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Research Services Specialist - entry level - Dept of Defense Location: Arlington, VA Duration: Full Time Job ID: HR-01-016-W Date Posted:4/21/2010 Description: Advanced Resource Technologies, Inc. (ARTI) is currently recruiting for a Research Services Specialist in support of a contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) at our Arlington, VA location. Position is full-time, non-exempt. Start date is immediate upon selection with 2 weeks notice to current employer. SUMMARY We are looking for a customer-oriented and motivated individual to join our Research Services team, in an entry level capacity, at our Arlington, VA location. The successful applicant will act as a point of contact for engineers and scientists, providing research support in a variety of cutting edge technology and defense areas. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Under direct supervision of Manager of Research Services, work on in-depth research requests that are primarily science or technology related. * Conduct research using online subscription databases and journals including, but not limited to, ProQuest, EbscoHost, IEEE, and OCLC. * Ability to search the Open Web and specialized websites for technical reports and information. * Guide users in the use of relevant sources and provide one on one and/or group instruction. * Proactively support the promotion of Research Services, including; producing a weekly news letter, conducting user interviews, and compiling usage data. * Ability to search and submit requests for InterLibrary Loans. * Procure articles, reports, and books on behalf of the researchers. * Catalog acquisitions in the online library catalog. * Perform daily tasks such as filing, scanning, sorting and distributing mail to office personnel, and assisting in new employee training on research resources. * Work on special projects as assigned by the Manager of Research Services. REQUIREMENTS * BA or BS required and two years of experience in library, information services or non-scientific/lab research. MLS/MLIS degree with one year of work experience desired. * Experience using an online library catalog system required. * Must have library related research and web research experience. * Experience responding to reference questions or research requests via electronic means required. * Experience with an Inter Library Loan (ILL) system a plus. * Experience organizing, managing and maintaining research project requests preferred. Skills & Knowledge * Experience with library research strategies and database searching including but not limited to OCLC, Dialog, Lexis/Nexis, EbscoHost and Proquest. * Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. * Ability to effectively complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. * Customer-focused, self-motivated and able to adapt to changing priorities. * Detail-oriented, with ability to consolidate research results into precise, concise responses. * Must have strong interpersonal and written communications skills in order to effectively interact with personnel at all levels in a dynamic work environment. * Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. * Must possess analytical skills for problems solving and research. Required Skills: Required Skills: Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information, and Secret Clearance. ARTI is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer AA/M/F/V/D, and member of DHS E-Verify Program ________________________________ If you are interested in this position, our preferred method for receiving your resume is through this website by clicking "Apply Online". However, you can also fax or mail it in. Advanced Resource Technologies, Inc Attn: Recruiter 1555 King Street, Suite 400 Alexandria, VA 22314 Fax: (703) 682-4823 Team-ARTI is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer