UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO LIBRARY- TE PĀTAKA MĀTAURAKA O ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA
About our team – Mō te tīma
The University of Otago Library is an essential partner in the University’s educational, research and student success priorities. We cultivate an environment that promotes respect, integrity, curiosity, and community. Within the University, the library is a catalyst for student success, research, creativity, and transformation. With nine libraries across four University sites, the library offers flexible, service and technology-rich environments for our users’ research and learning needs. We are proud of the important role we play in the student and academic experience at Otago.
The role – Te mahi
We have an exciting opportunity for a library/information professional to join the University of Otago Library, based in Dunedin. Reporting to a Library Divisional Manager, the Subject Librarian provides in-depth assistance and support to the University community across teaching, learning and research.
In this role, you will contribute to the development, evaluation and improvement of library services based on the needs of academic departments and programmes. This includes working closely with supervisors and research students to build an understanding of current and future learning, teaching and research needs. You will participate in innovative strategies to improve library services and support learning opportunities.
We’re looking for someone who’s enthusiastic, curious and innovative, who thrives on using their sound knowledge of library or archival systems and standards.
Your skills and experience – Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
You will have relevant qualifications and experience in librarianship and experience in supporting information skills programs. A strong understanding of scholarly communication and open scholarship is desirable.
You will:
- have highly developed interpersonal communication skills
- have a professional, service-oriented approach, engaging with students and staff to deliver quality information services
- thrive working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment and always exercise sound judgement
- be a natural problem solver, technology-savvy, a master at time management and able to meet competing priorities.
Further details – Pūroko
This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) role working within the Information Services unit based in Dunedin.
The appointment range is $73,073 to $77,780 per annum. Top of range is $85,749.
The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.
Application – Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2500468 will close on Sunday, 30 March 2025.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
To see a full job description and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobs
Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.
E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.