Research Librarian

Cornerstone Research • Washington DC, DC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Role Overview: The Research Librarian will have primary responsibility for providing research and reference services involving business, legal, and specialized information sources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. The individual must be skilled in using a variety of databases and research tools. The Research Librarian also performs other research-related work for the firm such as assisting with business development research such as attorney tracking, case tracking, and case document research. At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,000-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities. You’ll Love It Here If You: Embrace learning and continuous improvement Set and strive for a high bar of excellence Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm! Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer Are passionate about what you do

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg, and legal databases such as Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Lex Machina.
• Working knowledge of using a variety of databases and research tools.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions
• The mindset to provide superior service
• Significant experience in a corporate library setting and advanced knowledge and skills in a subject-specific resources and databases.
• The ability to commute to our allocated office, to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.
• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) is required, however, a Master’s degree in another specialty may be considered in lieu of the MLS if the candidate also has significant research experience in a related industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex domestic and international business and legal research, utilizing appropriate databases and research tools and direct consultants to appropriate sources.
• Evaluate diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness, then choose the best sources for answering research requests.
• Interface with experts, law firms, agencies, libraries, and organizations; represent the firm in a professional manner.
• Compile and organize information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information, accompanied by explanatory notes if relevant, so that the material is readily understandable to the user.
• Log new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.
• Develop expertise with the library’s information resources, particularly its research databases and physical collection.
• Maintain awareness of current developments on legal news and information services, specifically with developments regarding new specialized databases relevant to the firm’s practice areas.
• Recognize new information resources, both in print and electronic form, and make recommendations for new acquisitions to the Associate Director, Information Resources and Senior Director, Information Resources.
• Provide orientation and instruction regarding IR’s resources and work effectively with the IR department.
• Prepare and conduct training for consultants and other staff on a specific database or topic relevant to the attendees. The training may be either in formal sessions or at the point of need.
• Support at least one practice area in their business development needs including docket tracks and searches, literature searches, expert searches, and more.

Benefits

• Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position.
• The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in all eligible locations.
• This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations.
• At Cornerstone Research, we believe compensation is more than just a base salary.
• We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes an annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits such as flexible options for healthcare, paid time off, and retirement savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees