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By gsliscomm, April 9, 2013 3:47 pm

Job Title: Research & Instruction Librarian
Department: Library & Knowledge Services (LKS)
Reports to: Manager, Research, Instruction & Knowledge Services

Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing in-depth library research and instructional support for the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) and managing the library’s IT infrastructure and support in conjunction with HKS Information Technology Services.

Position responsibilities:

• Consults with and instructs library users in devising research strategies and identifying appropriate research materials
• Supports virtual reference services, use and troubleshooting of discovery tools and mobile services
• Participates in classroom programs; in consultation with faculty, develops library-related curricula, delivers programs, and designs course-related materials
• Creates web-based tutorials on library research and citation tools
• Provides content for sections of the library’s web site and promotes the library through social media
• Assesses user needs, maintains awareness of emerging technologies, investigates and recommends application to the library environment.
• Constructs queries and authors reports from library databases
• Manages library’s IT infrastructure and support, in conjunction with HKS Information Technology Services
• Represents LKS on teams for school-wide initiatives
• Contributes to the creation and improvement of library services and programs, including the adoption of emerging technologies

Basic Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent
• In-depth knowledge of information resources in subject areas which coincide with HKS curriculum
• Experience using Web 2.0 and other digital technologies
• Experience with integrated library systems such as Aleph

Additional Requirements:

• Experience providing effective in-depth research services in the social sciences, including numeric data
• Proven ability to lead course-related instructional sessions
• Experience with content management systems, learning management systems and online productivity tools
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS and web usability
• Proficiency building queries and reports in relational databases
• Strong customer service orientation
• Experience working with a diverse patron group
• Capacity for continuous learning and application of new technologies
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, seek creative approaches, and propose innovative ideas to improve service
• Ability to adjust effectively to frequently changing work assignments and organizational change efforts
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

To apply online, candidates can go to http://www.employment.harvard.edu/ and type in job ID 29229.

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By gsliscomm, April 8, 2013 1:51 pm

Reporting to the Manager of Research Services within the Investment Information Services (IIS) organization, the Information Consultant (IC) is responsible for providing comprehensive research support to the Domestic and International investment teams within Fidelity Management and Research Company (FMRCo). In this role, the IC collaborates with the Lead Information Manager in assigned coverage to form an Information Triage team.

As an integral member of the research support team, the IC must be a creative thinker and demonstrate the ability to handle many projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. The research results delivered to investment professionals may impact the performance of funds therefore; it is imperative that all research is accurate and delivered in a timely manner. Research projects can be loosely defined and require the IC to filter, synthesize, and conceptualize research projects to deliver creative solutions.

Primary responsibilities include:
-Provides comprehensive, timely, and accurate research solutions in response to broad based research projects and presents results in a clear and actionable format for investment professionals
-Partners with the Lead Information Manager to identify concepts for new and enhanced information solutions/products and transforms these concepts into customized information products.
-Researches, analyzes, and synthesizes information from diverse and sometimes conflicting sources into actionable information for clients and ensures that clients have the tools to immediately apply the results to investment decisions
-Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and trends in research products and evaluates data sources for integrity and value to FMRCo
-Actively participates in product evaluations of sector/industry research sources/application tools to present optimal recommendations
-Develops and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of assigned sector(s) to support the research process
-Builds relationships with external vendors/experts
-Partners with other business groups within and outside IIS to support the business requirements of FMRCo

Education and Experience:
MLS/MLIS strongly preferred
5 years advanced business research experience (investment/financial services is highly desired)

Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated with proven ability to effectively work with a diverse personalities in a dynamic and demanding environment
Superior oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of staff and management
Superior skill and ability in multi-tasking and appropriate prioritization
Ability to adjust rapidly to changing work environment
Ability to work collaboratively with other internal business groups
Highly proficient with MS Excel
Highly proficient in using a broad spectrum of specialized electronic and data sources including Lexis/Nexis, Factiva, , Datastream, Factset Data Systems, Haver Analytics, Bloomberg and others

Please send a resume and cover letter to Carey.Edmunds@fmr.com or apply online at Fidelitycareers.com, posting number 1302221.

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By gsliscomm, March 13, 2013 5:32 pm

Investigative reporter seeking researcher to do paid research at the Kennedy Library. In brief I’m looking for documents relating to a 1960s Department of Defense investigation of a racial killing in Mississippi. The search is within the personal papers of one, former DOD official, narrowed to about a 12 month period.

The research should be straightforward archival research; the main requirement is previous experience doing archival research and, of course, keeping the info confidential. I’ll pay $100 + any copying costs if scanning on site isn’t possible (I can loan a scanner).

Email or phone me to discuss.

Ben Greenberg
minorjive@gmail.com
617-440-4635 (phone)
815-550-8891 (fax)

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By gsliscomm, March 6, 2013 3:46 pm

The Higher Education division of Service Employees International Union, Local 615 is looking for a graduate librarian who might like to earn some money assisting us in reorganizing our on-line database of articles, reports and legal opinions to make it easier to search for relevant topics by keyword, subject or title.

This work can be done from home and after hours, but would require some in-person meetings with the Director and familiarity with our software. This is a non-staff, project based consulting position with a billable hourly rate $20.00. The applicant will work under the direction of the Director of Higher Education and will be responsible for a work plan and regular progress reports. The successful applicant will also be expected to sign a confidentiality agreement.

Individuals need experience with cataloguing, digital searches and on-line database software. Please email Wayne M. Langley, Director at wlangley@seiu615.org with a resume or an outline of your relevant experience.

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By gsliscomm, March 5, 2013 4:33 pm

The Currier Museum of Art seeks art history scholars to research and write essays on major objects in the collection for publication on the museum’s website.

Qualified candidates will have an advanced degree in art history with a specialization in European, American, or contemporary art. Candidates must demonstrate strong writing skills for a web based, general audience and have superior attention to accuracy and detail. The museum will provide information on the preselected objects, but writers will work independently outside of the museum to conduct additional original research.

Please send letter of interest, resume, and 500-700 word writing sample to resumes@currier.org or mail to Human Resources, Currier Museum of Art, 150 Ash Street, Manchester, NH 03104.

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By gsliscomm, February 20, 2013 1:28 pm

The New York Public Library is pleased to offer Short-Term Research Fellowships to support visiting scholars from outside the New York metropolitan area engaged in graduate-level, post-doctoral, and independent research. Fellowship stipends are $1,000 per week for up to four weeks and fellows must be in residence at the Library for a minimum of two weeks between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Individuals needing to conduct on-site research in the Library’s special collections to support projects in the humanities including but not limited to art history, cultural studies, history, literature, performing arts and photography are welcome to apply. Applicants must be United States citizens or permanent residents with the legal right to work in the U.S.

In 2013-2014, the Library will offer additional fellowships to support the study of food and society focusing on manuscript cookbooks and related archival collections held by the Library. With support from the Pine Tree Foundation, the Food Studies Fellowships are intended to support multidisciplinary research and expose individuals working in the area of food studies to manuscript recipe books and archival collections held at the Library. Applicants for this fellowship should follow the same guidelines as the Short-Term Research Fellowship program.

Short-Term Research Fellowship important dates

Application Deadline: April 8, 2013.
Notification: May 3, 2013.
Award Period: July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014.

Questions about the Short-Term Research Fellowships should be directed to the curatorial staff in the area of the applicant’s interest. Please visit http://nypl.org/research-collections for detailed information about the research resources of The New York Public Library.

Download the Application Guidelines to ensure Short-Term Research Fellowship applications are complete before submission.

Application: Complete applications consist of an abbreviated CV with current contact information, a research-project proposal, and preferred dates of residency sent as a single PDF or Word attachment no more than five pages in length. The application and a single letter of recommendation in support of the research project must be sent to short.term@nypl.org before the April 8, 2013 deadline.

Research project proposals: The research-project proposal is to include a general description or abstract of the research project, its title and format, i.e. dissertation/book/article. Applicants should then identify specific material(s) to be consulted during the desired dates of the fellowship period. Successful applications will also include an in-depth explanation of how collections existing only at the New York Public Library are essential to the progress and completion of the research project.

Fellowship Announcement: The awarding of the fellowships will be announced by May 3, 2013. Fellowship recipients and their research projects will be acknowledged on The New York Public Library website and in Library publicity.

Residency: Fellows must take up residency between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Fellows are expected to be in continuous residence for the duration of the fellowship award period as specified in the proposal. The maximum proposal length is four weeks.

Fellow’s Report: Each fellow is required to write a brief statement about his or her project and work completed at the Library by the end of the award period.

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By gsliscomm, February 20, 2013 12:56 pm

QUAL: An ALA (American Library Association) accredited MLS (Masters Library Science) or equivalent. Second Master’s degree preferred.

Two to three years of increasingly responsible experience in public service, research instruction, and outreach. Experience promoting Library services. Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to work with diverse constituencies. Demonstrated pedagogical skills. Web editing and writing skills.

DUTIES: Reporting directly to the Head of Reader Services, the Research, Instruction and Outreach Librarian will play a critical teaching role in an expanded “course integrated” library instructional program on campus by assisting in the design, promotion, assessment, evaluation, marketing and implementation of the Library instructional program. Working with other members of the Research and Instructional Team, the Research, Instruction and Outreach Librarian participates in all aspects of a user centered Research setting that includes rotating reference desk coverage; individualized and group research consultations; chat, text, phone, and virtual reference services; development of informational and instructional online (LibGuides) and traditional tools; and liaison activities to selected departments which may include affiliation with a Montserrat cluster. Additionally, this person will also play a prominent role in developing a marketing strategy to promote the library in a variety of outreach activities including: presentations, speakers, public events, brochures, displays, library websites and communications within and outside the library.

SALARY: NA

TO APPLY: Online at http://offices.holycross.edu/humanresources; call 508-793-2756 or 508-793-3756

DEADLINE: NA

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By gsliscomm, February 19, 2013 5:21 pm

The JIU, the only independent external oversight body of the United Nations system mandated to conduct evaluations, inspections and investigations system-wide, is currently seeking an intern with a background in Archives and Records Management who can intern for a minimum of four months and a maximum of six months (preferable) starting in mid-March or the beginning of April 2013.

Description of general internship duties:

All JIU interns are assigned to one or two review teams on-going projects on the JIU’s annual work programme. As part of the team, the Intern will work under the direct supervision of the Evaluation and Inspection Officers in charge of the research and under the guidance of the Inspector(s) heading the review.

All interns undertake tasks in the realm of desk research (desk reviews, review of basic documentation, data collection and analysis) and drafting. This entail an analysis of key issues for each review, including comparative analysis of the work of the 25 participating organizations in the topic area, preparation of interview guides and questionnaires, analysis of survey results, participation in interviews with Geneva-based organizations and video-conferences and drafting of minutes, preparation of analytical charts, graphs, etc.

For interns joining the Unit in the latter half of the year, some may be part of the preparatory team for the Winter Session of the JIU Inspectors when the Annual Programme of Work for the forthcoming year is determined. Related tasks include: research on and validation of proposed topics, liaising with Participating Organizations and other coordinating and oversight bodies of the System and assisting the coordinator of the Programme of Work. Some interns may also be involved in reviewing the follow-up information provided by participating organizations regarding the status of implementation of the recommendations of JIU reports. This involves analysing responses and trends including statistical analysis as well as reviewing any supporting secondary information.

Each Annual Report of the JIU list all reviews undertaken by the Unit over the course of a particular year. Links to reviews undertaken in the past three years are provided below:

http://www.unjiu.org/data/ar/A_65_34_JIU%20Annual%20Report_EN.pdf

http://www.unjiu.org/data/en/annual_reports/arwparA6434en.pdf
http://www.unjiu.org/data/en/annual_reports/enAR2008_WP2009.pdf

General requirements + conditions of the JIU internship program:
- Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate degree program for the duration of their internship;
- For this specific internship, the candidate must be familiar with the latest trends, norms and professional standards in the realm of Archives and Records Management.
- Substantial qualitative and quantitative research skills, preferably at the graduate level;
- Familiarity with web-based research and fluency with MS office products (Word, Excel);
- Fluency in English, including good drafting skills; knowledge of another official UN language, particularly French, is an asset;
- As per UN Secretariat policy, all internships are unpaid and no benefits are provided whatsoever;
- Interns must be willing to commit full-time for the entire duration of their internship. Regular work hours are 9am-6pm Monday-Friday;
- All materials to which interns have access to during the course of their internship is treated as confidential and cannot be shared outside the JIU; subsequently, interns cannot base their Masters/Doctoral thesis on topics that they had worked on as part of their JIU Internship; nor can they use information received for personal publications, blogs etc.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should email the following documents and information to the JIU’s internship coordinator:
1) A completed copy of the JIU internship application which can be downloaded from the following webpage:
https://www.unjiu.org/en/get-involved/Pages/Internships.aspx
2) A brief cover-letter stating how the candidate’s academic/professional background would form a good fit for the JIU internship.
3) A research paper drafted in English (not a collective group paper nor one edited by someone else).
4) The exact period for the candidate is available to intern i.e. starting date and end date (keeping in mind the four month minimum commitmenty requirement);
5) Current contact information (phone, email) including skype id name in case the candidate is selected for an interview.

The abovementioned documents should be emailed to: nchowdhury@unog.ch and vhermie@unog.ch

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By gsliscomm, February 12, 2013 4:17 pm

The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) www.tuftsctsi.org was established to transform the scientific research process through education, collaboration and the providing of infrastructure services. Under the supervision of the Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Graduate Program Associate Director this position will provide the primary administrative and instructional development support for the CTS Graduate Program and continuing education programming offered by the CTSI to professionals interested in translational science.

The Graduate Program generally enrolls students who are fully trained physicians, individuals with clinical doctoral degrees (e.g. DDS, PharmD, DVM, etc.), or individuals with PhDs in other health services related fields who will be leaders in evidence based medicine and health services and outcomes research.

Responsibilities:

The manager is responsible for the implementation and assessment of engaging courses for the classroom and via teleconferencing. He/she will work collaboratively with the Director of the Sackler CTSI Graduate Program, Associate Directors, faculty, the Education Coordinator, other content specialists, and with the staff of the CTSI Central Office, to establish learning needs and outcomes for the CTS Graduate Program and other educational activities.

Oversee the student admissions process for the Graduate Program including the review of applications for completion and thoroughness. Coordinate admissions tasks with the University Registrar. Assist with student recruitment.

Act as authority on Sackler School of Biomedical Sciences’ regulations and liaison to Sackler’s Associate Dean.

Manage and oversee each student’s participation and compliance within the Program ensuring that all requirements are met on an ongoing basis. Will institute procedures that track students/trainees to ensure their selection of mentors, thesis advisor, and completion of projects, publications, grant writing, and job search. Refer the students to faculty as needed for programmatic assistance.

Ensures faculty mentors are aware of their mentoring responsibilities, role and the CTS program expectations regarding their mentee. Receives appropriate feedback on mentees from Advisory Committee and program leadership.

Work with CTSI Graduate Program Director, Associate Director, program leadership, Curriculum Committee and CTSI Evaluation Manager to evaluate existing courses to ensure pedagogical goals are met. This includes evaluating classes, teaching methods, editing and reviewing learning objectives (based on core competencies), course materials, and supplementary learning activities.

Requirements:

Masters in Education or equivalent required.

A minimum of seven (7) years program administration experience in a healthcare related training program, preferably a university or academic medical center. Experience providing pedagogical and technical guidance to faculty in higher education preferred.

Must have extensive knowledge and understanding of educational methodologies, principles of adult learning, and needs analysis

Strong interpersonal and management skills to interact with university and hospital leadership, physicians, fellows, support staff and students. Highly professional manner with an ability to maintain sensitivity, confidentiality, and tactfulness.

Applicants can apply at the website below:

http://jobs.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/boston/research/jobid2892504-manager-clinical-research-training-program-jobs

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By gsliscomm, February 4, 2013 2:29 pm

Summary:
Primarily using CourtLink and other online databases and information sources, this position will support the marketing team’s case and business development-related research requests. Typical assignments will include: fulfilling expert research requests, retrieving and summarizing information gathered on court cases for consultants’ leads, retrieving articles, and searching and preparing summaries of news on legal issues in support of consultant requests.

This job is ideal for a candidate who has the intellectual curiosity to be creative; the tenacity to track down needed information; the capacity to filter large amounts of data; and the ability to problem-solve with a very high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
* Provide high quality, thoughtful marketing-related research using internal and external research tools including CourtLink, Law360, Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis, and Factiva
* Assist the research team in lead tracking by updating case dockets, identifying case details (counsel involved, dockets, complaints, etc.), and both creating and updating leads in our CRM system (InterAction)
* Research legal and practice-specific news
* Using our online databases and news sources, produce news summaries, company/individual dossiers, and industry/practice-specific profiles in support of business development initiatives
* Assist with various marketing-related efforts, as needed

Relationships:
* Support the Business Development Manager and Senior Business Development Specialist in fulfilling research requests from consulting staff and the marketing team
* Work closely with all members of the marketing team to provide support on business development outreach and lead generation activities

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree and one to two years of professional experience; Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) preferred
* Ideal candidate will have business research experience in the legal or professional services industry
* Proficient in searching online research databases; prior experience with LexisNexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law or other online legal databases preferred
* Interest in legal issues and on cases currently being litigated
* Must have solid research skills as well as good analytical and critical reasoning skills
* Must be able to organize, plan and work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects, meet deadlines, and be flexible in order to respond to shifting demands
* Accuracy, attention to detail, and problem solving ability are critical
* Must exhibit a desire to learn, participate and take ownership of workload

Physical Demands:

* Engage in office work using a computer and telephone

Factors for Assessing Performance (Functional Competencies):

* Functional/Technical Capabilities – Demonstrates technical competence and effectively delivers support in area of expertise
* Customer Service – Responsive to internal and external requests; provides high quality service and support
* Communication – Communicates clearly and listens to requests effectively
* Teamwork/Working Characteristics – Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others and independently. Demonstrates initiative and ownership
* Project Management – Effectively manages projects, meeting necessary deadlines
* Problem Resolution – Resolves problems quickly and effectively

Nothing in this Job Description restricts Analysis Group, Inc.’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. This position is at will, which means that it can be terminated by the employee holding the position or by Analysis Group, Inc. at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Application Process:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Victoria Hopcroft at vhopcroft@analysisgroup.com