Australia: Senior Researcher Services Librarian

Senior Researcher Services Librarian

University of New England (UNE)  Armidale NSW

$80,545 – $90,183 a year

University Library

Continuing, full-time

$ 80,545 to $ 90,183 per annum (HEO 7)

Plus 17% employer superannuation. Salary packaging options are available

Relocation assistance provided

Applicants must have ongoing full time work right.

The University of New England in Armidale, Australia is a unique university, in the enviable position of

boasting an excellent international reputation as well as being a leader in research and academic

innovation. We aim to foster a constructive and engaged culture where creative ideas and innovation

thrive.

The University Library Directorate includes the Dixson Library, the Law Library and the University’s

Archives and Heritage Centre. The University of New England Library has a long-standing reputation for

a scholarly collection and professional service excellence in contributing to the learning, teaching and

research directions of the University. The Library strengthens the University through leadership in

research skills development and scholarly communication. Specialised services are designed to support

the large population of online students, and study facilities in the libraries provide flexible learning

environments for on-campus students. The Heritage Centre is a regional repository for the State Records

Authority of New South Wales.

About the role

The role of Senior Researcher Services Librarian provides leadership for the development, management

and delivery of the Library’s services for researchers and Higher Degree Research students and is

responsible for providing appropriate advice to library staff on national and University research policies.

Skills & Experience

We are seeking an innovative, flexible and forward- thinking individual to lead a new team and to guide

and promote individual, professional and organisational developments to achieve library strategic goals.

The successful candidate should have:

demonstrated experience in developing and implementing services for researchers;

demonstrated understanding of existing and emerging issues and government and industry
policies impacting on researchers in a tertiary environment;

demonstrated ability to lead and manage change, excellent communication and interpersonal
skills and experience in leading and developing staff.

Applicants must also have a degree or postgraduate qualification, in library and information

services/management and be eligible for Associate membership of the Australian Library and

Information Association.

Additional information

To discuss this role please contact Lynda Cooper, Associate University Librarian (Client Services) phone

02 6773 2168 or email lcoope30@une.edu.au . To find out more about the University Library visit

www.une.edu.au/library

About Armidale

Living in Armidale you will experience the best of both city and rural living. Enjoy a healthy and active

lifestyle with access to shopping, gourmet food, top sporting facilities and cultural delights all for a

fraction of the price you’d expect to pay in a major city. You can live in the heart of Armidale or

experience the tranquillity of the New England on a rural property.

To find out more, visit: www.armidaleregion.com.au/ and www.experiencethehighs.com.au/ .

Closing Date: 8 January 2017

Reference No: 216178

To demonstrate your suitability for this role, please respond to the selection criteria, contained in

the position statement, in your application.

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