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About the Role

Condé Nast is seeking a Research Librarian to join its NYC-based global research hub. This entry-level role supports 32 international markets across print, digital, video, and social platforms, delivering high-quality research services to editorial, marketing, creative, and corporate stakeholders. The librarian will conduct investigative research and rapid-reference work across diverse subjects, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate information sources.

Responsibilities

Conduct domestic and international news, business, and topical research using authoritative databases and specialized research tools.
Perform ready-reference and deep-dive research under deadline pressure.
Support fact-checking, background research, market intelligence, and trend analysis initiatives.
Evaluate sources for accuracy, authority, currency, bias, and cost-effectiveness.
Apply sound information governance principles when selecting and delivering research results.
Distinguish between primary, secondary, and tertiary sources and appropriately document findings.
Compile research findings into structured briefs, annotated summaries, and organized source packages.
Provide explanatory context where needed to ensure usability by non-specialist stakeholders.
Clearly communicate limitations, gaps, and confidence levels in research findings.
Develop working expertise in core research databases (e.g., LexisNexis, Factiva, ProQuest, business and media intelligence tools).
Utilize advanced search strategies across licensed databases, public records, open web, and social media platforms.
Monitor developments in research technology, including AI-assisted search and emerging specialized databases.
Identify potential new information resources and make acquisition recommendations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS, MLIS, or equivalent)
1–3 years of relevant research experience (internships, academic research roles, media research, business intelligence, or professional services environments acceptable).
Experience using news and business databases such as LexisNexis, Factiva, or similar platforms.
Strong proficiency in structured database searching (e.g., Boolean logic, field searching, controlled vocabulary).
Demonstrated ability to assess source credibility and synthesize complex information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent research requests in a deadline-driven environment.
Familiarity with social media research methodologies and digital verification techniques.
Exposure to AI-assisted research tools and prompt-based search systems.
Experience conducting public records research.

Skills

Research
Information Delivery
Fact-checking
Background Research
Market Intelligence
Trend Analysis
Source Evaluation
Information Governance
Information Literacy
Synthesis
Reporting
Database Searching
LexisNexis
Factiva
ProQuest
Business Intelligence Tools
Media Intelligence Tools
Advanced Search Strategies
Open Web Searching
Social Media Research
AI-assisted Search
Prompt-based Search
Public Records Research
Analytical Rigor
Structured Thinking
Information Synthesis
Judgment
Discretion
Confidentiality
Initiative
Continuous Learning

Location

New York, NY
New York City

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Entry-level
1-3 years

Education Level

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS, MLIS, or equivalent)

Salary/Compensations

$75,000 - $85,000

About the Company

Condé Nast is one of the world's most renowned media publishing companies, creating and distributing every type of media today, spanning print and digital publishing in all formats.
With a portfolio of some of today's most influential brands, the company continues to grow its audience through a global operational and content infrastructure across its 12 owned and operated markets.
Headquartered in New York City, the company's owned and operated markets include China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, UAE/Dubai, the U.K., and the U.S., with additional local license partners in over twenty additional markets across the globe.
Lead brands include Vogue, The New Yorker, GQ, Architectural Digest, Condé Nast Traveler, Vanity Fair, Wired, Allure, Ars Technica, Bon Appétit, House & Garden, Pitchfork, Tatler, and Vogue Business.

Equal Opportunity

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.