Japanese Collection Student Specialist

The Position

Job Title: Japanese Collection Student Specialist

Location/Department: Tateuchi East Asia Library – Seattle

Rate: $22.37/hr

Hours: 10/week; Work days and shifts negotiable during Monday-Friday between 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Positions available: 1

Date posted: October 21, 2026

Closing date: October 28, 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

Duties

• Japanese Language Collection Management
  • Assist with processing the prewar Japanese map collection, including physical sorting, organization, and inventory.
  • Assist with sorting, organizing, and matching physical books and bibliographic records.
  • Search library catalogs and online databases to identify and verify bibliographic information.
  • Perform basic data entry to support book ordering.
  • Assist with editing and updating online research guides.
• Library Events and Outreach
  • Assist with planning, preparing, and promoting library events, exhibits, and programs.
  • Help maintain and update the library’s social media accounts.
• General Administrative Support
  • Perform routine clerical tasks, including scanning, sorting and distributing mail, organizing documents, and filing.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High proficiency in reading and writing Japanese.
• Familiarity with library catalogs, databases, or other online research tools.
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and responsibly.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a library, archive, or academic research environment.
• Academic background or demonstrated interest in Japanese Studies or related fields.
• Familiarity with Japanese bibliographic information and research resources.
• Experience with editing web content, managing social media, or supporting event promotion.

How to Apply

The following supplemental materials are required. A single PDF or Microsoft Word file containing both items is preferred.

Please name your file using the following format: LastName_FirstName.docx/pdf
• Resumé

Upload your resume to the form above with your student NetID.

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