Learning & Research Librarian

Utas; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 92,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The University of Tasmania is seeking a Learning & Research Librarian to provide dedicated support to students and staff as the sole librarian at our Rozelle campus in Sydney. You will design and deliver innovative learning resources that build information literacy and support research excellence across a broad range of disciplines.

As the dedicated librarian, you will collaborate with Library and Cultural Collections to ensure inclusive services, engage with the university community, and

Qualifications

• A relevant degree with several years’ subsequent experience.
• Knowledge of scholarly resources and publishing practices across disciplines.
• Ability to create engaging and accessible learning experiences for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver information literacy programs and resources that align with University strategy and curriculum.
• Support effective use of scholarly information resources across the research lifecycle.
• Develop and promote open scholarship initiatives.
• Provide specialist support to a diverse university community.
• Build engagement with the university community through information support and collaboration with schools.

Skills

Information literacy

Learning design

User experience

Scholarly resources

Education

Relevant degree

Academic library experience

Job description

• Create and deliver learning experiences that build research, information and digital literacy skills.
• Work independently, take initiative, and enjoy building meaningful connections with students, staff and colleagues.
• Ongoing, Part time (0.6) role based in Rozelle, Sydney.

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.

About the opportunity

The University of Tasmania is looking for a Learning & Research Librarian to provide dedicated support to students and staff as the sole librarian at our Rozelle campus in Sydney.

As our new Learning and Research Librarian, you will help create an inclusive and engaging learning environment that empowers students, researchers and staff to succeed. You will design and deliver innovative learning resources and services that build information literacy, support research excellence, and reflect the diverse needs of our university community. Working collaboratively across Library and Cultural Collections, you will build strong partnerships to ensure support is accessible, relevant and available when and where it is needed.

In this role, you will work across a broad range of disciplines and scholarship levels, from pre‑degree students through to senior researchers. While your focus will typically span the wider University community, opportunities may arise to develop specialist expertise in particular disciplines or areas of learning and research support.

Our ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, takes initiative, and enjoys building meaningful connections with students, staff and colleagues. As the dedicated librarian at our Rozelle campus, you will play an important role in creating a visible and supportive local library presence for the services and functions of Library and Cultural Collections.

Success in this role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, resilience, a commitment to delivering high-quality on‑campus support, and the ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong connections with colleagues across the University.

What you’ll do

• Develop and deliver information literacy programs and resources that align with University strategy and curriculum, building students’ research and critical thinking skills.
• Support effective use of scholarly information resources across the research lifecycle to enable research excellence.
• Develop and promote open scholarship initiatives that improve equitable access to information.
• Provide specialist support to a diverse university community, ensuring services are inclusive and responsive to community needs.
• Build strong engagement with the university community through information support, consultation and collaboration with schools.

What we’re looking for

• A relevant degree with several years’ subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Knowledge of scholarly resources and publishing practices across disciplines.
• Ability to create engaging and accessible learning experiences that support student and research success.
• Understanding of user experience principles and their application to service improvement.
• Adaptability in using and recommending emerging technologies to support the academic journey.
• Experience working in an academic library.

Salary details

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

Position Description - 504487 - Learning & Research Librarian.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 29 November 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.