Data & Subscriptions Acquisition Librarian

Ampcus, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus, Inc in Washington, DC is looking for a motivated Acquisitions Librarian to join its Research Library's Data & Subscriptions Team. This role is pivotal in supporting the acquisition of data and subscription services that are vital for economic research.

The successful candidate will liaise with economists and vendors, manage procurement processes, evaluate research needs, and ensure compliance with licensing terms. A Master’s degree in library science and 2-3 years of related experience are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of professional experience as an acquisitions, serials, e-resources, or reference librarian.
• Knowledge of acquiring library electronic resources such as data services and online journals.
• Ability to manage time effectively while working on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate research needs to connect economists to licensed data.
• Conduct market research for data service sources.
• Coordinate acquisition processes with fellow professionals.
• Answer questions from data managers about licensed subscriptions.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Master's degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited institution

Job description

Ampcus, Inc in Washington, DC is looking for a motivated Acquisitions Librarian to join its Research Library's Data & Subscriptions Team. This role is pivotal in supporting the acquisition of data and subscription services that are vital for economic research.

The successful candidate will liaise with economists and vendors, manage procurement processes, evaluate research needs, and ensure compliance with licensing terms. A Master’s degree in library science and 2-3 years of related experience are essential for this position.