College Librarian

jobs24.co.uk; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic institution is looking for a dedicated College Librarian to share responsibilities in managing a vibrant library. This role involves overseeing a modern lending library and rare collections, ensuring the library meets the diverse needs of students and engages with a wide community of alumni and researchers. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, professional library qualifications, and extensive experience in library management. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the intellectual life of a prestigious college while leading a committed team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced librarian with a strong academic background and professional qualifications.
• Proficient in library systems and managing collections, especially manuscripts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and smooth running of the college library and archives.
• Lead a team to ensure the library meets the needs of students and researchers.

Skills

Library management

Team leadership

Budget management

Knowledge of library systems

Understanding of electronic resources

Initiative and enthusiasm

Education

Good undergraduate honours degree

Professional library qualifications

Tools

Cataloguing software

Library IT systems

Job description

MAGDALEN COLLEGE

Position: College Librarian

Reference Number: LI25001

Location: Oxford

Salary: GRADE 8, £18,694 - £24,363 per annum (£46,735 to £60,907 FTE), plus Oxford university Weighting £600 per annum (£1,500 FTE)

Magdalen College is seeking an experienced and energetic College Librarian to work 2 days per week in a job share with the current Librarian.

Magdalen is one of the largest colleges in Oxford with a strong academic profile. The appointee will take shared responsibility for a library that is central to the College’s academic life. The College Librarian is responsible for the development, efficient organisation, smooth running, and security of the libraries and archives. The appointee will oversee the College’s modern lending library, its rare book and manuscript collections, and its rich archives, leading a committed team of staff. They will aim to run a responsive and friendly library that meets the needs of the College’s students, projects the College’s lively intellectual atmosphere, and engages with alumni and researchers at national and international levels.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Good undergraduate honours degree.
2. Professional library qualifications.
3. Extensive library experience, preferably in an academic library, with experience working with collections of manuscripts and early printed books.
4. Very good experience and knowledge of library systems, especially IT systems, cataloguing software, acquisitions, circulation, and serials.
5. Good understanding of electronic information resources and digital media.
6. Ability to lead and manage a small team and manage budgets.
7. Readiness to contribute to and enjoy the wider intellectual and social life of Magdalen.
8. Initiative, energy, and enthusiasm.

For further details, please visit our website.

Magdalen College is an equal opportunities employer.

Application deadline: noon, 17 February 2025.