University Librarian - Research Support

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Extensive resources

Research environment

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious academic institution in Pretoria for a University Librarian with a focus on Research Support. You will assist faculty, researchers, and students in navigating resources, manage research data, and foster scholarly communication.

The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant research culture within a leading university, with professional development and access to extensive library collections.

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years in academic library services, with research support focus.
• Proficiency with databases, discovery tools and citation management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert research consultations and instruction on information literacy, database searching, and citation management.
• Support faculty and researchers in identifying funding opportunities and managing research data responsibly.
• Develop and maintain library collections relevant to diverse research disciplines.
• Promote library services and resources through outreach to the university community.
• Stay current with scholarly communication, open access, and digital humanities trends.

Skills

Information literacy

Research support

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

MLS degree

Tools

Citation management software

Academic databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious academic institution in Pretoria , is seeking a dedicated and proactive University Librarian with a focus on Research Support . This role is crucial for assisting faculty, researchers, and students in navigating academic resources, managing research data, and enhancing scholarly communication. You will be at the forefront of supporting the institution's research output and fostering a vibrant research culture. This position offers a chance to work within a leading academic environment and contribute significantly to the intellectual community of Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert research consultations and instruction on information literacy, database searching, and citation management.
• Support faculty and researchers in identifying funding opportunities and managing research data responsibly.
• Develop and maintain library collections relevant to diverse research disciplines.
• Promote library services and resources to the university community through outreach activities.
• Stay current with trends in scholarly communication, open access, and digital humanities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in academic library services, with a strong emphasis on research support .
• Proficiency in using academic databases, discovery tools, and citation management software.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty and support research initiatives in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Competitive academic salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and conference attendance.
• Access to extensive library resources and a stimulating academic atmosphere.
• Contribute to a dynamic research environment in Pretoria .
• Supportive and collaborative team within the university library.