Senior Research Librarian

Ropes & Gray • Boston, MA

21d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Research Librarian will provide high-quality, in-depth legal and non-legal research using online and print resources. Liaise with assigned practice area teams by providing key actionable insights that can be used to support better decisions through topic-specific research and analytic results. The Senior Research Librarian will participate in orienting and educating individual attorneys and staff in the use of library resources and procedures. Senior Research Librarians are expected to have in-depth knowledge and broad expertise in the firm's areas of practice.
The Senior Research Librarian has a direct reporting line to the Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research.

Requirements

• MLS strongly preferred but other graduate degrees that emphasize research and writing, and have relevant content will be considered, such as a J.D. or M.B.A.
• More than 5 years research experience in a law firm or law library
• Advanced online research skills and knowledge of electronic and print law and business resources
• Demonstrated proficiency in technologies used in a professional services environment

Responsibilities

• Ability to keep up with new materials, changes in resources and techniques, and shifts in information demands; resourcefulness in obtaining needed materials and information
• Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation and communication skills; willingness and ability to contribute substantively to project teams as well as work alone
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time well
• Commitment to providing high-quality library service to a large group of demanding users in a fast-paced global law firm environment
• Must be team-oriented and able to share information, goals, opportunities, successes and failures with the appropriate parties
• Ability to plan, organize and carry out multiple related activities
• Ability to work in a multi-office environment
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment
• Must pay attention to details and have the ability to follow-up and follow through

Benefits

• The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture.
• this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level