Librarian/Assistant Manager (Curation & Research) - Dept of Academic Quality & Resources

SPO Singapore Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Polytechnic is seeking a proactive librarian to join the Department of Academic Quality & Resources. You will collaborate with academic schools to embed library resources into teaching and research, and help shape information literacy and lifelong learning programs.

The role involves conducting environmental scans, synthesising insights, leading cross-functional projects, mentoring colleagues and delivering services that support student success and institutional priorities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in any discipline.
• Experience in education, research, library and information services, knowledge management, consultancy, learning design, industry practice, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, initiatives or teams.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in situations where requirements, pathways and outcomes may not be clearly defined.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and helping stakeholders make informed decisions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted partnerships and influence outcomes.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Passion for learning, discovery and continuous improvement.
• Curiosity and willingness to explore new ideas, approaches and emerging trends.
• Collaborative and service-oriented mindset with a commitment to helping others succeed.
• Ability to mentor, guide and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Partner academic schools and departments to embed library resources into learning and teaching activities, while supporting curriculum innovation and research initiatives.
• Conduct research, environmental scanning and knowledge synthesis to support academic and organisational decision-making.
• Curate and communicate insights from diverse information sources to support stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver programmes that build information literacy, digital competencies and lifelong learning capabilities.
• Lead projects and initiatives that strengthen the Library's contribution to student success and institutional priorities.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous learning and service excellence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with academic schools, departments and stakeholders as a key Library liaison.
• Engage stakeholders to identify opportunities to integrate library resources, research support and information expertise into teaching, learning and academic outcomes.
• Conduct environmental scanning, literature reviews, benchmarking studies and trend analyses to inform decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Curate, synthesise and communicate complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support curriculum review, educational innovation and academic projects through research and evidence-based approaches.
• Design and facilititate workshops, consultations and learning activities for staff and students.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and institutional initiatives.
• Mentor and support colleagues through coaching, knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Develop and improve services in response to changing user needs and emerging developments.
• Perform officer-in-charge and operational duties during term time, including handling complex enquiries and supporting library operations.
• Collaborate with partners within and beyond SP to develop innovative services and programmes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Tertiary qualifications in any discipline

Job description

[What the role is] Plaque of Commendation (Gold) – NTUC May Day Awards 2026 Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award – Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Awards 2025 The Straits Times Singapore’s Best Employers for 2024, 2025 & 2026 As Singapore's first polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) prides ourselves in providing the best learning experience for our students in pre-employment and continuing adult education. The mission of SP is as a polytechnic for all ages, we prepare our learners to be life ready, work ready, and world ready for the transformation of Singapore. Our vision is to be a caring community of inspired learners committed to serving with mastery.

[What you will be working on] As part of the Department of Academic Quality & Resources (AQR), the Library works closely with academic schools and institutional partners to identify emerging trends, develop innovative services, and provide insights that support educational excellence and organisational priorities.

What the role is In this role, you will report to the Manager of the Curation & Research Section and work with a team to:

• Partner academic schools and departments to embed library resources into learning and teaching activities, while supporting curriculum innovation and research initiatives.
• Conduct research, environmental scanning and knowledge synthesis to support academic and organisational decision-making.
• Curate and communicate insights from diverse information sources to support stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver programmes that build information literacy, digital competencies and lifelong learning capabilities.
• Lead projects and initiatives that strengthen the Library's contribution to student success and institutional priorities.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous learning and service excellence.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with academic schools, departments and stakeholders as a key Library liaison.
• Engage stakeholders to identify opportunities to integrate library resources, research support and information expertise into teaching, learning and academic outcomes.
• Conduct environmental scanning, literature reviews, benchmarking studies and trend analyses to inform decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Curate, synthesise and communicate complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support curriculum review, educational innovation and academic projects through research and evidence-based approaches.
• Design and faciliti e workshops, consultations and learning activities for staff and students.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and institutional initiatives.
• Mentor and support colleagues through coaching, knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Develop and improve services in response to changing user needs and emerging developments.
• Perform officer-in-charge and operational duties during term time, including handling complex enquiries and supporting library operations.
• Collaborate with partners within and beyond SP to develop innovative services and programmes.

What we are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in any discipline.
• Relevant experience in education, research, library and information services, knowledge management, consultancy, learning design, industry practice, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, initiatives or teams.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in situations where requirements, pathways and outcomes may not be clearly defined.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and helping stakeholders make informed decisions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted partnerships and influence outcomes.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Passion for learning, discovery and continuous improvement.
• Curiosity and willingness to explore new ideas, approaches and emerging trends.
• Collaborative and service-oriented mindset with a commitment to helping others succeed.
• Ability to mentor, guide and develop team members.

Additional advantages

• Candidates with academic qualifications, professional experience or demonstrated expertise in one or more disciplines aligned with Singapore Polytechnic's academic schools will have an advantage. These may include, but are not limited to:
• Engineering
• Computing and Data
• Business and Entrepreneurship Design
• Media and Communication
• Life Sciences and Chemical Sciences
• Built Environment and Sustainability
• Social Sciences and Education

Who will thrive in this role

We are looking for an intellectually curious and collaborative individual who enjoys learning, building partnerships and solving complex problems.

The successful candidate should be comfortable navigating ambiguity, shaping decisions with evidence and insight, and leading initiatives that create meaningful impact for teaching, learning and student success.