• 1 x part time 0.6 FTE, continuing and 1 x part time 0.5 FTE, fixed-term opportunity (until 30/06/24) for Academic Liaison Librarians
• Develop and deliver quality client-centred Library services for academics, higher degree by research students and other relevant areas of the University
• Base Salary $91,644 - $98,796 pro-rata + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We are in a period of exciting development within our University Library, striving to achieve an integrated and contemporary service offering aligned to the University's strategy. We are seeking Academic Liaison Librarians to proactively build relationships with academic and professional staff to deliver client-centred education and research support services. Situated in a discipline-based team of librarians, you will design and deliver information and digital literacy programs to meet the current and future information needs of students and researchers. In addition, you will possess an understanding of the contemporary research landscape, including citation-based metrics and research impact. Working in an intellectually stimulating and flexible environment, this is a unique opportunity for you to make a significant contribution to teaching and research excellence across the university.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• build effective relationships with client groups to promote and market Library services
• demonstrate a client-centred approach by seeking out, understanding and responding to the current and future needs of academics and students
• provide high-quality information services to academics and higher degree by research students, both in-person and online
• support students to develop information and digital literacy skills by partnering with academics on the design of assessments, learning objects and teaching support
• support researchers in applying for competitive funding through the provision of research metrics reports and research impact advisory services

About you

• experience as an academic librarian or related experience within a public library, gallery, archive, museum or other cultural institution
• experience in designing, leading and evaluating teaching programs
• a proactive approach to working with internal and external stakeholders to build effective working relationships
• strong presentation and written communication skills
• excellent problem-solving skills, professional judgement and the ability to take initiative
• knowledge of the contemporary higher education and research landscape
• ability to balance competing agendas and demands in a complex environment

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all roles required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Riviera Son, Recruitment Operations by email to riviera.son@sydney.edu.au.

If you have any questions regarding this particular position, please contact Edward Luca - Associate Director, Academic Services at edward.luca@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Sunday 19 February 2023 11:59 PM