Senior Librarian, Library (Learning Services)

Reporting to the University Librarian, this position is responsible for providing services related to User Education and Research Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, conduct and promote customised information and digital literacy (IDL) programmes for SIT programmes.  
• Assist in the development of the Library Services.
• Provide information services to meet the needs of the SIT Community including developing and aligning IDL competencies with SIT Student Competency Framework
• Use appropriate performance measurement and assessment methods to continually monitor and enhance the service and IDL delivery.
• Create learning and information tools using various platforms such as LibGuides, videos, blogs, social media, iSpring, etc.
• Build a collection of resources and tools relevant to the University’s growing teaching and learning needs.
• Serve as the Library’s liaison to the faculty and student groups.
• Communicate and promote Library resources and services to the SIT community through regular communication and events.  
• Provide support and expertise to faculty, students, and researchers engaged in research data management planning, data acquisition, data sharing, and long-term data preservation and stewardship.
• Participate in Library projects and events.

Job Requirements

• A recognised postgraduate professional qualification in Library/Information Studies.
• At least 5-8 years of professional working experience in an academic library environment, especially working with information literacy programme design and delivery.  
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in instructional pedagogy, instructional design, and multimedia production.
• Knowledge of the research lifecycle, processes and issues in the higher education research environment; and the ability to assist with research training, research quality and impact.  
• Experience in providing research support services including the creation of an online presence for research profiles and social media.
• Knowledge and experience using multidisciplinary research databases.
• Knowledge of bibliographic management software such as Endnote and Mendeley.
• Experience with e-Learning projects.
• Ability to use technology effectively to enhance information and digital literacy instructions.
• Strong IT and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Resourceful, self-motivated and service oriented.
• Ability to work as a team with strong organizational and people management skills.