Hybrid: National Security Research Informationist

University of Alabama Libraries; Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

RAND Corporation in Washington, D.C. invites a Research Informationist to provide advanced research and reference services across national security and defense domains.

You will conduct literature searches, develop information plans, and support researchers with proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams. TS/SCI clearance is preferred, with hybrid onsite work in the DC area.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years providing reference and consulting services in an academic, special, or government library setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of defense, government, and policy information sources and research databases.
• Experience working with faculty or professional research staff in either an academic or government/corporate environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to present information to groups.

Responsabilidades

• Provide advanced, complex consulting and research services to RAND research and administrative staff; partner on short- and long-term projects.
• Perform literature searches and compile bibliographies; prepare literature reviews.
• Assist researchers with proposal development across national security, defense policy, and government research domains.
• Develop customized information and current awareness plans for national security research divisions.
• Identify and search defense, government, and policy information sources including DTIC and government reports.
• Monitor publications and trends to inform client services.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-assisted tools, to enhance workflows.
• Cultivate client relationships and collaborate with colleagues to meet demonstrated needs.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for outreach and service enhancements.
• Contribute to collections of electronic resources; evaluate resources and analyze metrics.
• Provide support, consultations, and training on databases, resources, and research tools.

Conocimientos

Advanced research consulting

Literature searching

Open-source literature

EndNote / citation tools

Client service

Educación

MS/MA in Library/Information Science

TS/SCI clearance

Herramientas

Alma/Primo

Descripción del empleo

RAND Corporation in Washington, D.C. invites a Research Informationist to provide advanced research and reference services across national security and defense domains.

You will conduct literature searches, develop information plans, and support researchers with proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams. TS/SCI clearance is preferred, with hybrid onsite work in the DC area.