Metadata & Cataloguing Specialist (Library Science) Job
About the job: Key responsibilities: 1. Maintain and enrich metadata for new and existing titles, ensuring accuracy and consistency 2. Assign subject classifications (BISAC, BIC, DDC, Thema) based on content and market needs 3. Create and update product records in internal databases and publishing systems 4. Review and standardize bibliographic entries including author, title, ISBNs, formats, editions, and publication data 5. Develop internal guidelines and best practices for metadata quality and discoverability 6. Support catalogue creation for academic, trade, and institutional customers 7. Coordinate with editorial and digital teams for metadata exports to marketplaces (Amazon, Shopify, distributors, etc.) Who can apply: Only those candidates can apply who: have minimum 1 years of experience are from Delhi only Salary: ₹ 3,00,000 - 5,00,000 /year Experience: 1 year(s) Deadline: 2025-07-18 23:59:59 Skills required: MS-Office, MS-Word, MS-Excel, English Proficiency (Spoken) and English Proficiency (Written) Other Requirements: 1. Hold a master’s or bachelor’s degree in library science, information science, or a related field 2. Possess 2–6 years of experience in cataloguing, metadata creation, or library technical services 3. Demonstrate familiarity with classification systems such as MARC, ONIX, BISAC, BIC, DDC, or Thema 4. Exhibit strong attention to detail along with excellent organizational and analytical skills 5. Show working knowledge of publishing workflows or bibliographic databases as a plus 6. Be proficient in using spreadsheets like Excel or Google Sheets and metadata tools 7. Have prior experience with publishing software, integrated library systems (ILS), or metadata standards as a bonus About Company: Atlantic Publishers and Distributors Private Limited, established in 1977, is known for quality academic, professional, and general publishing. It is also India's leading distributor of books from across the globe, partnering with the world's leading publishers in science & technology, management, humanities, and social sciences. It has a strong network of channel partners comprising sub-distributors, booksellers, and library vendors across the country. Atlantic is a regular supplier of books to libraries of leading universities, IITs, NITs, and institutions in India. Its marketing campaign through subject-wise printed catalogs and e-brochures covers over 20,000 institutions. Currently, team Atlantic has over a hundred dedicated, trained, and experienced industry professionals managing various operations like distribution, customer services, sales and marketing, print and e-promotions, product acquisitions, editorials, and publishing.