Geospatial & Maps Librarian: Collaborative Research Support

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The UCLA Library seeks a Geospatial Information and Maps Librarian to support faculty, researchers, and students in utilizing geospatial data, tools, and methods, while also managing print map collections. The role emphasizes collaboration across divisions and with UC system partners to align services campus-wide.

The successful candidate will promote diversity through UCLA values, engage with teaching and research initiatives, and contribute to data services, digital scholarship, and open

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science required at hire.
• Experience with geospatial data creation, processing, and usage.
• Experience with GIS and mapping software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and print maps.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and collaborate across units.

Responsibilities

• Support UCLA researchers in identifying and using geospatial tools, platforms, and resources.
• Assist instructors and students with course-integrated use of geospatial tools.
• Partner with Library and campus colleagues on platform access and usage.
• Collaborate to develop sustainable geospatial services and open science initiatives.
• Manage print map collections, enabling discovery and digitization efforts.
• Provide training and patron support through consultations, workshops, and research help.
• Collaborate with UC system colleagues to align geospatial support and maps access.
• Work with Library Development to steward donors, collections, and endowed funds.

Skills

Geospatial data literacy

Collaborative teamwork

Research support

Education

MLS / MLIS or equivalent

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Print maps handling

Job description

The UCLA Library seeks a Geospatial Information and Maps Librarian to support faculty, researchers, and students in utilizing geospatial data, tools, and methods, while also managing print map collections. The role emphasizes collaboration across divisions and with UC system partners to align services campus-wide.

The successful candidate will promote diversity through UCLA values, engage with teaching and research initiatives, and contribute to data services, digital scholarship, and open