Research Librarian (Berkman), Replacement

uottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including disability/

Job summary

The University of Ottawa Library is seeking a Research Librarian for the Berkman Library (replacement). The successful candidate will manage the Berkman Library, provide in-depth reference services, and support information literacy for researchers and students.

Collaboration with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute is essential, with a focus on innovative service delivery. Required qualifications include an MLIS from an ALA-accredited program, at least 2 years of professional experience,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least 2 years of professional experience, preferably in health sciences or medicine.
• Strong knowledge of information technologies relevant to libraries.
• Experience with teaching, collection development and reference services.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate, adapt, and work in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth reference services for individuals and research teams.
• Coordinate and promote Berkman Library services to UOHI.
• Develop and manage the library collection to meet teaching and research needs.
• Plan and deliver instructional programs and workshops.
• Ensure effective document delivery and inter-library loan services.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Reference services

Information literacy

Teaching

Collaboration

Planning and coordination

Education

MLIS from ALA-accredited program

Tools

Library information systems

Job description

Posting Reason: Temporary replacement of a regular position

Job Family: Library and Archives

Union affiliation: APUO

Faculty/Department: Research Support

Campus: University of Ottawa Heart Institute

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/09/01

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/09/27

University of Ottawa Library Research librarian for the Berkman Library (Replacement)

The University of Ottawa Library is looking for an innovative, motivated and service-oriented individual to fill the position of Research librarian for the Berkman Library (Replacement). The ideal candidate is a creative and adaptable person who works well with colleagues in a stimulating and changing environment.

Environment

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the country's top research universities and the largest bilingual (French and English) university in the world. Located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada's Capital.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head, Research Support (HMSTEM) and in close collaboration with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI), the incumbent manages the Berkman Library, a satellite library of the University of Ottawa; coordinates and promotes the services that are offered to the UOHI; is responsible for the provision of effective reference and information literacy services; and ensures the development and the control of a collection to meet the teaching and research needs of users.

The main functions of this position include the provision of in-depth reference services for individuals as well as research project liaison and support for research teams; the planning and delivery of instructional programs and workshops; ensuring that effective document delivery and inter-library loan services are provided; and the development of the collection including non-bibliographic information resources and analysis tools.

The main objectives of this position are to develop and deliver library services to ensure the optimal use of the information resources of the library and to ensure the effective management of human, financial, and documentation resources to respond effectively to the information needs of the UOHI.

Term

This is an opportunity for a new 12-month replacement Librarian appointment beginning on January 4, 2027. The appointment may be renewable in accordance with the provisions of the APUO collective agreement.

Note: If librarians currently employed at the University of Ottawa are interested in this position, the possibility of an interim appointment would be available.

Salary

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected hiring range for this position would normally be Rank I (salary starting at $73,098) or II (salary starting at $86,623) (As of May 1, 2025).

Benefits

The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability insurance, basic life insurance, supplementary health insurance and optional life insurance.

Workplace

Library, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact person

Talia Chung, University Librarian and Dean of Libraries, The University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5. [e-mail] (Please indicate the position).

Required skills

• Education : A Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) from an institution that has been accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent.
• Professional experience: At least 2 years of professional experience, or fewer if the experience is particularly pertinent to the position; University degree, preferably from within the disciplines of health sciences or medicine.
• High level of knowledge and experience of information technologies relevant to libraries.
• Knowledge of scholarly information in general with an emphasis on health sciences or medicine, acquired through studies or professional experience.
• Experience in planning, organization, and coordination of library services.
• Pertinent knowledge of and experience in the areas of teaching, collection development and reference.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate collaboration, judgment, and the capacity to work in a changing environment.
• Bilingual (English and French), spoken and written, including the ability to teach in both official languages.

The University of Ottawa Library would like to thank in advance, those who have submitted a job application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted for the next stage.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racial