Electronic Resources Librarian

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cornell University Library seeks a collaborative, service-oriented Electronic Resources Librarian to join the Acquisitions & E-Resources Licensing Services team. The position supports access to scholarly resources across the Cornell community and is designed for an early-career librarian developing expertise in electronic resources licensing, acquisitions, and access within a complex academic research library. The librarian works with colleagues throughout the library to participate in licensing and acquisitions activities, maintain vendor relationships, troubleshoot access issues, and develop workflows and practices for stewardship of Cornell’s collections. The role also contributes to library-wide initiatives and professional communities, and develops expertise in emerging trends and standards. As a member of Cornell University Library’s Research, Teaching and Extension faculty, the successful candidate is supported in scholarship, service, and professional engagement. The position is based on the Ithaca campus and is anticipated to be filled at the academic rank of Assistant Librarian. The anticipated salary range is $67,500–$77,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Relocation assistance may be provided. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution, or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline.
Ability to troubleshoot, research, collaborate, and develop solutions to complex problems in uncertain projects.
Aptitude and interest in learning new technologies and standards.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong service orientation and interest in library users’ values and needs.
Excellent communication and analytic skills, including ability to work effectively in a team-based environment with a diverse group.
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to fostering learning, research, service, and/or outreach in a diverse community.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with education-focused AI tools.
Familiarity with library electronic resources management tools and systems, such as link resolvers, discovery layers, authentication and authorization tools, library management systems, library standards, usage data, and library metrics.

Responsibilities

Participate in electronic resources licensing and acquisitions activities.
Maintain relationships with vendors.
Troubleshoot electronic resource access issues.
Collaborate with library colleagues to develop workflows and practices that support stewardship of Cornell’s collections.
Contribute to library-wide initiatives.
Develop expertise in emerging trends and standards.
Engage in scholarship, service, and professional activities that advance career development and the work of the library.