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Academic Engagement Librarian


Company : UNSW


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-05-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Academic Engagement Librarian role at UNSW1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Academic Engagement Librarian role at UNSWGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Employment Type: full-time (35-hour week) positionDuration: Continuing positionRemuneration: $100K - $107K (+ 17% superannuation and leave loading)Location: Kensington NSW (On campus role, hybrid flexible working)Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered.This Job is based in AustraliaEmployment Type: full-time (35-hour week) positionDuration: Continuing positionRemuneration: $100K - $107K (+ 17% superannuation and leave loading)Location: Kensington NSW (On campus role, hybrid flexible working)Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered.About UNSWUNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes, were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. Its the reason were one of the top 50 universities in the world and a member of Australias prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, youre in the right place.Why Your Role MattersThe Academic Engagement Librarian is a professionally qualified member of the Information Services Department and provides consistent high-quality education, research and outreach services in support of the education, research and engagement goals of the University. The role is responsible for engaging Faculties, Schools, Centres and Institutes across the University to connect academics and HDR candidates with Library services and resources. The role participates in the development and delivery of high-quality teaching services scaffolded around the Librarys Digital Information Skills Framework aimed at equipping students with digital literacy skills and enhancing their study capabilities.The Academic Engagement Librarian brings in-depth disciplinary knowledge, a sound understanding of current issues in the Higher Education sector and works closely with staff from other Library units and the University to deliver a broad range of high-quality services to all sectors of the UNSW community. These high-quality services include Ask a Librarian scholarly support; Outreach Consultations for education, research and engagement; Research Consultations; Researcher Workshops; collaborative library sessions, and discipline specific services as part of the Library Model for Curriculum Support.Who You AreOur ideal candidate should possess excellent collaboration and communication skills. You should be able to work independently and in teams and enjoy providing guidance and support to a diverse range of stakeholders, including faculty members, researchers and students.A relevant degree from a higher education or research institution, with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience. Eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association would be highly regarded.Demonstrated experience in delivering in-person, online and hybrid consultations and workshops in higher education, research or similar environments.Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and client liaison skills with demonstrated ability to influence and sustain relationships.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team and across units, and to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.Demonstrated experience using innovative technologies to enhance library services for digital information literacy and online learning.QuestionsHow will your skills and experience help you succeed as an Academic Engagement Librarian?How would you navigate requests from Faculty/Clients that extend beyond the Librarys usual service offerings?The roles priority is gathering business intelligence and sharing information. Describe how you proactively share information, ask for clarification, or communicate updates with your supervisor and colleagues as a part of your workflow.Benefits And CulturePeople are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff that make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.Our Benefits IncludeHybrid flexible workingAccess to lifelong learning and career developmentAdditional 3 days of leave over Christmas periodDiscounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)For further details on the benefits, please visit To ApplyYou will need to submit the following:A current resume with two refereesA response to the above three targeted questions from the Who You Are section above. (2-3 pages max)Applications close: Sunday 25 May - before 11:55pmGet In TouchNada Stanojlovic Associate Director, Academic EngagementE: n.stanojlovic@unsw.edu.auUNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. 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