Learning & Research Librarian

University of Tasmania; City of Hobart; Presencial; AUD 92.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

12-month fixed-term

17% superannuation

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Tasmania invites applications for a Learning and Research Librarian, based in Hobart or Launceston. You will design and deliver information literacy resources and services to support students, staff and researchers across disciplines.

You will collaborate with academic and research communities to advance open scholarship and ensure equitable access to information, guided by user-centred design and evolving technologies.

Formación

• Experience with scholarly sources and publishing practices across disciplines.
• Ability to create engaging, accessible learning experiences for students and researchers.
• Understanding of user experience principles to evolve programs.
• Adaptability with emerging technologies for service delivery.
• Academic library experience.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and deliver integrated, strategy-aligned and curricula-aligned information literacy initiatives and resources which scaffold development of students’ critical thinking skills.
• Guide effective use of specialised literature sources throughout the research lifecycle to underpin research excellence.
• Develop and advocate open scholarship initiatives which ensure equitable access to information.
• Provide specialised support to a diverse university community, ensuring that the community-specific needs are considered, respected, and included in all library services.

Conocimientos

Scholarly sources

Learning design

User experience

Emerging tech

Educación

Academic library experience

Descripción del empleo

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Deliver engaging learning resources and information services that support diverse learners, cultures and research needs across the University.
• Build strong partnerships with academic and research communities to provide tailored support across a broad range of disciplines and scholarship levels.
• Full time, Fixed-Term (12 months) position located in Hobart or Launceston

About the opportunity

The Library and Cultural Collections team provides an inclusive and collaborative environment where diverse knowledge systems support learning, teaching and research. Learning and Research Librarians design and deliver resources, services and learning support that enhance information literacy and meet the needs of students, staff and researchers across a broad range of disciplines and scholarship levels, from pre-degree learners to senior researchers. Guided by a strong client focus, the role builds partnerships to ensure support is accessible when and where it is needed, while also developing specialised expertise in particular disciplines or cohorts as required.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and deliver integrated, strategy-aligned and curricula-aligned information literacy initiatives and resources which scaffold development of students’ critical thinking skills.
• Guide effective use of specialised literature sources throughout the research lifecycle, to underpin research excellence.
• Develop and advocate open scholarship initiatives which ensure equitable access to information.
• Provide specialised support to a diverse university community, ensuring that the community-specific needs are considered, respected, and included in all library services.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience with scholarly sources and publishing practices across a wide range of disciplines and ability to explain and recommend the relevance of these for different levels of scholarship.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging, respectful and accessible learning experiences for student and research success informed by relevant pedagogy, standards and frameworks.
• Understanding of ‘user experience’ principles, and skills to apply these to ensure programs and initiatives evolve to meet changing client needs.
• Demonstrated adaptability in using emerging technologies applicable across business practices and for service delivery.
• Academic library experience.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.

Applications close Sunday, 18 October 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.