Assistant Librarian

UIT University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

UIT University invites applications for the position of Assistant Librarian. The incumbent will manage library operations, the MARC-based integrated library system, and the Circulation Counter, including issuing, receiving, renewing, and reserving materials.

The role requires a MLIS/BLIS or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in library management, cataloguing, and digital resources. The librarian will also coordinate with faculty, supervise the Reading Room, and assist in library

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (18 years) in Library and Information Science or BLIS or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in library management and digital resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee library operations and circulation, including physical and digital materials.
• Maintain and update the Library Management System and backups.
• Process new materials and enter data into library software.
• Ensure adherence to library rules and maintain a quiet, organized environment.
• Coordinate with faculty on course outlines and resources availability.
• Plan library activities and student engagement programs.
• Conduct stock-taking and report missing or damaged items.
• Assist audits with records and coordination with the audit team.
• Generate department circulation and statistics using Koha ILS.

Skills

MS Excel

KOHA-ILS

Caliber

Interpersonal skills

Customer-focused

Education

MLIS/BLIS

Tools

KOHA-ILS D-Space

Caliber

Turnitin

Job description

The UIT University (UITU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Librarian. The incumbent shall have following qualification and experience:

Responsible For

• To look after the Library operations;
• To manage the MARC-based integrated library system;
• To assume full responsibility for the Library Circulation Counter, including manual and computerized issuing, receiving, renewing, and reserving of library materials;
• To ensure maintenance of the Library Management System, including updating records and maintaining backups of library data;
• To process new materials, including books and audio-visual materials, and enter relevant data into library software;
• To ensure that students adhere to library rules and regulations and maintain a disciplined and conducive library environment;
• To locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, and audio-visual materials;
• To coordinate with faculty regarding course outlines and availability of recommended library resources;
• To plan and organize library activities, including the Library Creative Club, to encourage student engagement;
• To participate in library stock-taking and identify missing, misplaced, or damaged materials;
• To assist in library audits by providing required records and coordinating with the audit team;
• To generate department-wise circulation and statistical reports through Koha ILS;
• To maintain overdue and defaulter lists, issue reminders, recover outstanding materials, and update clearance records;
• To verify weekly loan transactions against Library Management System records;
• To organize, classify, and shelve library collections, including shelf reading, spine labeling, and updating bibliographic records;
• To supervise the Reading Room and maintain a quiet and organized environment;
• To maintain and update library membership records of students, faculty, and staff;
• To facilitate access to and distribution of digital resources, including e-books, PDFs, and research articles;
• To conduct plagiarism and similarity checks through Turnitin;
• To coordinate with library staff and academic departments for efficient library operations.

Specific Skills

• Able to work on MS Office including MS Excel;
• Must have knowledge of book shelving and other related tasks of the department;
• Must be proficient in KOHA-ILS D-Space and Caliber.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude

Qualification & Experience Requirements

Master’s degree (18 years) in Library and Information Science (MLIS) OR Bachelor’s degree (16 years) in Library and Information Science (BLIS), or equivalent qualification.

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in library management, cataloguing and classification, library operations, digital library systems, or information resource management, preferably in a university or higher educational institution.

Job Information

Status: Open Job type: Full Time Publish date: 06 Nov 2026 Expire in: 2 weeks