Library Assistant, Faculty of Health Sciences

Aga Khan University; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Karachi is seeking a Library Assistant for the Faculty of Health Sciences. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science and have 1-2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include assisting library users, managing counter duties, and maintaining collections. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to service. This role requires attention to detail and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience preferably in a health science library.
• Knowledge of NLM, LC, AACR2, RDA, Dublin Core and other library standards.
• Willingness to work in rotations (shifts and weekends).

Responsibilities

• Manage counter duties for Periodical and Book Sections of the library.
• Assist library users in searching and retrieving resources.
• Shelve books and journals and maintain library collections.

Skills

Knowledge of health sciences literature/resources

Strong customer service attitude

Excellent computer skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Job description

Entity:Aga Khan University

Location:Karachi

Introduction to the Aga Khan University:

Aga Khan University (AKU), chartered in 1983 as Pakistan's first private international university, is committed to the provision of education, research and health care of international standard relevant to Pakistan and the region. The affiliated Aga Khan University Hospital has well-equipped investigative services and provides state-of-the-art clinical facilities.

The FHS Library supports the teaching, learning and research programmes of the University by selecting, acquiring and organizing relevant and up-to-date information resources and ensuring efficient and effective dissemination to all library users. It provides access to comprehensive and multi-disciplinary information resources in print and digital formats. This access is provided through innovative services and state-of-the-art systems. The library is part of WHO EMRO libraries network and is actively involved in various projects.

As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Library Assistant, Faculty of Health Sciences.

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for:

  
  

• counter duties - Periodical and Book Sections of the library

  
  

• providing first-hand guidance/assistance to library users in searching and retrieval of library resources

  
  

• directing complex queries, book fine issues, in-depth research, and reference queries to appropriate senior library staff

  
  

• shelving of books and journals

  
  

• scanning work as a part of digitization project or otherwise

  
  

• maintaining library collections (sorting, overseeing, shelving, shelf reading, etc.)

  
  

• generating daily fine reports and submitting to the relevant department

  
  

• any other task assigned by the supervisor.

  
  

Requirements:

You should have:

• bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field

  
  

• 1-2 years of experience preferably in a health science library

  
  

• good knowledge of health sciences literature/resources and literature searching

  
  

• excellent computer skills. Specific job assignments may require knowledge and/or experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and/or database software applications

  
  

• knowledge of NLM, LC, AACR2, RDA, Dublin Core and other library standards and schemas

  
  

• ability to work collaboratively as a team member and serve the public in an effective and courteous way

  
  

• commitment to service, continuous improvement, and innovation with a strong work ethic

  
  

• aptitude to learn new things, willingness to work hard and good interpersonal skills

  
  

• strong customer service attitude

  
  

• be willing to work in rotations (shifts and weekends)

  
  

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.