Library Assistant

Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramaiah Medical College invites applications for the position of Library Assistant. The candidate will handle circulation, cataloging, and maintenance of books, journals, and digital resources.

They will assist users with physical and electronic medical resources and support research activities. The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Library and Information Science, with 1–2 years of library experience and familiarity with library automation software, MS Office, databases, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Library and Information Science.
• 1–2 years of relevant library experience.
• Knowledge of library automation software and digital resources.

Responsibilities

• Circulation & Collection Management: manage check-ins/outs, catalogue new arrivals, maintain collections.
• User Support & Research Services: assist users with physical and electronic resources.
• Daily Operations: support administrative tasks and maintain a user-friendly library environment.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Library and Information Science

B.L.I.Sc./M.L.I.Sc.

Tools

Library automation software

MS Office

Database handling

Digital repository handling

Barcoding/RFID systems

Troubleshooting library systems

Job description

Ramaiah Medical College is inviting applications for the position of Library Assistant.

Job Position: Library Assistant

Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Library and Information Science

• B.L.I.Sc. / M.L.I.Sc.
• Or equivalent qualification from a recognised university.

Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience in a recognised school, college, or university library.

Skills Required:

• Familiarity with library automation software and digital library management
• Basic computer literacy, including:
• MS Office
• Database handling
• Knowledge of digital repository handling
• Knowledge of barcoding/RFID systems
• Basic troubleshooting for library computer systems

Key Responsibilities:

Circulation & Collection Management

• Manage book circulation, check-ins and check-outs.
• Catalogue new arrivals.
• Maintain books, journals and digital databases.

User Support & Research Services

• Assist users in navigating physical and electronic medical resources.
• Facilitate access to reference materials for academic and research activities.

Daily Operations

• Support general administrative tasks.
• Maintain an organised and user-friendly library environment.