Research Librarian (Temp-to-Perm)

About Charles River Associates

For over 50 years, Charles River Associates has been a premier consulting firm that offers employees a place to learn from a diverse group of consultants, industry experts, and academics.  At CRA you will be exposed to leading minds who use economic, financial, and business analysis to solve complex world problems for an impressive roster of clients, including major law firms, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies.  Through a collegial environment, formal and informal training opportunities, and a broad array of professional development resources, your experience at CRA will open doors for you as you launch your career.

Position Overview

Responsibilities:

• Advanced Legal & Business Research 
  • Conduct legal and business intelligence research across a wide range of industries and practice areas using research tools such as Capital IQ Pro, Lexis-Nexis, Courtlink, Lexis Ai, Lex Machina, Factiva, Bloomberg Law, and GlobalData Explorer.
  • Provide both in-depth research and ready reference across all practice areas.
  • Synthesize research findings into clear, concise deliverables.
• Training, Outreach & Consultation
  • Coordinate and assist in the delivery of training programs for various research tools.
  • Orient newly hired consultants to research services, resources, and best practices.
  • Provide consultative research support, recommending appropriate tools and research strategies based on the needs of the consultant.
• Research Tools, Technology & Innovation
  • Stay current on emerging research technologies, analytics tools, and AI-enhanced research solutions.
  • Participate in the evaluation and testing of new research tools and services.
• Project Management & Administrative Tasks
  • Manage multiple research requests and projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to meet tight deadlines.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with consultants and professional staff across offices and practice areas.
  • Assist in the maintenance of our vendor management software. This includes updating and uploading user lists and usage reports, and ensuring that all the information from our vendor contracts is entered correctly.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Research & Information Services and the research services associate to ensure appropriate delegation between advanced research and ready-reference work.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of various legal and business research tools such as Capital IQ, Lexis-Nexis, Lexis Ai, Courtlink, GlobalData Explorer, and Lex Machina. Knowledge of Bloomberg is a strong plus.
• 4 + years of experience performing legal and business research in a professional services, consulting, or law firm.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree in library and information science strongly preferred

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• Resume – please include current contact information (personal email and telephone number);
• Cover Letter (optional) - please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend 3 days a week working in the office, with specific days determined in coordination with your team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary and other compensation

A good-faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. Stating pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.