Strategic Acquisitions & Resource Librarian

Global Studies University; Sharjah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Housing allowance

Transportation allowance

Children's school fee allowance

Job summary

Global Studies University is seeking an Acquisitions and Resource Management Librarian to manage the acquisition and organization of library resources. This full-time position requires expertise in library operations and a Master's degree in Library and Information Science.

Located in Sharjah, UAE, candidates should possess strong problem-solving, communication, and multitasking skills, along with the ability to provide training to staff and patrons. The role contributes significantly to the curricular needs of the university.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or postgraduate equivalent recognized by a professional Library Association.
• A minimum of three years of experience in academic libraries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate acquisition, organization, and accessibility of library resources.
• Manage vendor relationships and material selection.
• Support technical troubleshooting for subscriptions and access.

Skills

Knowledge of library operations

Strong problem-solving skills

Effective multitasking skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to initiate and complete projects independently

Bilingual in English and Arabic

Education

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

Automated acquisition systems

Web applications for resource management

Job description

Global Studies University is seeking an Acquisitions and Resource Management Librarian to manage the acquisition and organization of library resources. This full-time position requires expertise in library operations and a Master's degree in Library and Information Science.

Located in Sharjah, UAE, candidates should possess strong problem-solving, communication, and multitasking skills, along with the ability to provide training to staff and patrons. The role contributes significantly to the curricular needs of the university.