Information Specialist, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Boston, MA
Posted November 17, 2016
Job Description
The Information Sciences department at Vertex Pharmaceuticals is searching for an Information Specialist to join as the newest member of this vital and high-functioning library team in Boston, MA. Reporting to the Information Manager, the Information Specialist will work with all members of the Information Sciences team, providing crucial assistance with several of the key roles within the information center.
Primary responsibilities will include the ordering/delivery of books and related items, article retrieval, development of training schedules for end-user tools and the marketing of these resources, collection and messaging of metrics on end-user resource usage, and acting as a liaison to our internal Global Information Systems stakeholders.
Additional responsibilities will be to assist with the following job functions: copyright permissions and case resolutions; vendor relations and administration; evaluation of information resources; development of internal information systems; and new hire orientations. The information specialists may also be called upon to assist with business and/or scientific research requests.
This position is ideal for a self-motivated professional who is highly organized, has the ability to be flexible and creative in their approach to workflow, and can problem-solve with the highest level of attention to detail and accuracy. We are interested in a candidate who works well within a team but has the ability to be effective in self-directed projects. A strong commitment to customer service is also crucial.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.A./B.S. degree
- Self-motivated and proactive
- 3-5 years professional experience
- Strong organizational skills with acute attention to detail
- Customer service oriented
- Highly-effective communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Effective collaborator/listener
- Capacity for critical thinking/quick study
- Understanding of information organization and its importance
- Full familiarity with Office suite of applications
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Library/Information Science
- Pharma/life sciences experience
- Working familiarity with literature resources and industry databases
- Previous experience in libraries or corporate information centers
- Knowledge of computer software and web technologies, with familiarity in SQL databases, HTML/CSS, or interest in developing javascript/python skills a plus
- Ability to apply imaginative solutions to a variety of challenges
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover, develop and commercialize innovative medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. In addition to our clinical development programs focused on cystic fibrosis, Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs aimed at other serious and life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices in the United States, Europe, Canada and Australia. For four years in a row, Science magazine has named Vertex one of its Top Employers in the life sciences. For additional information and the latest updates from the Company, please visit www.vrtx.com.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.