Senior Library Information Specialist, Chinese – NASIC

Library Systems & Services, LLC

Senior Library Information Specialist offering advanced Chinese-language research support to a federal intelligence center. Identifying and acquiring Chinese publications while collaborating with researchers.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced Chinese-language research capabilities, including proficiency in reading and writing Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and the ability to translate technical publications into English. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for managing multiple assignments and collaborating effectively in a customer-focused environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Near-Native Proficiency In ChineseResearch Database ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsUnderstanding Of Chinese Environments

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Hard Skills

Chinese-Language ResearchTranslation Of Technical PublicationsMetadata CreationCataloging Foreign-Language MaterialsAcquisition Of Information ResourcesSummarization And ReportingCompliance With Security RequirementsUsage Data Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationCollaboration SkillsCustomer-Focused Approach

Tools & Technologies

Commercial Research DatabasesOpen-Source Research ToolsContent Management System (CMS)

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipGovernment Security Credentials

Industry Keywords

Chinese-Language PublicationsTechnical PublicationsEmerging Scientific PublicationsCultural PublicationsPolitical Publications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct advanced Chinese-language research using commercial databases, publicly available information (PAI), and commercially available information (CAI) resources to support Government research requirements.
Identify, evaluate, and acquire Chinese-language books, journals, reports, conference proceedings, standards, technical publications, digital resources, and subscription services.
Monitor emerging scientific, technical, industrial, political, and cultural publications relevant to customer organizations and provide timely notifications of new resources.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with publishers, vendors, research institutes, and information providers worldwide.
Provide research assistance and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) involving scientific and technical information resources.
Create and maintain descriptive metadata, including English translations or transliterations of Chinese-language titles, abstracts, and publication information for the Library's Content Management System (CMS).
Assist with cataloging and creation of brief bibliographic records for foreign-language materials.
Support administration of electronic resources by maintaining accurate subscription information and usage data.
Prepare summaries, reports, and information products documenting research activities, acquisitions, and customer support provided during each reporting period.
Collaborate with fellow language specialists, librarians, and technical staff to improve workflows, enhance information discovery services, and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with Government security requirements, copyright restrictions, licensing agreements, and contract quality standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizen.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Near-native proficiency in reading and writing Simplified and Traditional Chinese, with the ability to translate or summarize technical publications accurately in English.
Demonstrated understanding of Chinese social, political, scientific, and cultural environments.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency using commercial and open-source research databases, web search tools, and digital information resources.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous assignments and changing priorities.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain all required Government security credentials.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development