Assistant Librarian - Lead Library Ops & Research Services

Chu Hai College of Higher Education; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Chu Hai College of Higher Education in Hong Kong invites applications for an Assistant Librarian at Kong Mou Sum Library. The role oversees daily library operations, supports collection development, and manages bibliographic metadata, open access, and research services.

Strong English and Cantonese/Putonghua are essential. Qualifications include a Master’s in library science with 2+ years’ experience; familiarity with Alma, IRIMS, and academic libraries is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library and information science with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Hands-on experience with Alma modules is highly advantageous.
• Good knowledge of IRIMS (e.g., Pure) and Open Access management recommended.
• Experience in managing course readings and donations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily library operations and lead a team of staff for college services.
• Assist the Librarian in developing library services and policies.
• Coordinate collection development for print and electronic resources.
• Coordinate bibliographic metadata services and cataloguing activities.
• Oversee research support and scholarly communication services, including repositories.
• Attend counter duties for circulation, information, and reference services.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for college activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Policy development

Collection development

Bibliographic metadata

Open access management

Circulation services

Communication skills

English/Chinese bilingual

Education

Master’s degree in library and information science

2+ years post-qualification experience

Tools

Alma modules

IRIMS (Pure)

Open Access platforms

Job description

Chu Hai College of Higher Education in Hong Kong invites applications for an Assistant Librarian at Kong Mou Sum Library. The role oversees daily library operations, supports collection development, and manages bibliographic metadata, open access, and research services.

Strong English and Cantonese/Putonghua are essential. Qualifications include a Master’s in library science with 2+ years’ experience; familiarity with Alma, IRIMS, and academic libraries is preferred.