Assistant Librarian - Psychology [Temporary Cover] (Part Time)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave 36 days

Parental leave

Retail discounts

Training programs

Job summary

University of Cambridge seeks an Assistant Librarian (PBST) to lead engagement for the Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Tripos and Biological Sciences Libraries. This role combines library management, webmastering, and academic liaison to support teaching, learning, and research priorities.

You will design training, deliver library services, and manage the Department's web presence, contributing to a collaborative team culture within SBS Libraries.

Qualifications

• Experienced library professional with strong stakeholder relationships.
• Experience delivering teaching, training, or learning support both online and in-person.
• Knowledge of academic information resources and STEM collections.
• Proven ability to manage departmental web presence and digital resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead on department engagement for PBST and SBS Libraries Team.
• Deliver library services across Biological Science Libraries.
• Lead on managing and maintaining Department websites and digital resources.
• Design and deliver training sessions with staff and colleagues.
• Provide academic liaison with the Department of Psychology.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Teaching/training

Web presence management

Customer service

Collaborative work

Education

Librarian qualification or information science degree

Tools

Library databases

Web content management systems

CMS tools

Job description

Ever wanted to work in an institution that is home to one of the world's great collections of cultural treasures and research materials?Spanning thousands of years of human thought and discovery, Cambridge University Libraries and Archives house unique treasures and research materials made up of nearly ten million books, maps, manuscripts, photographs and priceless objects.We are seeking a collaborative and proactive Assistant Librarian to join the Biological Sciences Libraries Team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in managing and developing the Department's web presence while supporting its teaching, learning, and research activities.The roleWe are seeking an experienced and proactive library professional to lead departmental engagement for the Psychological and Behavioural Sciences Tripos (PBST). This varied role encompasses library management, webmastering, collection development, and academic liaison activities, supporting the Department of Psychology's teaching, learning, and research priorities.The role is fixed term until March of 2028 and part time - FTE 0.5 which equates to 18.25 hours per week.Candidates internal to the University are welcome to apply on the basis of a secondment.As Assistant Librarian (PBST) you willDesign and deliver training sessions in partnership with staff and colleagues across SBS and SBS Libraries Team.Deliver library services across Biological Science Libraries.Lead on Academic liaison with the designated Department.Lead on the management, development and maintenance of both the Department of Psychology and Biological Sciences Libraries websites.Contribute to shared team goals through collaboration a supportive team culture.What we are looking forProven ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with stakeholders.Experience delivering teaching, training, or learning support both online and in-person.Knowledge of academic information resources and databases, with experience in developing user-focused STEM library collections and services.An innovative problem-solver with a proven ability to work collaboratively and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.Proven ability to manage and enhance departmental web presence, including websites, digital resources, and online information platforms.What we offerFlexible working arrangements are available upon discussion. Hybrid working and flexible hours are limited due to the operational requirements of the role. If needed, please contact us to discuss.Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days - depending on days worked across the week.Exceptional parental leave (including maternity, paternity / co-parent, adoption and shared parental leave).Discounts on major retailers.Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and access to a variety of training courses.We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.For informal enquiries please contact: - Funmike Ifie, Biological Sciences Librarian Tel: [phone] Email: [e-mail] closing date: Sunday 25 October 2026. Interview date: Monday 16 November 2026For further details please refer to the Further Particulars.Please quote reference WT51368 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Apply online