Pierpont Morgan Library, New York
Position Announcement
Project Cataloger (Full-time)
The Pierpont Morgan Library invites applications for the position of
Project Cataloger for the Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Imaging
Project. This is a full-time temporary position, funded for 3.5 years as
part of the Library's collaboration with the Index of Christian Art to
photograph, digitize, and describe all iconographically significant
illustrations in the Library's collection of medieval and Renaissance
manuscripts.
The Project Cataloger is responsible for revising records created by
the Index of Christian Art (ICA) to bring them into conformity with the
data standards used in the Library's online catalog, CORSAIR, creating
new records, based on published descriptions and curatorial files, for
images of manuscripts that fall outside the scope of the Index of
Christian Art project, and enriching records.
Qualifications:
-MLS or MLS candidate with substantial experience working with special
collections
-Familiarity with use and application of the MARC format and of AACR2
-A liberal arts background is required; medieval history or literature
background preferred
-Experience with online library system is required; experience with
Voyager preferred
-Proficiency working in a Microsoft Windows environment required
-Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
-Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent
benefits.
To apply: Interested applicants should e-mail cover letter with salary
requirements and resume to:
Human Resources E-mail: [log in to unmask]
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Dorian Lewis-Hood
HR Manager
The Morgan Library
29 East 36th St
New York, NY 10016
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