Research Librarian (Berkman), Replacement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Long term disability insurance

Basic life insurance

Supplementary health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee and family assistance program

Job summary

University of Ottawa Library invites applications for a Research Librarian (Berkman Library) replacement. The role, reporting to the Head of Research Support, involves managing a satellite library, delivering reference and information literacy services, and supporting research teams through instruction and collection development.

The position is a 12-month replacement beginning January 4, 2027, potentially renewable under the APUO collective agreement.

Qualifications

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least 2 years of professional library experience.
• High level knowledge of information technologies relevant to libraries.
• Knowledge of scholarly information, especially health sciences or medicine.
• Experience in planning, organization, and coordination of library services.
• Experience in teaching, collection development and reference.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate, exercise judgment, and work in a changing environment.
• Bilingual (English and French), able to teach in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Berkman Library and coordinate services for the UOHI.
• Provide in-depth reference and information literacy services.
• Develop and control the library collection to meet teaching and research needs.
• Plan and deliver instructional programs and workshops.
• Ensure efficient document delivery and interlibrary loan services.
• Support development and use of non-bibliographic information resources and analysis tools.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Information technology for libraries

Planning and coordination

Reference services

Education

MLIS (ALA-accredited)

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

• long term disability insurance, basic life insurance, supplementary health insurance and optional life insurance.
• The University of Ottawa offers a generous pay and benefits package that includes a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, group insurance coverage and an employee and family assistance program.

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]

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 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 (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.