Job description
Cambridge University Libraries are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced individual to lead the development of library services within the School of Technology. The role holder will have responsibility for the co-ordination of library and information services to the Departments of Engineering, Computing and Chemical Engineering.
Managing two teams of library staff based across two sites, they will lead the development of innovative library services at the new West Hub, liaising with stakeholders beyond the School of Technology to maximise the potential of the building design.
We are looking for someone with significant experience of developing and delivering library services, alongside staff management experience. You will also be a good communicator, with experience of building relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
In your covering letter, you are strongly advised to identify explicitly how your skills and experience match the person specification of the role.
Although this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. Please state in your application if you would like to explore these options.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our institution.
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Informal enquiries about the post may be made to the Head of STEMM Libraries, Dr Sarah Crudge at [email protected]
The closing date for applications is Friday, 26th May 2023.
Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday, 6th June 2023.
Please quote reference VE36401 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.