Description

• Provide reference services and instruction in use of library resources as needed.
• Handling reference queries and assisting students with research using print and Electronic sources.
• Work collaboratively with other Library staff and faculty to develop tools and workflowsfor improving access to the Library’s collections.  
• Assist in collection development functions including bibliographic checking for selection and verification of citations
• Maintain documentation for acquisitions and electronic resources workflow, policies and procedures.
• Monitor the acquisitions process to assure that University regulations are followed, materials are systematically ordered, received, and accessioned.
• Perform original descriptive and subject cataloging for various library materials in a variety subject fields
• Work closely with Cataloging Services on electronic resource access and management issues and enable and maintain access to the libraries’ subscription electronic resources.   
• Notify the cataloguing and web units of newly implemented electronic publications and the means to access them.
• Keep records and statistics of services and activities
• Undertake user file management, including analyzing and updating data, reporting data and/or database problems, and linking with Banner (Registrar) for student records management
• Compile and analyze circulation statistics for improving work flow and services
• Assist in supporting the tools required for acquisitions and electronic resources work and use of the Acquisitions and Cataloging modules of the Library’s integrated library system .
• Gather electronic resources statistics, extract data from library software as neededand and generate reports to department heads, faculty, and the library administration.
• Support the review and management of electronic resources license and interact with publishers, vendors and aggregators to acquire, establish and maintain access to electronic resources.
• Work with Librarians on archiving collection which is essential for targeting resources effectively.
• Prepares management reports, providing statistical and budget analysis related to electronic • Serve as a point for reference assistance, and provide back‐up support for Library service desk.  
• Contribute and help maintain documentation and internal communications, handle student scheduling and training
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

Required Experience: 

• Expats: A minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• UAE Nationals: A minimum of 2-3 year of relevant experience

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).

Primary Location: KUK – Khalifa University
Job: Specialist
Schedule: Regular
Shift : Standard
Job Type: Full-time