Assistant Librarian (Open Access)

Location
Docklands Campus

Salary
£35,453 to £38,827 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type
Full Time

Post Type
Permanent

Closing Date
Tuesday 07 July 2026

Interview Date
Friday 17 July 2026

Reference
037S2026

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

The University of East London (UEL) Library, Archives, and Learning Services is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Librarian to join our Scholarly Communications team. In this role, you’ll work closely with our Scholarly Communications Manager, playing a key part in delivering Open Access services that provide crucial support and guidance to our research community.

Library, Archives and Learning Services (LALS) at UEL is a diverse, customer-focused service committed to helping our stakeholders flourish through the power of knowledge. With two campus libraries providing a range of study spaces, a wealth of online resources and broad range of services our vision is to empower our users to seize tomorrow’s opportunities and achieve boundless success in employment and in life.

We are committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience, continuously improving our services through feedback and sector insight, and fostering a culture where equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.

About the Job

As a member of the Scholarly Communications team, you will be responsible for administering UEL’s Research Repository for research outputs, ensuring compliance with deadlines, copyright, and publisher requirements. You will provide training and assistance on Open Access, support adherence to UEL’s open access policy, external policies, and contribute to preparations for REF2029.

Additionally, you will:

• Promote the repository service to the University community by working with the Scholarly Communications Manager, Academic Services Librarians, and the Research Excellence team to raise awareness of open access requirements across UEL.
• Assist in the development of repository functionality, including contributing to the enhancement of the wider Research Management System.
• Handle administration and record-keeping related to Transformative Agreements, Article Processing Charges, such as processing funding requests and generating regular usage reports.

About You

You will be able to demonstrate your understanding of Open Access principles and possess an awareness of the broader scholarly publishing environment. We are looking for someone who can work both independently and collaboratively within a team, taking initiative in your own work while recognising when to consult with colleagues. A strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service is essential, and you should be adept at using your presentation, advocacy, and digital skills to support a diverse community. Additionally, you will be expected to build your knowledge of open research and stay current with evolving policies.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in scholarly communications, library and information services, archives, records management, or other relevant fields.

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits.

You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.

We're also a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000  x 4600 or e-mail [email protected]

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive