Academic Librarian & Information Specialist

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Liwa University Al Ain Campus is seeking a Librarian to assist the Library Manager and enhance services for students and staff. You will handle cataloging, circulation, reference, and program development with a focus on information literacy.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in library & information science and strong organizational, communicative, and time-management skills. You will collaborate across departments to maintain an up-to-date, welcoming library environment.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge in and be able to operate a Computer System.
• Planning and coordinating activities related to library operation.
• Library and organization skills necessary to order, receive and maintain materials for the library collections.

Responsibilities

• Assist the department manager in reviewing required materials for selection and acquisition, and to make recommendations for the selection of a wide range of book, periodical, and audio-visual materials.
• Lend learning resources to students and staff.
• Organize and maintain assigned collections.
• Make suggestions according to the College library policies on weeding, mending, and replacing materials.
• Assist in developing and presenting a wide range of library programming.
• Coordinate with the Manager of the Learning Resource Center and Senior Librarian in ensuring that the Library remains on the cutting edge of information technology.
• Distribute for acquisition publishers’ catalogs to maintain the standard and update the library resources.
• Monitor the quality of materials received from the commercial bindery.
• Prepare and process library materials for binding.
• Maintain non-print materials and equipment; assist in identifying and locating audio-visual materials for library users.
• Maintain stock, review space needs, and make recommendations for planning and execution of shifts.
• Provide reference and reader's advisory services, and instruct patrons in the use of library resources, including reference materials, catalogs, computers, and the interlibrary loan system.

Skills

Computer system operation

Planning & coordination

Library organization

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library & Information Science

Job description

Liwa University Al Ain Campus is seeking a Librarian to assist the Library Manager and enhance services for students and staff. You will handle cataloging, circulation, reference, and program development with a focus on information literacy.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in library & information science and strong organizational, communicative, and time-management skills. You will collaborate across departments to maintain an up-to-date, welcoming library environment.