SC15P2 Content Acquisitions Scientist

CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.

CAS is currently seeking a Content Acquisitions Scientist. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.

Position Accountabilities

• Actively organizes, creates, and maintains bibliographic records for all content covered by CAS.
• Works effectively with a variety of bibliographic records such as serials, monographic series, non-serial publications, conference proceedings, cross references of monographic level titles, etc.
• Ensures that the processes and authority sources to obtain, confirm, and maintain the bibliographic records are accurate, complete, and up to date. Creates, updates and maintains documentation for the cataloging function.
• Implements and perform audits and quality control measures to ensure the integrity of the bibliographic data. Resolves problems with incorrect, incomplete, or duplicate data.
• Assists and collaborates with other content acquisition operations that affect production and CAS database building.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform at a high level in a dynamic environment. Introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking.
• Prioritizes work to complete tasks within pre-determined time frames, supporting the goal of providing CAS customers with access to published scientific literature in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Degree in library science, or information architecture. A Masters degree is preferred.
• Experience with Ex Libris Alma Library Management System and MARC code is preferred.
• Experience with CAS' cataloging practices is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and time-critical environment.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities.
• Aptitude and interest for learning and using various web-based and/or proprietary computer applications.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.

CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Disabled/Veteran

Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group

Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help

Masters of Library Science (required)

Experience with Ex Libris Alma Library Management System and MARC code. (required)