Academic Librarian (0.6FTE)

Salary on appointment will be £36,333 per annum (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £43,155 per annum (pro rata). UEA Library is seeking an information professional to deliver discipline-specific information skills teaching and open research advocacy as part of our team of academic liaison librarians. In line with UEA’s interdisciplinary strengths, subjects are likely to include Politics, Philosophy, Sociology and Media.  You will possess strong communication skills and experience of face-to-face teaching and innovative online delivery.   You will have a degree or equivalent qualification, as well as a library qualification, or equivalent experience, because this role requires an ability to engage academics and students in a proactive and collaborative way.   We are a forward-thinking library service committed to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting open and equitable access to research. Our library is at the heart of this mission, serving as a hub for intellectual discovery and collaboration.   In terms of professional development, UEA Library is part of the prestigious Research Libraries UK Group network and you will have opportunities to explore the future of libraries in areas such as Artificial intelligence, technology-rich learning spaces, and digital transformation.  UEA Library aims to offer our users an inclusive service, and you will understand the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in all communication.   Hybrid working is likely to be possible but flexibility will be required as the role includes advocacy which often works better face to face. We would expect at least 60/40 on site to remote working. If you’re excited about the role and think you can meet the essential criteria, we welcome your application. This part-time (0.6FTE) post is available immediately on an indefinite basis. We strongly encourage applicants from Black, Asian or other minority ethnic backgrounds and welcome applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010.  Appointment will be made on merit. Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page Closing date: 17 April 2024  The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.