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Job Description

OSU Libraries and Press invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Faculty Research Assistant. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. 

The Faculty Research Assistant (FRA) contributes to the Cataloging & Government Documents Unit by cataloging government documents and maps from various publishers and coordinating the acquisition and withdrawal of federal documents through the Federal Depository Library Program and the Oregon Regional Federal Depository Library Program as a partner regional depository. This position performs copy, complex, and original cataloging of government documents and maps using advanced knowledge of library and information procedures, services, and resources. The FRA will contribute to the cataloging of other materials and do project work as needed. The position catalogs, classifies, and provides subject analysis. The FRA assists the Lead Cataloger with training other catalogers and serves as a project lead. The position may supervise student employees and is responsible for hiring, training, and leading their daily work. The FRA contributes to departmental research and assessment activities. The position collaborates with colleagues across library departments and in professional organizations and societies and engages in service activities.

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. 
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. 

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Additional Info & Requirements

Qualifications include:  

• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of current (within 5 years) experience in a library
• Aptitude for working in a changing environment
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equity
• Demonstrated in-depth experience with original, complex, and copy cataloging

The Community

The Oregon State University's Valley Library is part of a vibrant community in a beautiful campus setting with free public transportation options. These positions include generous health and retirement benefits. We seek candidates with a strong background in cataloging, an openness to learning, and a curiosity for developing expertise in cataloging of new types of resources.

HR Info

Margaret.Mellinger@oregonstate.edu