Collection Development and Acquisition Librarian

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A top research university in Miami is seeking a Collection Development and Acquisition Librarian to lead collection initiatives and manage acquisitions within the Medical Library. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science and have a strong background in collection management and vendor relations. This full-time role focuses on supporting the academic mission of the university and improving library resources through collaboration and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Five years of experience in an academic library focusing on collection development.
• Three years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the library's collection development and acquisitions.
• Analyze collection growth and usage statistics.
• Oversee procurement and contract processes.

Skills

Leadership ability

Vendor relations management

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication of licensing issues

Education

Master's degree in Library/Information Science

Tools

ALMA library management system

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Information

Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is a national leader in integrating community-based medical education and clinical care. We are dedicated to training socially accountable physicians, scientists, and health professionals committed to serving the community. The College of Medicine is also an academic and clinical affiliate of Baptist Health and Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Position: Collection Development and Acquisition Librarian (CDAL)

This is a full‑time, non‑tenure track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Librarian or Librarian.

The CDAL provides strategic leadership in building and sustaining the library's collections, managing the resource budget, and overseeing the selection, acquisition and curation of materials and metadata. This position oversees all aspects of collection development and acquisition for the Medical Library, collaborating with library administration to effectively allocate and manage collection funds. The role involves analyzing collection growth, usage statistics, and subscription costs to make strategic budget decisions and provide data for internal and external reporting. The CDAL manages procurement and contract processes, coordinates with campus partners on shared resources and payments, and ensures accurate metadata for effective resource discovery.

The CDAL assesses the strength of existing resources to support academic program reviews and new proposals while working directly with vendors and consortia to identify products, arrange trials, and negotiate licenses. By providing evidence‑based collection assessment, this position ensures that all acquired collections align with the teaching and research mission of the university and the specific needs of the medical community.

The position involves collaborating with other medical libraries and consortia to explore cooperative management opportunities and develop shared collections where feasible. The successful candidate will engage with HWCOM stakeholders to gauge specific resource needs and increase awareness of the library's available collections and services. The CDAL actively participates in library and university committees, and contributes to ongoing innovation and service improvements. This position supervises and mentors assigned staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an American Library Association‑accredited institution.


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an academic library, which includes experience in collection development, acquisitions, or equivalent.


• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.


• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Librarian or higher.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience setting priorities and establishing long‑term plans for collections and resources.


• Experience managing vendor relations, license negotiations, and online resource management.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, clinicians, researchers, and leadership and communicate complex collection and licensing issues clearly to stakeholders.


• Proficiency with the ALMA library management system and metadata standards is strongly desired.


• Strong analytical skills and academic health sciences, medical school, or research‑intensive academic library experience is preferred.

Job Category

Faculty

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check

How To Apply – Prospective Employees

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e‑mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you can track your applicant status in My Applications.

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply – Current Employees

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you can track your applicant status in My Applications.

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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Notice of Non‑Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

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