F/T - Curatorial Asst, Am Num Soc (temp) (NY)

Curatorial Assistant

The American Numismatic Society seeks two full-time, temporary curatorial assistants. These are full-time (30-40 hours per week), project-based temporary positions (approximately three to four months) to photograph and catalogue the American Numismatic Society’s collection of East Asian coins, which numbers approximately 50,000 objects. Approximately 45,000 of these need documentary photography. The bulk of the collection consists of Chinese coins and other monetary objects, ranging from antiquity to the present. These two positions entail photographing objects using a simple photography apparatus, renaming individual photo files, and updating catalogue entries in the collection database where needed. The successful candidates will be willing and able to work at a rapid pace to meet project goals. While computer skills are required, knowledge of photography and Chinese is not. The ideal applicant is someone with museum experience or seeking to gain it.

Location
Work must be performed in the office at the Society’s headquarters at 75 Varick Street in lower Manhattan. The work cannot be performed remotely or on a hybrid arrangement.

Compensation
The rate of pay is $30/hour.

Position Start Date
Immediately

To Apply
Please send a resume/CV, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience for the position, and an email address and phone number for two references to position@numismatics.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Society is not able to sponsor visas at this time. All applicants must undergo a criminal background check prior to the start of employment.

Source: https://numismatics.org/about-us-2/employment/

F/T - Metadata Specialist II, NYPL

New York Public Library is seeking Metadata Specialist II applicants for two position openings. The application deadline is April 26, 2026.

Overview
The New York Public Library (NYPL) is one of the world's great public research libraries. Its research centers provide opportunities for engagement with in-depth and unique collections, inspirational reading rooms, exhibitions, programs, and a range of research services. Collections and Research Services encompasses several departments focused on managing the ongoing development of our exceptional research collections, advancing unified discovery and expanded access, both in-person and online, and ensuring stewardship of the collections at every stage of the collections lifecycle. Within the Digital Collections Operations department, the Metadata Services Unit (MSU) supports access and discovery of the Library's digital assets through the creation and management of descriptive metadata, strengthening data interoperability across the Library, and guiding its metadata strategy.

Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist II contributes to metadata initiatives focused on describing digitized and born-digital research collections made available through NYPL Digital Collections. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are crucial for ensuring quality metadata creation, approvals, and remediation within our collaborative team, which manages over 2.5 million records. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive individual who can quickly synthesize complex information and is dedicated to making unique, historically significant collections accessible to the public.

Note: We are filling two openings. Each position will liaise with a combination of 4–6 divisions of the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library located at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building that will be determined by subject expertise and interest. Collections supported may include manuscripts, archives, rare books, maps, prints, photography, image clippings, and/or reference works about art and architecture.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist II will:

• Serve as the Metadata Services Unit's primary liaison for 4–6 divisions of the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library located at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
• Actively contribute to the creation, approval, and enhancement of descriptive metadata for corresponding digital collections
• Provide consultation for division staff and metadata partners through planning, training, and guidance on metadata standards and local practices
• Participate in large-scale remediation, reparative description, targeted enhancement, and migration projects to improve discovery and access of digital assets, including an upcoming system migration to a new Digital Asset Management System (DAMS)
• Work closely with Library colleagues involved in digitization, digital asset management, and description including rights clearance, permissions, digital imaging, cataloging, archival processing, exhibitions, et al.
• Keep current with emerging standards, trends, and technologies in the field
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications
Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as library and information science, archival studies, information management, data science, and/or public history
Required Experience

• Experience with metadata creation, remediation, reconciliation, and/or enhancement in the context of libraries, archives, museums, or other collecting institutions (can include coursework or internships)
• Experience working with manuscripts, archives, rare books, maps, prints, photographs, image clippings, and/or art and architecture reference collections (can include coursework or internships)

Required Skills

• Demonstrated competency with metadata schemas and standards (MODS, Dublin Core, METS, VRA Core, MARC/RDA, EAD/DACS, etc.), controlled vocabularies (Library of Congress, Getty Vocabularies, Wikidata, etc.), and data formats (XML, JSON, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently on complex projects that involve diverse stakeholders
• Capacity to manage a large volume of work across simultaneous projects while maintaining a consistently high degree of accuracy
• Comfort with problem solving and rapidly synthesizing new information and workflows
• Willingness to experiment and incorporate new tools and practices (e.g., linked data, entity management, IIIF, etc.) to enhance services and complete tasks more efficiently

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems 
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Office setting
• Hybrid schedule, with a minimum of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote

Physical Duties

• May require travel within NYC

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Local 1930

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule

35 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library Salary Statement

At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

About The New York Public Library

The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org. 

To Apply:

https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/7ffb49b8-a4d5-4b0b-b9c3-f7240912fbfa

P/T - Asst Librarian, NY School of Int Design (NY)

Assistant Librarian (Part Time Position)

Position Overview:

The New York School of Interior Design, an accredited, independent institution of higher education devoted entirely to the discipline of interior design and its related professions, seeks an individual to serve as an Assistant Librarian. Reporting to the Director of the Library, the Assistant Librarian supports the day-to-day operations of the Library’s public services and the two materials libraries. The Assistant Librarian is an integral part of the Library’s public services team for providing instructional, reference, and circulating services to library users. During the closing shifts and in the absence of the other Librarians, the Assistant Librarian manages the Library’s circulation and reference desk and supervises student workers. The Assistant Librarian performs a variety of system maintenance tasks, such as updating the Library’s website and online subject guides and maintaining other electronic tools and platforms pertaining to public services. The Assistant Librarian may need to perform tasks and projects related to the NYSID Archives & Special Collections.

Job Responsibilities:

·         Assist in the operations of circulation and reference services and delivering library instruction sessions to NYSID students, faculty and staff; answer reference queries and help patrons locate items and resources in the library and archives, and through online databases.

·         Manage the day-to-day public services operations and supervise student workers during closing shifts and in the absence of the other Librarians.

·         Assist in managing the two materials libraries on the main campus and at the Graduate Center.

·         Assist in coordinating the schedule and content of the Library’s instruction program; conduct any library instruction sessions assigned within their schedule.

·         Working with other librarians, update the Library’s website and online subject guidelines on a regular basis to ensure the accuracy and currency of the information and content represented on those online platforms.

·         Resolve technical issues related to the Library’s online resources.

·         Working with other librarians, actively explore and implement new library/information technologies pertaining to the Library’s public and instructional services.

·         Perform tasks and projects related to the NYSID Archives & Special Collections on an as-needed basis.

·         Other duties, projects and activities as may become necessary.

Qualifications:

MLS from an ALA-accredited institution (candidates pursuing an MLS degree at an ALA-accredited institution will also be considered). Bachelors in art history, fine arts, design, or architecture preferred. Some circulation and reference experience in an academic and research library environment highly desirable. Experience using an integrated library system, particularly its circulation module, desirable. Former teaching or library instruction experience highly desirable. Proficiency in WordPress, LibGuides, Omeka, and other library and information technologies pertaining to library public and instructional services. Strong technical skills of evaluating and employing a variety of new Web tools, systems platforms, and social media channels to facilitate and promote library services and operations. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent oral and written communication skills for lectures, presentations, and working with library/archives users and staff. Professional committee memberships/activities in related organizations, such as ARLIS/NA, VRA, AASL, ALA, or ACRL, desirable. Ability to work independently, be flexible, have high attention to detail, a proactive problem solver. Friendly, with strong service orientation and good people skills. A commitment to user-oriented library services. General knowledge of art, architecture, and design research resources preferred. Ability to perform physical activities associated with library collections.

Salary: $25.00 per hour

This is a part-time position. 16 - 18 hours per week work schedule. Required to cover evening and/or weekend hours during the academic year.

In adherence with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, NYSID is strongly committed to a workplace that values individual talent, professional excellence, and opportunity for all. We recognize that a variety of skills and experiences contribute to the success of the college and welcome all applicants who are eager to be part of the NYSID community.

Candidates for this position should submit a resume, along with a cover letter to:

resumes@nysid.edu

Human Resources Office

New York School of Interior Design

F/T - Clinical Info Scientist, Research Fdn of SUNY (NY)

Clinical Information Scientist, The Research Foundation for the State University of New York at Stony Brook

Required Qualifications: (as evidenced by an attached resume):

Relevant Master's or advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher). One year of experience working in a health sciences or academic library environment or providing information services to clinicians. 

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with reference/research support or collection development within a health sciences setting. Experience providing instruction at the undergraduate, graduate, or clinical level. Familiarity with current trends in the field of health sciences librarianship. Demonstrated interest in continuing education, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Record of professional activities, including research, presentations, or engagement in professional organizations. 

Brief Description of Duties:
Reporting to the Director of the Health Sciences Library, the Clinical Information Scientist provides research assistance as well as instruction to the faculty, residents, fellows, and clinicians within Stony Brook Medicine's Department of Graduate Medical Education (GME). The Clinical Information Scientist will also engage in outreach and provide research services to clinicians across Stony Brook Medicine's hospitals, centers, and outpatient care facilities. The Clinical Information Scientist will be expected to participate in research, scholarship, and professional activities. 

 

• Establish relationships with the various Graduate Medical Education (GME) Program Directors to ensure they are aware of the research services available through the Health Sciences Library. 

• Develop and deliver instructional sessions on research-related topics, such as literature searching and evidence-based medicine to residents, fellows, and clinicians. 

• Provide in-depth research consultations to residents, fellows, and clinicians as needed for course-related and independent research activities. 

• Develop search strategies for systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and meta-analyses. 

• Engage in outreach to Stony Brook Medicine's outpatient and inpatient care facilities, in order to provide research and evidence-based medicine support to clinicians. 

   

  Handle research and data inquiries from Stony Brook Medicine's research facilities, affiliates, and partners.

• Create and maintain research guides and asynchronous learning modules.

• Support new initiatives and special projects across the organization.

• Work collaboratively across the Health Sciences Library to provide general reference/research support. 

• Participate in library, campus, and professional committees.

• Engage in professional development, particularly in the areas of emerging technologies. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

About the libraries:
The University Libraries are an essential partner in Stony Brook University's mission of global leadership in research, discovery, and learning, positioning ourselves as the hub of collaboration, digital innovation, open scholarship, and creativity. We provide the best possible access to a wide-range of resources in multiple formats  and world-renowned special collections and actively contributed to student success and faculty productivity through teaching and research services in alignment with the University's strategic priorities. Our strategic vision is to embrace innovation and AI as key components in achieving our goals. As the largest academic research library on Long Island, the Libraries serve as a vital resource for regional and global communities. The Libraries' strategic plan can be found here: https://guides.library.stonybrook.edu/c.php?g=1314005&p=10274908

The University Libraries play a key role in advancing the University's commitment to furthering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in our spaces, collections, services, and outreach. We have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility values in our hiring, training, and daily work practices, where differences are acknowledged, respected, and celebrated. We welcome candidates who genuinely embrace the empathy, courage, self-reflection, and intentionality of a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. 

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.

In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.

Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.

SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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Job Number: 2600610

Official Job Title: Senior Education Specialist
Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)

Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area: HSC Library

Schedule: Full-time 

Shift:Day Shift    Shift Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM  
Posting Start Date : Mar 17, 2026
Posting End Date: Apr 16, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Salary:$80,000 - $85,000

Appointment Type: Regular

Salary Grade:E79

SBU Area:The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook

To Apply:

https://tinyurl.com/5anw23p8

F/T - Web & UX Lib, CUNY-John Jay Coll (NY)

Web and User Experience Librarian – Instructor or Assistant Professor

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education.

The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

About the Lloyd Sealy Library

The Lloyd Sealy Library is a preeminent, dedicated criminal justice library with comprehensive collections of historical and contemporary materials. We support a liberal arts curriculum for our undergraduate students, in partnership with other CUNY libraries. Our collections are an indispensable resource for faculty and students at John Jay and across CUNY, as well as scholars, practitioners and members of the criminal justice and legal communities around the world. The Library holds unique special collections directly related to the mission of the College. Through its collections, technology, physical and virtual spaces, and our expert faculty and staff, the Library provides students and faculty an inclusive and welcoming environment to support and enhance the learning, teaching, and research needs of the college. We are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Lloyd Sealy Library at John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York (CUNY) seeks a Web and User Experience Librarian to lead and direct our digital presence, commencing in late August 2026. This is a faculty position. The candidate would be appointed at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will manage the Library’s website and digital communications. They will work collaboratively with colleagues from all areas of the Library and other stakeholders to identify Library and user needs, and ensure communications are accurate, effective, consistent and accessible. They will participate fully in the Library’s reference and instruction program.

All our Library faculty teach and provide reference services and have responsibility for specific Library functions.

Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to teaching and to develop and maintain an active research and publication agenda. The successful candidate must be eager and qualified to work with our diverse student body. As demonstrated in John Jay College’s Seven Principles for a Culturally Responsive, Inclusive, and Anti-Racist Curriculum ( https://new.jjay.cuny.edu/sites/default/files/2023-08/7_Princip_Cultur_Resp_Incl_AntiRacist_Curric_Adopt_4.8.21-brief.pdf ), the College seeks a faculty member who thrives in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and is committed to both access and excellence in higher education.

The successful candidate will be flexible, able to work collaboratively and independently and balance multiple tasks and responsibilities as assigned, including departmental and institutional committee assignments, and be able to adapt to shifting needs and priorities. They will have significant knowledge of current library trends and technologies, standards and best practices, and the intention to stay up to date through professional development, engagement with the profession, and/or through their own academic research.

Our librarians have faculty status and are required to develop and maintain an active research and publication agenda. Earning tenure requires evidence of effective research and scholarly publishing, service and teaching. Library faculty are covered by the PSC CUNY labor contract.

This position reports to the Chief Librarian. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Library’s website

• Be responsible for the content, functionality, accessibility and usability of the Library website, currently on the Springshare platform.

• Work closely with the IT Academic Applications Director and serve as primary liaison to the platform vendor for technical issues.

• Create workflows incorporating ongoing collaboration with Library faculty to ensure veracity and accuracy of website content.

• Manage the Library’s social media, blogs and marketing and promotion of Library events and resources.

• Advise library colleagues on best practices for creating web content.

• Make evidence-based changes based on usability testing and current web usability research.

• Collaborate with college educational technologists to ensure effective library presence on the college learning management system (Brightspace).

2. Reference services and teaching

• Provide reference services in-person and virtually, and teach information literacy one-shot classes and workshops, in person and virtual, for undergraduate and graduate students.

• Collaborate with the information literacy librarian to create digital tools to support learning.

3. Additional assignments

• Provide excellent customer service in support of our community.

• Participate in a work culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Actively participate in relevant committees and working groups to establish shared goals, practices and policies in collaboration with colleagues within the Library, the college and across the university.

• Actively pursue their own research agenda and publish to earn tenure.

• Be prepared to work occasional weekend and/or evening hours if required.

• Take on additional projects and tasks as the Library’s needs evolve.

QUALIFICATIONS

For appointment at the rank of instructor, a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. An instructor is required to complete a second graduate degree within 5 years to advance to assistant professor rank. For a degree at CUNY, tuition benefits are available (6

credits per fall/spring semester). Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, a second graduate degree is required in addition to a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. The successful candidate must have potential for scholarly productivity and have the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in creating and maintaining websites following current best practices using Springshare suite of tools or similar platform.

• Skills in applying best practices and current standards to website and other digital content, including accessibility.

• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, able to write clearly and concisely with experience in creating online content.

• Experience with a college learning management system (e.g. Brightspace).

• Ability to teach, in person and online.

• Aptitude for and interest in information technologies.

• Aptitude for and interest in working in a collaborative environment.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and responsibilities as they arise, and exercise flexibility.

• Adaptability and curiosity, with a growth mindset.

COMPENSATION

Salary range for Instructor: $52,612 - $76,616; Salary range for Assistant Professor: $57,252 - $94,909

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online through the CUNY portal.

1. Navigate to www.cuny.edu

2. Select “Employment”

3. Select “Search Job Postings”

4. Create an Account

5. After creating an account, return to the Job Search page and select “Apply Now”

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Upload all documents as one single file-- pdf format preferred.

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter, which includes how you would contribute to the College’s diversity goals, your research interests if seeking appointment to assistant professor on tenure track, or your plans for working towards a second master’s degree if seeking appointment at the instructor level.

2. Curriculum vitae/resume

3. Writing sample

4. Names and contact information of 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE

The posting closes on April 16, 2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 31887

Location: John Jay College

Job Type: Full-Time

Source: https://cuny.jobs/new-york-ny/web-and-user-experience-librarian-instructor-or-assistant-professor/903D7A33C3D144F7B1D442C24349FF1B/job/