Library Technician
Core
Physical processing and cataloging of a large collection of print materials for the National Library of Medicine.
Role type
Library Technician (Physical Processing & Cataloging)
Builds
Processed and discoverable print collections for the National Library of Medicine
Domain
Library Science / Special Collections
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
MARC21 records, physical processing workflows, library services platforms, Cutter Sanborn Tables, archival preservation techniques
Preferred skills
Fragile materials handling, special collections experience, Western European languages
Technologies
Alma, MARC21
Responsibilities
Identifying MARC bibliographic records based on physical item review; Searching/matching publications in Alma; Completing physical processing (call numbers, re-housing fragile items); Updating cataloging records; Flagging and coding duplicate items
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC