Ransom Center Research Associate III, Research Services

at  The University of Texas at Austin

Job Posting Title:
Ransom Center Research Associate III, Research Services
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Hiring Department:
Harry Ransom Center
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Jul 01, 2024
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Head of Research Services, provides research assistance to and answers reference questions from remote and local library patrons regarding all collections. Shares responsibility for handling digitization and permission requests for these specific collections.
• Collects and compiles circulation and collection use data, analyzes data and prepares reports. Collaborates with Ransom Center instructional, curatorial, conservation, and research services staff along with University faculty to design and deliver student-centered instructional sessions prioritizing active learning strategies.
• Provides circulation, reference and research assistance to faculty, scholars and fellows, and students for all collections but with a special focus on literature holdings. Serves at the Reading and Viewing Room circulation, reference, and reception desks, including some Saturdays. Works with curatorial, conservation, and cataloging staff to ensure the highest standards of collection care. Collects and compiles circulation and collection use data, analyzes data and prepares reports.
• Participates in Ransom Center committee activities as requested, including evaluating collections and library acquisitions

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