Senior Assistant Manager/Manager, Library [LKCMedicine]

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) invites applications for a Librarian to lead and deliver an information literacy program spanning in-person and online formats. You will guide students, faculty, and researchers in advanced search strategies, literature reviews, and scholarly communication.

You will collaborate with faculty to embed literacy into curricula, develop tutorials, manage collections, and promote open access.

Qualifications

• A good bachelor’s degree plus a master’s degree in Library or Information Science or LAS-recognized postgraduate qualification.
• At least 5 years work experience in a tertiary/research/medical library.
• Good communication skills (writing and speaking).
• Strong independent learning ability and lifelong learning mindset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness to embrace changes in technology and environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to users and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and deliver a comprehensive information literacy program through in-person and online instruction, workshops, and consultations.
• Provide expert guidance and training on advanced search strategies, literature reviews, the research process, reference management tools, and academic writing.
• Collaborate with faculty to embed information literacy into the curriculum, including Team-Based Learning (TBL).
• Develop, manage, and promote the library's collections—books, journals, and electronic databases.
• Create and disseminate instructional and support materials, such as online tutorials and guides, to promote academic integrity and self-paced learning.
• Manage services related to scholarly communication, including author rights, open access, and research impact.
• Lead an effective search service to support faculty and researchers in their research and publishing.
• Monitor trends, user feedback, and policies to improve library operations and services.
• Assist in daily library operations, supervise staff, and contribute to admin tasks.
• Undertake additional responsibilities and lead projects or service improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent learning

Organizational skills

Technology adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Lifelong learning

Education

Master's degree in Library or Information Science

Bachelor's degree in Library or Information Science

Job description

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) trains doctors who put patients at the centre of their exemplary care. The School, which offers both undergraduate and graduate programmes, is named after local philanthropist Tan Sri Dato Lee Kong Chian. Established in 2010 by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, in partnership with Imperial College London, LKCMedicine aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School’s primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare recognised for the quality of its medical expertise, facilities and teaching. The School is transitioning to an NTU medical school ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. In August 2024, we welcomed our first intake of the NTU MBBS programme, that has been recently enhanced to include themes like precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities. Graduates from the five-year undergraduate medical degree programme will have a strong understanding of the scientific basis of medicine, with an emphasis on technology, data science and the humanities. This role will manage the strategic development and delivery of an effective and engaging information literacy program that supports the institution's learning, teaching, and research activities. This role will enable students, faculty, and researchers to confidently gather, manage, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information and data. Additionally, the Librarian will lead professional services and initiatives that support the full research lifecycle—from planning and discovery to publication, impact, and archiving—to promote the scholarly output of the community.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and deliver a comprehensive information literacy program through in-person and online instruction, workshops, and consultations.
• Provide expert guidance and training on advanced search strategies, literature reviews, the research process, reference management tools, and academic writing.
• Collaborate with faculty to strategically embed information literacy into the curriculum, providing instructional support for various teaching methods, including Team-Based Learning (TBL).
• Develop, manage, and promote the library's collections—including books, journals, and electronic databases to ensure they are relevant and critical for user needs.
• Create and disseminate a wide range of instructional and support materials, such as online tutorials, learning activities, interactive tools, and print guides, to promote academic integrity and self-paced learning.
• Manage and promote services and resources related to scholarly communication, including author rights, open access, and research impact.
• Lead an effective search service to support faculty and researchers in their advanced research and publishing endeavors.
• Continuously monitor trends, user feedback, and institutional policies to ensure the ongoing improvement and innovation of library operations and services.
• Assist in managing the daily operations of the library, which may include supervising support staff and contributing to administrative tasks.
• Undertake additional responsibilities and lead assigned projects or service improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• A good bachelor’s degree plus a master’s degree in Library or Information Science or equivalent postgraduate qualification recognized by the Library Association of Singapore (LAS)
• At least 5 years work experience in a tertiary/research/medical library
• Good communication skills (writing and speaking)
• Good independent learning skills with a strong desire for continual life-long learning
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Embraces changes in technology and environment
• Good inter-personal skills and able to relate well to users and colleagues

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

LKC A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive