Research Librarian

Role Overview

If you are an experienced Research Librarian looking for an opportunity to showcase/display your research and reference service skills, then we would like to meet with you! The Research Librarian will have primary responsibility for providing research and reference services involving business, legal, and specialized information sources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. The Research Librarian also performs other research-related work such as assisting with business development research such as attorney tracking, case tracking, and case document research. At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,100-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels.

About the Role

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, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. 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.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex domestic and international business and legal research utilizing appropriate databases and research tools and directs consultants to appropriate sources.
• Evaluates diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness, then 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, accompanied by explanatory notes if relevant, so that the material is readily understandable to the user; logs new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.
• Maintains awareness of current developments on legal news and information services, specifically with developments regarding new specialized databases relevant to the firm’s practice areas.
• Recognizes new information resources, both in print and electronic form, and makes recommendations for new acquisitions to the Associate Director, Information Resources and Senior Director, Information Resources.
• Provides orientation and instruction regarding IR’s resources and works effectively with the IR department.
• Prepares and conducts training for consultants and other staff on a specific database or topic relevant to the attendees. The training may be either in formal sessions or at the point of need.
• Supports at least one practice area in their business development needs including docket tracks and searches, literature searches, expert searches, and more.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg, and 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 and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
• The mindset to provide superior service.
• Significant experience in a corporate library setting and advanced knowledge and skills in subject-specific resources and databases.
• The ability to commute to our allocated office, to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.
• A Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) is required, however, 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.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) is required, however, 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.

Skills

• Working knowledge of financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg, and 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 and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
• The mindset to provide superior service.
• Significant experience in a corporate library setting and advanced knowledge and skills in subject-specific resources and databases.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare options, a monthly wellness subsidy, and complimentary access to premium wellness apps.
• Financial Security: Robust retirement savings plans to secure your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Blend: A hybrid work model that balances collaborative in-office time with telecommuting flexibility, alongside generous paid time off to recharge.
• Family & Personal Support: Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back-up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.
• Growth & Culture: A firm-wide commitment to mentorship, continuous learning, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

Pay

San Francisco: $83,200 – $110,500
Los Angeles: $76,600 - $101,700
Annual Performance Bonus: This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus with a target of 5%. This serves as a meaningful way for us to celebrate excellence, awarded based on both individual impact and our collective success as a firm.

Schedule

We offer a hybrid work model that balances collaborative in-office time with telecommuting flexibility, alongside generous paid time off to recharge.