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Manuscript Cataloger at the Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library, Harvard University

Duties And Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Archivist in the Collection Services Department of the Schlesinger Library, may be asked to serve on library-wide committees, participate in special projects, or participate in Radcliffe Institute activities. Working on a variety of manuscript/archival collections, the Manuscript Cataloger will arrange and describe collections, create finding aids in XMetal using EAD (Encoded Archival Description) schema (created by Harvard's Office for Information Systems), and update MARC records in ALEPH. Arrangement of collections will require preservation measures and may include preparation of portions of collections for microfilming. Manuscript Cataloger will work with other manuscript department staff members in cataloging photographic and audiovisual material from the collections.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

MLS with a concentration in archives management and/or an MA in history or related field; demonstrated skills in manuscript processing, two years' experience required; knowledge of LCSH, MARC format, and word processing skills; strong written, verbal, and listening skills; experience with legal case files desirable; ability to work independently; familiarity with XML and EAD and a degree in or knowledge of contemporary U.S. women's history preferred. Must be able to lift 40 pounds comfortably. Must be able to work independently and make judgments/recommendations about content appraisal and privacy issues.

Additional Web Position Listing:

The Schlesinger Library of the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study is at the beginning stage of a five-year project to eliminate an existing backlog of materials in all formats. As part of this five-year project, the Manuscript Cataloger, serving in a term appointment, will work independently and as a member of a team to provide intellectual access to material that is in the library's backlog, which consists of material on the history of women in the United States and culinary history. THIS IS A 5-YEAR TERM APPOINTMENT. The Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America collects manuscripts, books, and other materials essential for understanding women's lives and activities in the United States.

To apply:

The following posting for a Manuscript Cataloger is a 5-year term appointment. If interested, please apply through the Harvard University Job Postings list (http://jobs.harvard.edu/). The Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America collects manuscripts, books, and other materials essential for understanding the lives and activities of American women in the United States and abroad.

Requisition Number: 32017
Title: Audio/Visual Cataloger
School / Unit: Radcliffe Institute
Department: Schlesinger Library
Location: Cambridge
Full Or Part Time: Full-Time
Salary Grade: 056

Required Screening: Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.