Library Researcher jobs in Modesto, CA

Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Graduate Student Researcher - Library / UC Merced Community and Labor Center Rea
  • University of California - Merced
  • Merced, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Graduate Student Researcher - Library / UC Merced Community and Labor Center Reading Room
    Salary range: See Table 22 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position $33.54/hour.
    Percent time: Up to 50%
    Anticipated start: Summer Session, June 2024
    Position duration: Summer Term
    Application Window

    Open date: March 11, 2024

    Next review date: Monday, Mar 25, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

    Final date: Monday, Jun 24, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

    Position description

    The Library is hiring a Graduate Student Researcher to compile a reading list for a proposed reading room at the Community & Labor Center (CLC). The successful candidate will work with librarians to create an annotated bibliography of at least 125 publicly accessible materials and will make recommendations for best practices regarding their use in consultation with librarians and the CLC.

    Project Deliverables:

    • An annotated bibliography for publication of (at minimum) 125 items of publicly accessible materials relevant to the intended audience of a future Community & Labor Center (CLC) community reading room

    • Make recommendations for best practices in consultation with librarians and the CLC on collection management and aspects of managing related resources, as needed

    • A recommendation for a subset of these materials that should be included in the UC Merced Library's collection

    Task Type:

    • data-gathering and synthesis / evaluation of materials;

    • identifying and researching resources;

    • helping to produce content for research dissemination;

    • other / related tasks

    Work Location: Remote or In-person

    Library Home Page: https://library.ucmerced.edu/

    Qualifications
    Basic qualifications
    • Graduate student at UC Merced with an interest in local issues surrounding community action on labor

    • Ability to carry out research on a topic directed by a librarian.

    • Ability to manage reference data and summarize resources, e.g., using a spreadsheet or citation manager software

    • Ability to describe and synthesize potential materials for inclusion in the bibliography, including adding metadata and annotations

    • Strong interest in enriching the UC Merced community through selecting high quality sources

    • Ability to meet at least weekly either in-person or via Zoom

    • Ability to meet deadlines and work independently

    Preferred qualifications
    • Ability to read and process materials in non-English languages (E.g. Spanish, Hmong, Portuguese, Indigenous languages from Mexico and Central America)

    • Previous work with community organizing or advocacy work

    Application Requirements
    Document requirements
    • Resume - Your most recently updated Resume

    • Cover Letter - No more than 1 page introducing yourself and telling us why you are interested in this position

    • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - (No more than 500 words) Statement on your contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion. Please review the UC Merced Diversity Statement Guidelines and UC's Commitment to Diversity
      (Optional)

    • Writing / Research Sample - Please provide 1-2 pages that demonstrate your writing and research ability (could be a paper for a class, etc)

    Reference requirements
    • 2-3 required (contact information only)

    Please include at least 1 professional and 1 personal reference.

    Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01719

    Help contact: emcmunn@ucmerced.edu

    About UC Merced

    The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).

    The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

    As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.

    Job location
    Merced, CA

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. As of January 1, 2014 the University of California, Merced will be a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu

     

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Court Researcher
  • VData
  • Modesto, CA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking to hire an individual for our Criminal Research Division. Will require visits to numerous courthouses in multiple nearby counties. Daily commuting with your own reliable transportation ...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Mechanical Engineering
  • University of California - Merced
  • Merced, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar Salary range: See Table 23 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $60,000-$71,952. Percent time: 100%...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioengineering
  • University of California - Merced
  • Merced, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar Salary range: See Table 23 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $60,000-$71,952. Percent time: 100%...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Law Library Director
  • Merced County, CA
  • Merced, CA FULL_TIME
  • Examples of Duties Please note the following: This recruitment is being established on behalf of the Law Library and is not a Merced County position. This is a full-time position (40 hours). Position ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Library Page (Clerical/Community Aide)
  • Stanislaus County
  • CA, CA PART_TIME
  • ****This recruitment is for part-time, extra-help positions ONLY.*****THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe Library is looking for individuals with excellent customer service, problem solving, and communication skil...
  • 12 Days Ago

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FT Customer Service Agent (Work From Home)>
  • Destinee Travel
  • Ceres, CA
  • [Customer Support / Remote] Anywhere in U.S. / Up to $65K per year / Extremely flexible hours - As a Customer Service Ag...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioengineering
  • University of California
  • Merced, CA
  • Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar Salary range: See Table 23 for the salary range for this position...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Staff Research Associate 1 (Limited Pool)
  • University of California
  • Merced, CA
  • The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this rol...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Postdoctoral Scholar-Health Sciences Research Institute
  • University of California Merced
  • Merced, CA
  • Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $ 64,480...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Junior Commercial Real Estate Agent
  • Marcus & Millichap
  • Empire, CA
  • Marcus & Millichap is the industry's largest firm specializing in real estate investment sales and financing, as well as...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Customer Service Agent (Work From Home)>
  • Destinee Travel
  • Modesto, CA
  • [Customer Support / Remote] Anywhere in U.S. / Up to $65K per year / Extremely flexible hours - As a Customer Service Ag...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Health Promotion Student Research Assistant
  • California State University
  • Turlock, CA
  • Public Health Promotion Student Research Assistant Job no: 515221 Work type: Student Assistant Location: Stanislaus - Tu...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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2024 UROC Summer Research Grad Mentors (Teaching Assistant)
  • University of California
  • Merced, CA
  • Position overview Position title: UROC Summer Research Grad Mentor Salary range: See Table 18 for the salary range for t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Modesto /məˈdɛstoʊ/ (Spanish for "modest"), officially the City of Modesto, is the county seat and largest city of Stanislaus County, California, United States. With a population of approximately 201,165 at the 2010 census, it is the 18th largest city in the state of California and forms part of the Modesto–Merced combined statistical area. The Modesto Census County Division, which includes the cities of Ceres and Riverbank, had a population of 312,842 as of 2010[update]. Modesto is located in the Central Valley, 90 miles (140 km) north of Fresno, 40 miles (64 km) north of Merced, California, ...
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Modesto, California area prices
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