Job Title: Manager Library/Information Science

Job Description

Bausch & Lomb seeks a creative, technologically savvy, service-oriented information scientist to ensure that the library’s information technology supports its mission to provide tools for research and development.

This position is part of the library team with responsibility for managing electronic resources, including an integrated library system, link resolvers, electronic journals, desktop databases, technical support, training and web site management.

The information scientist will:

• Provide leadership in investigating and implementing new information technologies and services
• Develop and implement an internal technical report library
• Manage electronic library including maintaining link resolver
• Catalog electronic and print resources
• Supervise one full-time, senior information scientist

Will work with the procurement organization to negotiate contracts with vendors. Must be able to generate relevant requirements and metrics.

Knowledge of and good working relationships with key vendors such as Thomson, Dialog, ProQuest and CAS is desirable.

Qualifications

A bachelor degree required, Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited program or equivalent preferred.

Experience in a corporate or Scientific/R&D library.

Experience with management of integrated library systems, electronic resources, website layout/delivery preferred.

Management experience is preferred.

Familiarity with patron authentication/user security access is desirable.

Employer Profile:

Bausch & Lomb is the eye health company, dedicated to perfecting vision and enhancing life for consumers around the world. Our core businesses include soft and rigid gas permeable contact lenses and lens care products, as well as ophthalmic surgical and pharmaceutical products. 

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Immediate participation in our outstanding 401K plan with a 2 for 1 match on 5% participation
• Free contact lenses
• Variety of growth opportunities that include:  ongoing training; a technical ladder for individual contributors; and educational assistance

The Bausch & Lomb name is one of the best known and most respected healthcare brands in the world.  Founded in 1853, the company is headquartered in Rochester, New York.  We employ approximately 10,000 people worldwide and our products are available in more than 132 countries.

Please apply on-line at www.bausch.com/careersand apply for job # 2358BR, reference Monster.com.  

Bausch & Lomb is an equal opportunity employer.

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