Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian

Tufts University-posted 2 months ago
$65,900 - $98,800/Yr
Boston, MA
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The Collections Management Department oversees the selection, purchase, cataloging, access, and management of print and electronic resources of the Hirsh Health Sciences Library. This also includes maintenance of the existing print book and journal collections. The Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian is responsible for all aspects of the electronic resources lifecycle including purchase assessment, licensing, access, and maintenance for serials, databases, electronic point of care tools, ebook packages, serial packages, and other electronic resources. Reporting to the Head of Collections Management, the librarian will maintain timely, accurate metadata about the library's print serial and electronic resources in a variety of systems to ensure seamless access for users from on and off campus.

  • Maintains timely, accurate metadata about the library's print serial and electronic resources in a variety of systems such as the Integrated Library System, link resolver, A-Z lists, and discovery tool.
  • Coordinates and performs timely access-related problem resolution, interacting regularly with a wide range of staff, faculty, students, vendors, publishers, and consortia.
  • Works closely with the Head of Collections Management to provide input on license agreements, pricing, and assessment of new serials, ebook packages, databases, and other electronic resources.
  • Collaborates with various teams across Tufts' campuses in the implementation of best practices and the development of policies, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Compiles and generates collections statistics and reports, including usage and cost analyses.
  • Identifies and brings forward new technology solutions in support of efficient processing and tracking activities.
  • Develops expertise with emerging technologies.
  • Serves on a variety of library committees.
  • Works closely with the Collections Management Assistant and helps with training.
  • Establishes and manages professional relationships with colleagues, publishers, vendors, and consortia.
  • Improves user access and discovery to e-resources by anticipating and resolving issues with access and authentication products.
  • Works closely with the Head of Collections Management and Hirsh Library bibliographers in the review and selection of new serials and electronic resources.
  • Tracks serials transfers and cancellations to ensure access is maintained and perpetual access rights are documented.
  • Serves as a member of various library committees and teams.
  • Collects and analyzes usage statistics and collaborates with stakeholders to develop meaningful insights for local decision-making.
  • Masters of Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
  • 2+ years of experience in an academic or medical library.
  • Previous experience troubleshooting problems with electronic resource access.
  • Knowledge of electronic resource management best practices.
  • Experience working with vendors and reviewing publisher's license agreements.
  • Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of trends and issues in academic libraries, publishing, preservation, and scholarly communications.
  • Experience negotiating vendor and publisher licenses.
  • Experience with cataloging tools including OCLC Connexion, MARC, RDA, etc.
  • Experience with Ex Libris Alma, Primo, Leganto, OpenAthens, SAML, Shibboleth, Microsoft TEAMS, and BOX.
  • 3-5 years experience in an academic or medical library.
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