Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies)

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Subject Librarian for Chinese and Korean Studies. This permanent, full-time role involves overseeing library collections, managing a team, and supporting research in the Social Sciences and Humanities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Chinese and Korean studies, along with library experience.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of Chinese, including classical Chinese.
• Working knowledge of Korean.
• Practical experience in library work within an academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop electronic and print collections.
• Manage online research guides.
• Liaise with faculty and students.

Skills

Knowledge of Chinese (written and spoken)

Knowledge of Korean

Library work experience

Education

Professional library qualification

Job description

Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies), Oxford

Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

KB Chen China Centre Library, Dickson Poon Building, Canterbury Road, OX2 6LU, and Bodleian Japanese Library, Nissan Institute Building, 27 Winchester Road, Oxford OX2 6NA, along with other Bodleian Humanities Libraries as needed.

About the role

The East Asia Section of the Bodleian Libraries offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated, and creative individual to serve as the Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies). The role supports world-class research and teaching in Chinese and Korean Studies within the Social Sciences and Humanities. Responsibilities include developing electronic and print collections, managing online research guides, liaising with faculty and students, promoting information and digital literacies, and managing collections. You will oversee the KB Chen China Centre Library, line-manage a small team, and contribute to the strategic development of services and collections in the East Asia Section. This is a permanent, full-time position, working 37.5 hours weekly, with no remote work permitted.

About You

You should possess excellent knowledge of Chinese (written and spoken), including classical Chinese, a working knowledge of Korean, and experience with print and electronic resources relevant to Chinese and Korean academic studies. Practical experience in library work within an academic environment is essential. An understanding of researcher and student information needs, scholarly communication patterns, and a professional library qualification is desirable.

What We Offer

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days of annual leave
• Comprehensive childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

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