Employment Type: 1 full-time (35-hour week) position
Duration: Fixed-term role (12-months contract)
Remuneration: $96K - $103K (+ 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Location: Kensington NSW
About UNSW:UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're 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. It's the reason we're one of the top 50 universities in the world and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.Why Your Role Matters:The Academic Engagement Librarian is a professionally qualified member of the Information Services department. The role builds and manages relationships that provide information and evidence to inform the development and delivery of innovative and responsive Library services and participates in the planning, delivery and evaluation of those services.The Academic Engagement Librarian brings in-depth disciplinary knowledge and a solid understanding of scholarly communication and publishing. They work 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 Online Chat, in person support at the Help Zone, Outreach Consultations for research and teaching, Research consultations, embedded library sessions, and discipline-specific services, all part of the Library Learning and Teaching Framework.Who You Are:Our ideal candidate should possess a strong service orientation, 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.Do you have the following characteristics?
Thrives within a dynamic, team-oriented environment, demonstrating effective collaboration with colleagues to successfully accomplish collective goals.
Applies innovative problem-solving techniques to facilitate diverse and effective business delivery, driving initiatives forward and ensuring successful outcomes across various challenges and opportunities.
Demonstrates skill in developing and nurturing stakeholder relationships in higher education or a similar organisation, fostering trust and collaboration for effective support.
Benefits and Culture:People 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 include:
Hybrid flexible working
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
For further details on the benefits, please visitHow to Apply:Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter no more than two 2-pages addressing the three characteristics in the Who You Are section above.Applications close: Sunday 21st April - before 11:55pmGet in Touch:Anabel Wason - Talent Acquisition Consultant E:UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
