Liaison Librarian (Maternity Cover)

University of Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Liaison Librarian to provide tailored academic support and foster partnerships with academic areas. This fixed-term role focuses on enhancing academic skills and contributing to the KnowHow skills program. Ideal candidates will be qualified or have substantial experience in library services and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge in the development and delivery of academic skills support.
• Experience in fostering strong partnerships with academic areas.
• Ability to engage and collaborate with a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Support LMGs strategic aims by delivering tailored academic support.
• Contribute to the KnowHow skills program.

Skills

Academic skills support

Information and digital literacy

Interpersonal skills

Credible communication

Education

Qualified librarian or relevant experience

Job description

Overview

With renowned collections, expert staff, and a strong reputation for research and student support, our Libraries, Museums and Galleries (LMG) are central to the University of Liverpool experience. We are committed to supporting our academic community by providing inclusive and impactful library and information services that enhance teaching, learning, and research excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Liaison Librarian to join our Learning Development and Academic Liaison Team on a fixed-term basis. Working with colleagues across the service you will support LMGs strategic aims by delivering tailored academic support, fostering strong partnerships with academic areas, and contributing to our KnowHow skills program.

You will be a qualified librarian or have substantial relevant experience. You will have demonstrable knowledge of development and delivery of academic skills, information and digital literacy support. With excellent interpersonal skills, you will be a credible and confident communicator able to engage and collaborate with a wide range of people.

Please note this post is fixed term due to maternity leave, available for 9 months in the first instance.

Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing Monday 6 October 2025, subject to change.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.