Library Cataloguer

Curation and cataloguing of CERN scientific publications, primarily in INSPIRE and the CERN Document Server (CDS), including: Cataloguing scientific articles, preprints, conference papers, theses, and other document types using JSON and MARC formats. Reviewing, checking, and updating existing records to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and quality of metadata. Contributing to the maintenance, update, and documentation of cataloguing and curation procedures. Analysing existing cataloguing practices and propose improvements in line with international standards. Participation in the migration to a new institutional repository, including: Cleaning, harmonising, and improving metadata. Identifying and resolving metadata issues to ensure the correct migration of content. Contributing to the definition of requirements and providing input to specifications related to the migration. Contribution to the broader activities of the Archives & Library Section, such as: Taking part in Library service desk shifts to support researchers in their use of Library services. Participating in Archives re-boxing activities. Carrying out additional tasks related to Library and Archives operations, in line with organisational needs and ongoing projects.

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.

• Experience or strong interest in metadata management.

• Completion of in-depth cataloguing coursework as part of academic studies.

• Familiarity with, or interest in, digital repositories and library management systems.

• Interest in library services and user-facing information support.

• Strong knowledge of cataloguing standards and bibliographic formats, such as RDA, MARC21 and DataCite.

• Familiarity with structured metadata formats such as JSON and XML is considered an asset.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to work accurately while following instructions and documented procedures.

• Willingness to contribute to a wide range of Library and Archives activities, including user support and collections-related tasks.

• Good communication skills, with the ability to interact clearly and effectively with Library service users.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.