Information Specialist - JR2417357

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: PPG's R&D Library Shared Services team is looking for a qualified and experienced candidate for the position of Information Specialist. R&D Library Shared Services includes experienced patent and technical information professionals who assist R&D researchers, and the Legal/ Intellectual Property team, in the support and protection of PPG's intellectual property. You will report to the Manager of Library Services R&D.

As a member of the Library Shared Services Team, you will provide quality information services to PPG scientists, engineers, and associates to help support the mission of the team: * To support PPG Science & Technology globally by providing quality information services in a responsive & cost-effective manner * To continue to serve as an innovative & active partner in the research mission of PPG, by facilitating search & discovery & enable communities to manage and act on content. * To explore & implement new & innovative methods to encourage information sharing, improve productivity, foster deeper collaboration & better manage information.

Key Responsibilities * Identifies, understands, interprets and comprehensively responds to internal clients information requests for chemical, technical, and patent information, leveraging business or technical knowledge, to formulate, develop and/or modify complex search strategies, using appropriate search construction techniques to execute both patent and literature searches, and competitor research, reference and landscapes using a variety of subscribed electronic databases and online resources, both current and historic, in support of research, planning, business development and legal/intellectual property protection. * Prepares coherent analyses and summarizes results using patent landscape strategies, and other analysis tools. * Catalogs metadata and processes internal research reports for knowledge sharing within a secured document sharepoint repository to encourage information sharing and searchability of internally produced report content. * Assists with internal records management and documentation of archived information, hard copy or electronic, at company facilities, or third-party storage centers. * Works with library staff, both in person, and remotely, using in-house resources and being involved in daily library activities which may include providing general reference assistance from internal and external sources, creation/updating of library guides and training for instruction and outreach; understands current awareness needs of researchers, and creates and disseminates alerts to researchers, and provides general library support to the mission. Stewards special projects as needed.

Qualifications * Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) and/or Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited university, or a BS in Chemistry, with at least 1 year information research or patent searching, or equivalent experience. * Knowledge of scientific and technical literature, reference tools, on-line databases and search techniques. Proven competence to critically evaluate search results. Ability to assess, select, and apply current and emerging information and data mining tools. * Must demonstrate awareness of knowledge management, information governance & organization, metadata/tagging, and document security principles. * Experience working in a research library, or information center. * 1 or more years of scientific search experience (includes running searches on behalf of others based on understanding of a requester's information needs and deliverables). * Experience in electronic database searching, including patent and technical information sources (such as SciFinder, Reaxys, Scopus, Patbase, etc.) Experience searching STN databases is preferred. * Experience working with R&D, patent and/or legal professionals. Knowledge of the intellectual property process and earch types is preferred. * US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.This job posting may have multiple locations listed.

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Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. These include 401k, health, dental, vision, PTO and paid Holidays.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.