Discovery Librarian: UX-Driven Library Search Lead

University of California Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 76,631 - 92,345; Full time

Job summary

A leading public research university is seeking a Discovery Librarian to enhance the accessibility and user experience of library services. The ideal candidate will manage discovery services and collaborate with stakeholders to improve user access to resources. Required qualifications include an advanced degree and relevant experience in academic libraries. This full-time position offers a salary range of $76,631-$92,345.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required at the time of application.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in an academic research library is preferred.
• Experience with usability and/or user experience testing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the Library for user access and support.
• Conduct usability testing with user populations for UC Library Search.
• Create Primo VE analytics reports for data-driven decisions.

Skills

User-centered design

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

Library discovery platforms

Integrated library systems

Job description

A leading public research university is seeking a Discovery Librarian to enhance the accessibility and user experience of library services. The ideal candidate will manage discovery services and collaborate with stakeholders to improve user access to resources. Required qualifications include an advanced degree and relevant experience in academic libraries. This full-time position offers a salary range of $76,631-$92,345.