE

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer which complies with all applicable laws and regulations, and encourages inclusive excellence in its employment practices.

Original posting: 

http://hr.hunter.cuny.edu/jobs/facultyjobs.html#3590

F/T - Records Analyst - New York City

Records Analyst – New York Office

 

Overview: 

 

The Records Analyst is a New York office position reporting to the Records Manager for the New York office. 

 

This position will be a part of a team responsible for opening and closing files, performing data entry, fulfilling file requests, re-shelving files, handling off-site storage tasks, as well as working on special projects as assigned. 

 

The ideal candidate would also be able to assume the following primary duties and responsibilities:

 

·         Perform complex analytical or interpretive tasks and apply specialized technical skills

·         Provide operational and technical expertise on a project or request basis

·         Develop and write procedures and provide training to departmental personnel

 

Required Qualifications:

·         Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred but will consider equivalent records management experience

Minimum of 3 - 5 years records management experience, preferably in a mid to large sized law firm

2+ years utilizing automated RM systems, legal-specific applications preferred

Strong computer and database skills including working knowledge of desktop office software

·         Working knowledge of retention guidelines and relevant records and information management technology applications for records retention

·         Experience in the management of legal information and records in all media formats

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills

 

Desired Qualifications:

 

·         Prefer candidates with 2 – 4 years experience in records management or as a paralegal in a law firm or other law environment or have one or more years of college with specialized course work in administrative management and computer technology

·         Significant experience utilizing document management systems, iManage (FileSite, DeskSite) applications preferred

·         Experience with Legal KEY records management software

·         Experience in project management and with project management software tools

·         Experience operating computer-based imaging equipment (e.g. imaging systems, scanners, digital and microfilm cameras, and other electronic media) and processing documents for electronic data capture

 

Salary is based on experience and on our client’s commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is provided.

      For further details on this job, to send your resume, or to make a referral:

        Job Code – HRB-1 (Resumes and Cover Letters in Word Preferred)

       Contact:        Sarah Warner    sarahlwarner@sarahlwarnerandassociates.com  

                              212-869-3348      Sarah Warner and Associates LLC

 

F/T - Librarian/Archivist - The Wildlife Conservation Society, The Bronx Zoo

The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild lands through careful science, international conservation, education, and the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks. These activities change attitudes toward nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in sustainable interaction on both a local and a global scale. WCS is committed to this work because we believe it essential to the integrity of life on Earth.

Job Opportunity:

Job Title:  Librarian/Archivist          

Location:  Bronx Zoo  

Reports to:  Library Director  

Position Summary: The Librarian/Archivist at the Wildlife Conservation Society is a professional position encompassing the skills of both librarian and archivist.  The position is responsible for maintaining the efficient operation of the WCS Library and providing high quality services to WCS staff.  At the same time, the Librarian/Archivist will assist the Director in managing the WCS Archives. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Copy and original cataloging
• Database searching (ISI Web of Science, etc.)
• Reference services, answering and fulfilling reference requests
• Interlibrary loan (OCLC)
• Ready reference questions from staff
• Assessing the Archives with knowledge of archival techniques and housing methods
• Creating finding aids and inventories
• Assisting outside researchers who request information from the Archives
• Other library/archives duties not described here are implied

Experience and Skills:

• Some cataloging experience (Innovative’s Millennium experience a +)
• Experience searching online databases and the Internet
• Reference experience, including interlibrary loan
• Knowledge of archival techniques
• Microsoft Office applications
• EndNote or similar database
• HTML programming
• Interest in science (preferred)

To apply please visit: http://www.wcs.org/about-us/careers.aspx