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About the Role

The Research Librarian will provide research and reference services involving business, legal, and specialized information sources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. This role also performs other research-related work such as assisting with business development research including attorney tracking, case tracking, and case document research.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex domestic and international business and legal research utilizing appropriate databases and research tools.
• Directs consultants to appropriate sources.
• Evaluates diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Chooses the best sources for answering research requests.
• Interfaces with experts, law firms, agencies, libraries, and organizations.
• Represents the firm in a professional manner.
• Compiles and organizes information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information.
• Logs new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.
• Develops expertise with the library’s information resources, particularly its research databases and physical collection.
• Maintains awareness of current developments on legal news and information services.
• Recognizes new information resources and makes recommendations for new acquisitions.
• Provides orientation and instruction regarding IR’s resources.
• Works effectively with the IR department.
• Prepares and conducts training for consultants and other staff on a specific database or topic.
• Supports at least one practice area in their business development needs including docket tracks and searches, literature searches, and expert searches.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility.
• Professional services experience preferred.
• The ability to commute to our allocated office.
• The ability to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.

Skills

• Research and reference service skills
• Working knowledge of financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg.
• Working knowledge of legal databases such as Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Lex Machina.
• Working knowledge of using a variety of databases and research tools.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Strong business acumen.
• The ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
• The mindset to provide superior service.
• Significant experience in a corporate library setting.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in subject-specific resources and databases.

Location

• San Francisco
• Los Angeles

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 3+ years of relevant experience

Education Level

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) is required.
• A Master’s degree in another specialty may be considered in lieu of the MLS if the candidate also has significant research experience in a related industry.

Salary/Compensations

• San Francisco: $83,200 – $110,500
• Los Angeles: $76,600 - $101,700
• Annual Performance Bonus: Target of 5%

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package
• Comprehensive healthcare options
• A monthly wellness subsidy
• Complimentary access to premium wellness apps
• Robust retirement savings plans
• Generous paid time off
• Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back-up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.
• Mentorship
• Continuous learning
• A vibrant, inclusive community

About the Company

• Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry.
• Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.
• The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work.
• We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events.
• Cornerstone Research is a leading firm providing economic and financial consulting to attorneys and companies involved in complex commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• We work with prominent academic and industry experts to provide our clients with state-of-the-art analyses and have a reputation for excellence and effectiveness.
• Our talented consultants are supported by a passionate team of corporate and administrative professionals.
• Together, we provide our clients and employees with the highest level of service and work experience.

Equal Opportunity

• Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.
• Cornerstone Research is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.
• The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any applicant for employment by contacting Anna Beeler at anna.beeler@cornerstone.com.