Technical Librarian: Koha Migrations & AI Discovery

Code4lib; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 87,400 - 168,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading national research institution is seeking a Technical Librarian to manage and optimize library systems while improving item discovery and developing collections. The role involves collaborating with IT on a system migration, cataloging documents, and providing consultations to researchers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in library science or a related field, with at least five years of professional experience. This position requires the ability to obtain a Department of Energy Q clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a professional librarian.
• Demonstrated experience with integrated library systems.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Energy Q clearance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with IT on a system migration from Horizon to Koha.
• Develop library collections in quantum computing and material science.
• Catalog newly digitized documents.
• Explore emerging technologies to expand library resource and discovery services.

Skills

Collaboration

Service orientation

Data management

Communication

Knowledge of integrated library systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in library and information science or relevant discipline

ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

Horizon ILS

Koha ILS

Python

SQL

Job description

A leading national research institution is seeking a Technical Librarian to manage and optimize library systems while improving item discovery and developing collections. The role involves collaborating with IT on a system migration, cataloging documents, and providing consultations to researchers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in library science or a related field, with at least five years of professional experience. This position requires the ability to obtain a Department of Energy Q clearance.