Librarian (Resource Management) (Job ID: 10225) | HK Talent Engage

Job description

Job Title: Librarian (Resource Management)
Department: Library
Job ID: 10225

Job Posting Details

Reporting to the Head (Resource Management), the appointee will be responsible for managing the acquisitions, metadata records, and access of serials collections. The appointee will:

• Assist in the daily operations of the serials team
• Liaise with vendors and publishers on complex acquisitions issues related to sourcing, selecting, and ordering library materials
• Assist in managing collection budget and expenditure
• Oversee the management of electronic resource lifecycles
• Troubleshoot access problems
• Lead usage harvesting projects and compile usage analysis reports
• Create and manage metadata for the discovery of library collections
• Manage weeding projects and records removal
• Be a resource of the application of metadata for bibliographic control of all intellectual and research output, including but not limited to monographs, journal articles and research data.
• Participate in library-wide projects and committees as needed

Applicants should have an MLS degree or equivalent in addition to a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of post-qualification library experience, preferably in acquisitions or electronic resources management in an academic library. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment, and a learning mindset. Knowledge of Open Access publishing, OCLC system and Alma; experience with CONSER cataloging, RDA, MARC21, and linked data will be an advantage. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave and medical benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Thursday, 17 October 2024. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

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