Islamic Languages Project Cataloger - Special Collections

State; Medford (MA); Hybrid; USD 93,677,000 - 107,453,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University's Tisch Library in Medford seeks an Islamic Languages Project Cataloger to catalog a new donation of Arabic and related Islamic-language materials, ensuring discovery through the library catalog and discovery systems.

The role performs original and complex copy cataloging in OCLC and Alma, conducts authority work, and collaborates with Metadata Services staff, subject librarians, and collection specialists to establish priorities, workflows, and timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least two years of cataloging experience.
• Reading knowledge of Arabic and ability to catalog materials in Arabic script.
• Knowledge of MARC 21, RDA, Library of Congress classification, and Library of Congress Subject Headings.
• Experience using OCLC and integrated library systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cataloging a newly acquired donation of Arabic and other Islamic-language materials.
• Creating original and complex copy cataloging records in OCLC and Alma.
• Conducting authority work and quality control to improve discovery and access.
• Identifying rare, unique, or special collections materials suitable for digitization.
• Tracking project progress and contributing to project documentation.
• Collaborating with library staff to ensure timely availability of materials for research and instruction.

Skills

Arabic language

Library cataloging

Copy cataloging

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MLIS degree

Tools

OCLC

Alma

MARC 21

RDA

Library of Congress classification

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Job description

Tufts University's Tisch Library in Medford seeks an Islamic Languages Project Cataloger to catalog a new donation of Arabic and related Islamic-language materials, ensuring discovery through the library catalog and discovery systems.

The role performs original and complex copy cataloging in OCLC and Alma, conducts authority work, and collaborates with Metadata Services staff, subject librarians, and collection specialists to establish priorities, workflows, and timely project delivery.