Research and Information Librarian

University of Canberra's commitment to academic excellence extends beyond the classroom. The Research and Information Services team within Library and Study Skills plays a crucial role in supporting academic staff and students by providing essential services related to research, copyright, Open Education, and Open Access. We are currently seeking dynamic and knowledgeable individuals to join our team as we have 2 vacancies for Research and Information Services Librarians.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Research and Information Services, the Research and Information Services Librarians will be responsible for providing expert advice and support to the university community. This role involves collaborating with faculty staff, senior research staff, higher degree research students, and undergraduate researchers to enhance their research skills and promote the use of library resources.

The Research and Information Services Librarian will play a key role in developing and delivering targeted training, consultations, and resources to support university researchers. The librarian will assist staff and student researchers in formulating effective search strategies, contribute to team training and development, and collaborate with the Copyright and Open Access Coordinator to provide advice in those areas. Additionally, they will actively participate in frontline service delivery, including rostered library service points during ordinary working hours, and undertake other duties as required for their classification.

To be successful in this role, there is a requirement to have tertiary qualification in Library and Information Science or a related field providing eligibility for Associate membership of ALIA. The ideal candidate will have experience in literature and/or systematic reviews, providing research support services within a library setting as well as strong knowledge of copyright, Open Education, and Open Access principles. We are looking for an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a supermarket and childcare facilities.

Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access, and the ambitious goals of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategic Plan are designed to ensure that our Indigenous students and staff flourish in a welcoming and culturally safe environment. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

To be considered for this role all we want is for you to apply with your CV only, no other documentation is required. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.