Chemistry Library Intern

Description

Patron Services and Instruction, including • Developing, updating, and maintaining remote education materials including Web guides and tutorials • Providing general reference support for the Penn Libraries, including chat reference • Preparing supporting materials for course-integrated instruction sessions • Assisting in the design of exhibits in the Chemistry Library Collection Development Responsibilities, including • Assisting with a project to evaluate the Chemistry Library’s on-site print journal collection • Assisting with the annual budget process • Analyzing usage statistics for electronic resources Professional Development Activities, including • Attending workshops and training sessions that will develop job and professional skills • Attending other applicable Penn library meetings, as assigned by supervisor

Job Location - City, State

All applicants must be currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in chemistry, chemical engineering, or library/information science, with an interest in chemical information or science librarianship. An undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related discipline is preferred but not required. In addition, the successful candidate must have the ability to manage and prioritize their workload and must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment. Other requirements include: • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, HTML, and Web site generation and design • Experience searching online databases • Flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail in work • Excellent written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and service orientation Preference will be given to applicants with the following skills: • Experience designing instructional handouts and guides to the literature • Experience searching science and engineering databases • Ability to create databases using Microsoft Access • Ability to write macros and use pivot tables in Microsoft Excel

Department / School

Pay Range

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.