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Temporary Research Services Fellow -- Biddle Law Library
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Position Number: 5678755
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Business - Business Law

Temporary Research Services Fellow -- Biddle Law Library

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title
Temporary Research Services Fellow -- Biddle Law Library

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
Penn Carey Law is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished law schools. The school offers a distinctive cross-disciplinary legal education, drawing on the depth and breadth of the University of Pennsylvania. The resulting intellectual opportunities and professional relationships bridge traditional boundaries and disciplines, making Penn Law an extraordinarily supportive academic community for its scholars and students alike.
Penn Carey Law staff play a critical role in providing a world-class educational environment, supporting faculty, students, alumni, and fellow staff members in a collaborative and ambitious environment.

The Biddle Law Library is an inclusive team of motivated professionals with a collaborative spirit and a drive to serve and innovate. We seek and cultivate individual initiative and responsibility while encouraging open discussion and teamwork to reach our strategic goals. Biddle is highly respected within the law school for our diligent support of the Penn Carey Law community, which includes a world class faculty who are engaged in cutting-edge legal scholarship on a global scale, a highly motivated and diverse student body, and a welcoming collaborative staff.

Reporting to the Associate Director for Research Services in the Biddle Law Library, the Research Services Fellow will provide in-depth legal and interdisciplinary research for Penn Carey Law faculty. The Fellow may also provide reference and research services to scholars, students, staff and other researchers. This position is ideal for a recent law school graduate or current graduate student in information science to build expertise in legal research.
This position is fully remote and will last for a period of no more than 9 months from the start date of the chosen candidate.

Job Description

Research Services for Penn Carey Law faculty

Working in conjunction with the Associate Director for Research Services and Biddle Reference librarians, serves as a research specialist to deliver high-quality legal and interdisciplinary research and analysis for Penn Carey Law faculty. Typical work product includes research memoranda, literature reviews, and current awareness materials.

Research Services for Penn Carey Law administrators and departments

Conduct legal, interdisciplinary, and competitive intelligence research for law school administrators and departments.
Create CLE bibliographies for law school events.

Reference and Research Services to scholars, students, and other researchers

Provides virtual reference and research services via email and chat to students, members of the Penn community, scholars, and other researchers.
Create and update electronic research guides and tutorials.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

Required:

JD from an ABA-Accredited law school.
Experience as a research assistant for law faculty or other work producing significant research for law faculty
Familiarity with legal materials and citation formats
A strong service orientation and attention to detail
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently

Preferred:

Master's degree from an ALA-accredited school of library or information science (earned or in progress)
Some experience performing legal research in an academic, law firm, or court setting
Strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with decision-makers
Ability to work with initiative and flexibility to respond effectively to changing information needs

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. The University of Pennsylvania and its Law School are equal opportunity employers (http://www.upenn.edu/affirm-action/eoaa.html).

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Law School

Pay Range
$7.25 - $32.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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