What You Will Do
The Post-Masters Science Library Research Assistant will help to provide core services to Laboratory staff, scientists, and engineers. We seek a versatile individual eager to help shape the future of the LANL Research Library and work collaboratively to develop and implement next-generation reference and library outreach services. In alignment with our mission and vision, the Research Library has adopted an Agile framework -- an iterative approach to project management -- to sustain its ability to deliver innovative and responsive public services.
Specific tasks may include:
- Conducting science instruction responsibilities will include library research support, online education courses, specialized training, orientations, and workshops.
- Providing reference support via chat, email, virtually and/or in-person.
- Creating outreach/educational materials such as video tutorials, LibGuides, website content, blog posts, and print materials.
- Contribute to the Library's mass indexing effort of our technical reports.
- Assisting with team projects that promote communication and open science in the digital age, such as: cataloging, processing technical reports, data management, research repository development assistance, assisting with ORCiD integration with key research workflows; and open access publishing.
- Reviewing collections for retention decisions.
- Contributing to making scientific research and data outputs sharable and reproducible following the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
We aggressively pursue new ideas, services, products, and approaches to satisfy research needs. The successful candidate is an adaptable individual who works collaboratively, embraces learning, and has a strong user focus in an Agile way. Lifelong learning is a core value and professional development activities are well supported.
Career Growth: The LANL Research Library is committed to mentoring early career librarians. This is a 1-2 year appointment with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time staff position at a later date.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Ability to use standard reference tools and databases, including online resources to fulfill customer reference requests
- Knowledge of key science resources and database (ex: Scopus)
- Instruction experience, both in-person and online
- Experience or training in developing marketing materials (including newsletters, blog posts, data visualizations and promotional graphics) and online resources such as tutorials, surveys, and guides.
- Commitment to user-centered services and the ability to work and communicate effectively in a diverse and distributed team environment.
Desired Qualifications:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Librarianship: Educational background or experience in a STEM-related discipline, in one of the major areas of research in the scope of the Laboratory (preferred: Chemistry, Physics, or Biology). Knowledge of the challenges and opportunities surrounding open science, scholarly publishing, and communications in STEM fields.
- Experience working or interning in a scientific research library, laboratory or information center is preferred or experience working with science researchers.
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning: Knowledge of or enthusiastic curiosity regarding generative artificial intelligence, large language models, etc. particularly in research.
Work Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement (partially onsite/partially offsite) from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location. The term of the appointment is 1 to 2 years.
Note to Applicants:
Please submit:
Current resume/CV
Unofficial transcript (Full educational history, including transfer and test credits, if applicable; Enrollment/in-progress coursework for the current term; and GPA). Post-MS hires should provide final transcripts containing the aforementioned information, as well as their degree conferral date.
Cover Letter addressing why you would like to work at the LANL Research Library, which kinds of projects excite you the most, and how working at LANL Research Library will help shape your career path. Applicants are encouraged to explain how their prior work and experiences relate to the qualifications in their application. What experience/skills would you like to come away with?
Where You Will Work
Located in Northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO
- or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page: https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/student-internships/index.php
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
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Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
- Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
- Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
- Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
- Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
- From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
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- Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
- Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
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