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Harbor

Legal Research Librarians (Contract)

This is a fully remote/virtual opportunity available on a contractual (1099) basis, nationwide ... firm library in a reference/research position and expertise in legal and corporate research ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... Circulation of reference items, * Maintenance of the overall appearance of our library;

Cape Fox Corporation

Senior Software Engineer

$110K - $140K/yr

Experience with Flask Web Serving Library in Python * Experience with SQLAlchemy ORM library in ... Category Information Technology Location Remote (Virtual) - US - US Wright-Patterson Air Force Base ...

The Art of Education

Library Services Specialist

Osage, IA · Remote

$14.50 - $19/hr

Structured as a remote part-time hourly position. This position will report to the Dean of Graduate ... tools, and virtual meetings Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with ...

The Art of Education

Library Services Specialist

Osage, IA · On-site +1

$14.50 - $19/hr

Structured as a remote part-time hourly position. This position will report to the Dean of Graduate ... tools, and virtual meetings Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with ...

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Care Coordinator - Nurse (Remote)

$85K - $95K/yr

Reporting to the Manager, Virtual Nursing Team, the Care Coordinator - Nurse provides dependable ... Up-to-date Police Reference Check. * The role requires the ability to work regularly on evenings ...

Harbor

Library and Research Analyst

This is a full-time, fully remote position that can be worked from anywhere in US or Canada ... Conducts effective reference interviews and distills research results into clear and concise ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote virtual reference librarian in the United States is $62,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Virtual Reference Librarian vs Remote Digital Archivist?

AspectRemote Virtual Reference LibrarianRemote Digital Archivist
CredentialsMLS or MLIS, library certificationsMaster's in Library Science, Archival Studies or related
Work EnvironmentPublic or academic libraries, online platformsArchives, museums, digital repositories
Industry UsageLibraries, educational institutionsArchives, cultural institutions
Search & Comparison IntentOnline reference services, information retrievalDigital collections management, preservation

The Remote Virtual Reference Librarian primarily provides online reference and research assistance to library users, focusing on information retrieval and customer service. In contrast, the Remote Digital Archivist manages digital collections, preserves digital assets, and ensures long-term access. While both roles require library or archival credentials and often operate remotely, their core responsibilities and work environments differ, catering to different aspects of information management and user support.

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Legal Research Librarians (Contract)

Legal Research Librarians (Contract)

Harbor

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Posted 22 days ago

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Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

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Job description

Harbor is seeking Legal Research Librarians (Contract) to join our specialist teams. These contract positions work with our Research & Information Services team and provide high quality research services and work products for our clients. This is a fully remote/virtual opportunity available on a contractual (1099) basis, nationwide. This role will support specific client engagements on a project-by-project basis. Depending on the project and client, the number of hours and type of work may slightly differ.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform high quality in-depth legal, corporate and other research to support the client's librarians, attorneys, paralegals and staff using a variety of resources
  • Monitor and respond to research requests and coordinate this effort with research team members across all locations
  • Prioritize and respond to requests, analyze and synthesize results, compile answers and communicate research findings in a clear and concise manner
  • Learn and adopt the specific policies and procedures of the client's law library department
  • Provide excellent customer service
Qualifications:
  • 5 years+ experience in a law firm library in a reference/research position and expertise in legal and corporate research, required
  • Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree in Librarianship or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or JD from an ABA-accredited institution is preferred.
  • Knowledge of standard research resources including, but not limited to, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, etc.
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of general electronic research databases, both fee-based and free, subject-specific databases, and legal analytics tools, required
  • Excellent communication skills, to effectively deliver and explain research findings to attorneys both verbally and through written summaries and analysis
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and to collaborate with client's team and other contract researchers to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
  • Reliable internet connection for virtual working

About Us:
Harbor is the preeminent provider of expert services across strategy, legal technology, operations, and intelligence. Our globally integrated team of 900+ strategists, technologists, and specialists navigate alongside our clients - leading law firms, corporations, and their law departments - to provide essential resources and invaluable insights. Anchored in a rich heritage of deep knowledge, steadfast relationships, and mutual respect, our unwavering dedication lies in shaping the future of the legal industry and fostering enduring partnerships within our community and ecosystem.
Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, age, parental status, disabled status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification, in accordance with applicable law.

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